Digital Data and Technology Graduate, Peterborough

As part of our DDaT directorate, you’ll be at the heart of digital transformation across Anglian Water. You’ll work on real-world challenges that affect millions of customers, helping us deliver resilient, efficient, and environmentally responsible services. Our graduate programme offers structured rotations across key areas of DDaT, including:

Data, Digital & Software Engineering - building and maintaining critical systems and applications

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning - applying intelligent solutions to optimise operations and customer service

Data & Analytics - turning data into actionable insights for smarter decision-making

Infrastructure & Operations, and Operational Technology (OT) - integrating digital tools with physical infrastructure to improve performance and reliability

Cybersecurity & Digital Risk - protecting our systems and data in an increasingly connected world

Enterprise, Solution and Platform Architecture - designing scalable, secure and future-ready technology landscapes that support business strategy and innovation

Data and Digital Product Management - shaping the lifecycle of digital products and data services to meet user needs and deliver business value

Data and Information Governance and Management - ensuring data and information is accurate, secure, and ethically managed to support compliance, effective business processes, data sharing and open data, and trusted decision-making.

We’re seeking graduates who are:

Educated in or have a passion for Computer Science or Engineering, Data Science, AI/Machine Learning, Data & Analytics, Data Engineering, Digital or Software Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, Operational Technology, Information Management or Information Governance or a related field. We welcome applicants who are excited about technology products and passionate about the water industry.

Curious and courageous - eager to learn, explore new ideas, and challenge the status quo

Effective communicators - able to collaborate across diverse teams and explain complex concepts clearly

Strategic thinkers - who can see the bigger picture and contribute to long-term goals

Organised and proactive - with a keen eye for detail and a drive to deliver results

Committed to sustainability - motivated by making a positive impact on the environment and society

What You’ll Gain

A structured 2-year rotational programme across DDaT functions and wider business programmes that are real and there to make a positive difference to our environment and the communities across the East of England

Hands-on experience in digital operations, leadership, and project delivery

Mentoring and support from experienced professionals and technical and industry leading experts

Opportunities to gain professional qualifications and certifications

A career with purpose in a values-driven organisation committed to innovation and sustainability

Ready to Make a Difference?

Please apply below, remembering to submit your CV along with a supporting document that responds to the questions below, where applicable please give examples.

• What motivates you to join Anglian Water as a graduate, and how do you see yourself contributing to our purpose through data, technology, and leadership? We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference and driving innovation. Tell us what excites you about this opportunity and how it aligns with your aspirations.

• Describe a time when you took the lead on a project, task, or initiative. How did you demonstrate responsibility and integrity (Do the Right Thing), and what was the impact of your leadership?

• Tell us about a time when you helped build trust within a team or group. What actions did you take to foster collaboration, openness, or reliability, and how did this contribute to the team’s success?

• At Anglian Water, we’re committed to continuous improvement and using data to drive decision-making. Can you share an example of when you used data, insight, or evidence to improve a process, solve a problem, or influence a decision? How did this reflect our value of Always Exploring?

• Customer and colleague experience is central to our service. What does great service mean to you, and how have you demonstrated it in a way that reflects leadership qualities and our values, especially building trust and doing the right thing?