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In the coming years, the energy industry will face some of the greatest challenges in its history. The growing challenge posed by climate change, security of supply, fluctuating oil prices, the need for investment in new infrastructure, – all of these will play a part. EDF Energy is perfectly placed play its role tackling these issues as the largest generator of low carbon electricity in the UK, and a major player in nuclear power.

A career with EDF Energy is a unique proposition with expertise in a wide range of energy sources – and across many stages of the energy process from generation, trading and supply. They’re championing sustainability through partnerships with key projects such as London 2012 and are likely to be involved in the major developments across the industry for many years to come.

The same can be said for their graduates: the schemes are designed to support, test and develop people who have the potential
to support our ambition to have a high performing workforce. As one might expect from such an extraordinarily diverse organisation, there are a number of areas graduates can explore.

Opportunities at EDF Energy

All EDF Energy graduate schemes offer a structured programme with a variety of placements and professional accreditation is encouraged. You will play a vital role in shaping that future. It’s quite a challenge – but also a unique opportunity to prove your worth.

There are opportunities for Graduate Programmes in civil, electrical, mechanical and chemical engineering, physics, chemistry and mathematics and a number of business areas including finance, HR, supply chain and energy analysis. We also offer a range of Industrial Placements and Summer Internships.

EDF Energy fact file

Overall number of graduate vacancies
100

Sector(s)
Accountancy and financial management
Engineering
Human resources and recruitment
IT and telecoms
Science, research and development

Region(s)
England - East of England
England - Greater London
England - South East
England - South West

Organisation locations
Various UK Locations/ Nationwide

Areas of specialisation
energy – oil & gas, energy – power generation, utilities

Number of employees
15,000

Work experience/internships offered
Yes

Contact for enquiries

The Guardian UK 300 2011