Sizewell C Science and Engineering Industrial Placement London
Join the Sizewell C Science and Engineering Industrial Placement London role at Sizewell C.
Job Description
If you are looking to kick start a career that is rewarding, where you can really make a difference, then come join our Science and Engineering Industrial Placement Programme. You will work on one of the most exciting and significant sustainable energy projects that our country has ever seen, being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Sizewell C is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for at least 60 years.
The Opportunity
We’re recruiting for students to join our Science and Engineering Industrial Placement programme at our London Office. Taking on a real job at a junior level, you'll have the opportunity to learn through hands‑on experience under the guidance of highly skilled and experienced colleagues.
What We’re Looking For
* Disciplines in Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Project Management, Physics and Nuclear Engineering or Nuclear Science.
* A genuine interest in the energy industry and a passion for sustainability and being a part of making a difference.
* An interest in working in major nuclear and infrastructure programmes.
* We will need you to be open minded, flexible and have an agile way of thinking to succeed in a dynamic fast paced project environment.
* Having a strategic mindset that brings innovative ideas.
* Effective interpersonal skills are key, as well as being able to demonstrate high ethical behaviour, integrity, humility, and character.
* Effective communication skills will be required to manage your stakeholders whilst prioritising competing demands.
Security Vetting
To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting. The role typically requires having been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years.
Pay, Benefits And Culture
We’re dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives and we’re delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing. In addition to a competitive salary of £26,750, we offer a market‑leading company pension scheme, 28 days paid holidays and a range of flexible benefits, such as health cover, cycle to work scheme, discounts and employee pricing.
Closing date: 23:59 on 07 January 2026.
Additional Information
The Sizewell C team is one of the most exciting and largest new megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. We have begun constructing a 3.2‑gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast in the East of England replicating, wherever possible, the design used for Hinkley Point C, another nuclear power station being built in Somerset. When built, Sizewell C will be one of the largest power stations to operate in the UK. The power station will generate low carbon electricity for at least 60 years, supplying over 6 million homes and supporting around 7% of the UK’s current electricity needs. Our vision is to Lead The Way On Nuclear. We aim to set the benchmark for maximising long‑lasting social value as we build and demonstrate how smart collaboration can work for the benefit of communities – locally, regionally and nationally.
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Seniority Level
Internship
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Utilities
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