About the role
RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. – Start date in September 2026, full time, fixed term for 12 months. Hybrid model means 2 days per week onsite in Swindon or London, rest can be home based. Join us at RWE Offshore Wind for a year in industry placement and gain invaluable insight into the unique and innovative sector. We are one of the largest developers of offshore wind globally, with 10 operational offshore wind farms across the UK and multiple development projects in the pipeline. This is an exciting time to become part of our #teamRWE.
* Gain valuable knowledge and experience of:
o Consenting and environmental management processes during construction of an offshore wind farm
o Working in a widely recognised large organization
o Industry events and stakeholder engagement
o Environmental Impact Assessments, marine licensing, Development Consent Order and NSIP planning
* Assist the team e.g. with:
o Consent or licence applications
o Writing and reviewing key documents, minutes, presentations, and trackers
o Assistant project management tasks
o Engagement with regulators/statutory stakeholders (e.g. Marine Management Organisation, The Crowne Estate, Natural England, Local Planning Authorities etc.)
Job Requirements and Experience
* You’re an enrolled student in one of the following degree courses: Environmental science, Environmental management, Environmental biology, Renewable energy, Geography, Marine biology, Oceanography, Marine sciences or similar
* Your degree course is eligible for a year in industry placement
* You have very good verbal and written communication skills
* You’re able to coordinate your own workload and meet tight deadlines
* Working in a diverse team environment and dealing with a range of stakeholders every day is something you feel comfortable with
* You’re open to travel to other sites if needed. Travel expenses will be covered by us
* Motivation is crucial. Your cover letter will tell us why you’re a suitable candidate for this opportunity, and how it aligns with your studies & career plans
Advantageous, but not essential
* Work experience within the renewables sector or transferable industries
* Experiences with Excel, Power Point and other similar software
Your benefits
* Salary of £25k per year and employee pension scheme.
* Contribute to our Growing Green mission.
* Work alongside global colleagues as a core member of the team.
* Support with mentoring and a development programme.
* Embedded in work and key projects from day one.
* Innovative and fresh thinking encouraged.
There are 3 opportunities within this area of our business and these can be based either in Swindon or London. Please specify in your cover letter which location would be your preference.
We look very much forward to your application, including your CV and cover letter which tells us why you’re a suitable candidate for this opportunity and how it aligns with your studies & career plans.
In case of a positive impression of your application documents you will be invited to an interview which will prospectively take place in December or January 2026 with offers following after.
Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 90961, application period: 15/11/2025.
Any questions? Contact HR: Laura Butcher (laura.butcher@rwe.com)
We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters
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