The EDF Energy graduate scheme

These opportunities could include working on:

• Nuclear Services, where you are the technical experts supporting HPC, Sizewell C & Generation.
• An existing operating power station, getting the chance to experience different areas within this like Technical and Safety, Operations and Engineering.
• Within Nuclear Decommissioning, where on behalf of the Government, our job is to remove all of the used fuel from the reactors and fuel ponds, which represents over 99% of the radioactive material from each site.
• Hinkley Point C, the largest construction project in Europe;
• Sizewell C, our second nuclear new build project and will further support the growth of the future low carbon economy and reduce the need for imported generation;

Once this period is complete, the graduates will then take up a substantive role within an appropriate business area, in line with business needs.

The benefits of joining the EDF Energy graduate scheme

Graduates will receive a starting salary of £35,000 when they join the scheme as well as an annual pay review and bonus. A place on the scheme comes with 28 days holiday per year and access to the company’s salary pension scheme. You’ll also have access to a flexible benefits portal meaning you can choose what suits you!

The application process for the EDF Energy graduate scheme

"In order to apply for a role at EDF you’ll need to have the degree discipline we’re looking for. Once you’ve ticked this box, you’ll begin our application process.

We operate a strengths-based recruitment process, designed to bring the best out in you. This includes a strengths and ability test, a video interview and if successful an Assessment Centre.

At EDF, everyone’s welcome. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself.  We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.  We’d like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.   
  
We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application, adjusting as you need.”  

When to apply to the EDF Energy graduate scheme

Typically, our Graduate recruitment applications open in September, with offers being made before Christmas. However, sometimes things change, so keep an eye on website for exact release dates.