At WWT our people are instrumental, and we want to inspire future conservationists to help lead the way. As part of out early careers programme, we are thrilled to offer another year of paid student placements. These specific roles are designed to provide experience and skills development to aid students on their journey into their chosen career paths.   We have Practical Reserves placement opportunities at Arundel, Caerlaverock, Castle Espie, Llanelli, London, Martin Mere and Slimbridge.

As a Practical Reserves student placement you will gain a range of experiences throughout your 12-month placement including: 

- Extensive training that includes nationally recognised qualifications.  
- Experience of working in a team with knowledgeable and passionate staff. 
- Gaining practical skills and collaborative experiences when working with a range of stakeholders including staff, volunteers and visitors.   
- Knowledge of how wetland conservation is managed on a day-to-day basis as well as long term planning.

The placement opportunities are at a number of our sites and further detail on each position can be found on the following student placements webpage: https://www.wwt.org.uk/work-with-us/student-placements   This is a full time, fixed term contract for 12 months, working 37.5 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 including some weekends and bank holidays.