Join us and make an immediate impact, working on high-profile projects from your very first week. Gain invaluable experience while contributing to meaningful solutions that shape the world around us.
At Steer, we believe that fresh perspectives are essential to our success. That’s why we see our new team members as vital contributors who will shape the future of our company. The Steer Consultant Programme is designed to help you discover the career path that’s right for you.
Throughout the Steer Consultant Programme, you’ll have the chance to build on the skills you developed during your studies or explore new areas to broaden your experience. No matter the path you choose, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Our team members work on exciting global projects, enhance their professional and technical skills, and have the opportunity to steer their own careers. At Steer, we blend deep industry knowledge with innovative thinking to deliver powerful solutions to address complex challenges.
But it’s not just about the work. What truly makes Steer a fantastic place to kickstart your career is our people. You’ll collaborate with recognised industry experts and be part of a supportive team that thrives on learning from one another.
We’re committed to creating success for our clients, ourselves and the communities we serve. This commitment drives us to enhance urban living, improve infrastructure, and transform transportation – ultimately, changing how people live, work and travel. As part of the Steer team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to this mission from your very first week, working on projects that shape the future.
Who better to give you the inside story than our graduates?
Gemma shares her journey at Steer, from managing mobility for UEFA tournaments to building strong client relationships and growing her project management skills. She highlights the early responsibility and supportive team as key to her success.
Matt shares how Steer’s graduate programme quickly progressed him from a graduate role to managing high-profile rail projects. He highlights the early client exposure, flexibility, and support in developing his skills.
We caught up with two of our current graduates, Lenya Schmidt-Neuhaus and Matthew Capuano-Rizzo to find out their experiences since joining in September 2023.
In a short video, Emily shares what she enjoyed most about her time on the Steer Graduate Scheme after finishing in 2020 and choosing to continue on her career path at Steer.
Matt joined the Steer Graduate Scheme after completing a degree in Biological Sciences. He has particularly benefited from the training programme, learning to improve his presentation skills which have led to him speaking at two of our Movement Matters events.
Rishi has progressed through the company after joining the Graduate Scheme in 2014. Here he tells us how Steer gave him the opportunity to shape his own career from day one.
Samhita shares her experience of her first week on the Steer Graduate Scheme and reflects on how meeting colleagues from around the business has helped her to feel part of the company from day one.
Tim shares his experience of joining the Steer Graduate Scheme after previously working in a completely different role and industry. He tells us how the mix of project work and classroom training has helped him to develop.
Steven relocated from South Africa to our Leeds office to join the Steer Graduate Scheme. Here he reflects on what it was about Steer that convinced him to make the journey and how the team has made him feel welcome.
Find answers to our frequently asked questions.
If you like the sound of who we are and the work we do but still have a few questions, then you might find the answers you're looking for here.
If you're still unsure about anything, please contact us.
How you think and solve problems is just as important to us as your academic achievements but we do ask for a minimum 2:1 (or equivalent) degree certification. All subjects are considered but degrees with a quantification element or social science research are preferred.
You’ll start by completing our online application form and uploading your CV. Once submitted, you’ll be invited to complete three short online assessments, which help us build an early picture of your strengths and suitability for the programme. If your application is not being progressed, we aim to let you know within two weeks of the closing date.
Instead of a traditional cover letter, we ask you to complete a 500-word essay in response to one of several thought-provoking scenarios. This allows you to show us how you approach real world challenges, think critically, and express your ideas clearly, which are core skills we look for in consultants. We want to understand your own thinking, so we ask candidates to complete this exercise independently without the use of generative AI tools.
If successful in stage two, you will be invited to attend an in-person assessment centre. This includes: a structured interview, a group exercise and an individual exercise. You’ll have the chance to meet some of our current and former graduates to get a genuine insight into what it’s like to work at Steer and ask any questions you may have.
If you are unsuccessful on this occasion, we will help to identify why, where possible. It also does not rule out applications for other roles at a future date.
Yes, of course! We welcome people from all backgrounds to apply, as long as you have a good academic record, strong people and organisational skills and the drive to make a real difference.
We do offer a small number of student placements. Usually, they are aimed at people who are doing sandwich courses with a year in industry or an internship as a final part of their degree. We recommend regularly checking our Job Opportunities page for relevant opportunities and vacancies.
One of the best things about working at Steer is our people. As well as collaborating well together on projects, we also enjoy socialising together and some life-long friendships have been formed while working here.
We encourage joining networking groups and professional organisations, which hold regular meetings and social activities and help develop skills and industry networks.
Plus, we give opportunities to support and contribute positively to communities and our local environment through volunteering, which is part of our Volunteering Policy.Find out more about this on our social impact page.
We offer an attractive benefits package for the relevant market and geography. More information about our benefits can be obtained during the interview process.
Head over to our Projects page — we have featured a variety of global projects that we have been proud to work on.
Steer has won many industry awards, which you can find on our awards page.
Being employee-owned means that staff have a direct interest in the well-being and success of the company. The rewards of this success are shared with staff. In recognition of our employee-owned status, and to support our continued success, Steer holds dear its ‘mission and principles’, allowing staff to be truly involved in how our company runs and its future direction.
In your first week, you’ll join your cohort in our London office, even if your home office is elsewhere in the UK. This week is designed to help you build early connections, understand how we work, and settle in with confidence. You’ll meet the colleagues who’ll support you – your buddy, your Personal Supervisor, your team and early project leads. You’ll also be introduced to the Senior Leadership Team, key internal colleagues and the people you’ll collaborate with across the business. During the week, you’ll take part in some initial technical and consulting skills training sessions, gain insight into how our projects run, and spend time with your cohort so you can start the programme with a strong network. The induction is structured to give you a warm, informative and energising start, helping you feel part of Steer from day one.
You will join our structured Steer Consultant Programme, which blends on-the-job learning through real project work with formal training. From day one, you’ll take part in technical skills workshops, consulting skills development and access to our digital learning platforms, including DataCamp. You’ll also have structured check-ins and tailored support from your Personal Supervisor to help you build the skills that matter for long-term success at Steer.
Graduates may progress to Consultant grade upon completion of their 18-month programme, provided they meet the expected standard for that level. While promotion is not guaranteed, the programme is designed to provide the breadth of experience and feedback you need to build toward the next step. After the programme, we encourage you to make a broad foundation by working on a wide range of different projects rather than specialising too early. Over time, you’ll begin to take on more responsibility for project management, develop deeper technical expertise, and build a profile internally and externally in areas that interest you. As your confidence and capabilities grow, you’ll also start contributing to business development and winning work. Progression beyond Consultant grade is based on readiness, impact and the strength of your contribution.
You will complete three rotations across different teams, based on business needs and your interests. These may include areas such as Rail Advisory, Movement, Place and Projects, Development Planning and Design, and Infrastructure and Asset Advisory. Each rotation allows you to work on live projects, learn from experts, and gain a broad view of how our consultancy delivers impact for clients.
Applications for the Steer Consultant Programme 2026 will open week commencing 15th December
Yes, you are in the right place. After 40 years, we have changed our name from Steer Davies Gleave to mark our growing international footprint and our expanding portfolio into sectors beyond transport.
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