COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Are you ready to launch your career in one of the most important industries of our time?
At Statkraft, we’ve been making clean energy possible for over a century. Our vision is bold: a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. In the UK, we’re helping recent graduates turn that vision into reality through our Renewable Pathway Programme: a one-year, full-time paid internship designed to give you the experience, skills, and confidence to thrive in the renewable energy sector.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Renewable Pathway Programme
Wind & Solar Development Team – Paid Internship
Start Date: September 2025
As part of our Wind & Solar Development Team, you’ll work alongside experienced Project Managers and in-house specialists on real, impactful projects. With over 50 people in Development and 300+ colleagues across the UK in construction, operations, and market trading, you’ll be joining a team that’s shaping the future of energy.

Some of the aspects you can expect to gain hands-on experience in:

• Identifying and assessing new sites for renewable energy projects
• Supporting planning applications and preparing sites for construction
• Understanding the planning, grid, and commercial aspects of project development
• Communicating with statutory bodies and local communities
• Tracking policy and legislative changes
• Conducting technical research and reporting

The Details

• Contract: One-year, full-time paid internship
• Start Date: September 2025
• Location: Glasgow or London (minimum three days in the office, flexible working available)
• Progression: While the programme does not guarantee a permanent role, you’ll be welcome to apply for internal or external vacancies that arise during the year.

What You’ll Get

This isn’t just a job—it’s a launchpad. Over the course of the year, you’ll benefit from:

• A bespoke career coaching programme to help you plan your next steps
• Regular insight sessions with leaders across the business
• A supportive, inclusive team that values your ideas and encourages your growth
• Access to Statkraft’s employee benefits

Interested?
If you’re ready to take your first step into the renewable energy industry and want to be part of something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a one page cover letter to tell us a bit about you, and your preference to be based in London, Glasgow or no preference.

QUALIFICATIONS

Who We’re Looking For

You’ve graduated in the last three years (or are about to), and you’re looking for your first paid role in the renewable energy industry. You might have studied:

• Geography, GIS, Environmental or Earth Sciences
• Renewable Energy
• Planning
• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

You’re confident using MS Office, fluent in English, and have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the programme. You’ll also need to be open to occasional travel across the UK, including to rural project locations and between offices.

You Are

• Passionate about protecting the environment and building a sustainable future
• Curious, collaborative, and eager to learn
• Motivated to put your knowledge into action
• Open to new ideas, tools, and ways of working

You’ve graduated in the last three years (or are about to), and you’re looking for your first paid role in the renewable energy industry. You might have studied:

• Geography, GIS, Environmental or Earth Sciences
• Renewable Energy
• Planning
• Mechanical or Electrical Engineerin

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

• An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
• Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
• A working environment characterised by excellence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
• A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
• Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
• Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
• Hybrid working
• Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation