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Book nowThis event is for students to learn about professional life from recent graduates.
Our series of careers talk webinars take place with Elena Rinaldi, ICE academic partnership manager, joined by graduates from across the industry.
The events provide students with:
The careers talks are also, in turn, a good training opportunity for ICE graduates who, by explaining their work to students, reinforce their understanding of the concepts and projects they've worked on. It challenges them to articulate complex ideas in a simplified manner, deepening their expertise, thus improving their communication and presentation skills, which they will need as part of their initial professional development.
Details of upcoming sessions in the series are below.
Click the 'book now' button to select the events you wish to attend.
A Teams registration link will be shared with you shortly before the first session you have booked.
Watch our recordings from the 2023 - 2024 sessions.
Institution of Civil Engineers
academic partnerships manager
Elena has over twenty years' experience as a consultant civil engineer in Europe and Australasia. She has been based in London working for the ICE in various roles over the past fifteen years.
Costain
Section Engineer
Since graduating in 2019 she has been working for Costain on HS2 – both the Enabling Works and Main Works in Euston followed by Canterbury Works Vent Shaft in north-west London. This most recent project has mainly been SCL and shaft secondary lining.
While she was at university, she was on the QUEST Scholarship with Costain through the ICE. Each summer she had a placement and worked on major infrastructure projects including the Bakerloo Line Link for Crossrail, Hinkley Point C and the Thames Tideway Tunnel.
Graphic Structures
Structural Engineer
Structural Engineer with 5 years experience in consultancy environments. Has worked on multiple construction stage projects and is able to produce structural designs in concrete, steel, timber and masonry.
Currently working towards chartership with the ICE.
Frankham Consultancy Group
Civil Engineer
Charles is a civil engineer at Frankham Consultancy Group, with 3 years of experience. He works across both the rail and maritime sectors, currently focusing on the refurbishment and maintenance of existing assets such as bridges and jetties. In 2023, Charles was awarded the Outstanding Contribution to the Industry Award at the NCE Graduate and Apprentice Awards. He is passionate about sustainability and engages in efforts to inspire the next generation of civil engineers.
Speaker: Harriet Haly
Since graduating in 2019 Harriet has been working for Costain on HS2 – both the Enabling Works and Main Works in Euston followed by Canterbury Works Vent Shaft in north-west London. This most recent project has mainly been SCL and shaft secondary lining.
While she was at university, Harriet was on the QUEST Scholarship with Costain through the ICE. Each summer she had a placement and worked on major infrastructure projects including the Bakerloo Line Link for Crossrail, Hinkley Point C and the Thames Tideway Tunnel.
Speaker: Ben Petty
Ben will explore his experience of career pathways into structural engineering consulting. He will touch on some of his project experience designing both residential and commercial buildings and provide an outline view of the pros and cons of working for large multidisciplinary firms versus smaller specialised employers. This session is perfect for those considering a path in structural engineering or seeking to understand the dynamics of different work environments in the field.
Speaker: Peter Homer
Graduated from Nottingham Trent University - river/coast/marine/docks/harbours contracting and construction
Speaker: Divya Byregowda
Works for Balfour Beatty, and graduated from the University of East London
Speaker: Lydia Green
QUEST alumni, Arup, University Imperial College London
Speaker: Romaé Facey
Part of the Early Careers Network; works for Kellog Brown and Root (KBR). Graduated from the University of Leeds
Speaker: Charles Hemming-Clark
Charles is a civil engineer at Frankham Consultancy Group, with 3 years of experience. He works across both the rail and maritime sectors, currently focusing on the refurbishment and maintenance of existing assets such as bridges and jetties. In 2023, Charles was awarded the Outstanding Contribution to the Industry Award at the NCE Graduate and Apprentice Awards. He is passionate about sustainability and engages in efforts to inspire the next generation of civil engineers.
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