ITS Employer Visit Day connects students with leading transport employers
Students at the Institute for Transport Studies (ITS) had a unique opportunity to engage with transport industry professionals during the Employer Visit Day hosted on campus in the ITS building.
This fast-paced and interactive event brought together industry professionals from across the transport sector – many of them ITS alumni – who shared valuable insights into their working lives, from their day-to-day responsibilities to the large-scale, impactful projects they have contributed to, such as the revitalisation of Bradford City Centre and other major transport initiatives. Each employer discussed graduate opportunities within their organisation and offered practical advice to students looking to begin careers in transport. There was also plenty of time for networking, with conversations continuing well after the event finished.
Mark Harrison, Principal Transport Planner for Mott MacDonald, said:
“It was fantastic to have the opportunity to speak with so many students throughout the day, the level of engagement from both master's and undergraduate students was excellent!”
Students met with representatives from:
- Mott MacDonald
- Leeds City Council
- Jacobs
- Active Travel England
- Sweco
- Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT)
- West Yorkshire Combined Authority
- Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom
- Arup
Recent ITS graduate Annabel Moody, now a Graduate Transport Planner at SWECO, added:
“I just wanted to extend our thanks for organising such a fantastic event. It was great to be back on campus and talk to students about their studies and future aspirations.”
The Employer Visit Day is part of ITS’s wider commitment to supporting student employability. Throughout the year, we run a range of activities designed to help you connect with industry professionals and develop your career skills. Look out for our upcoming events, including bespoke training and group sessions, alumni guest panels, and the ITS Mentor Scheme.
