RWE Generation Engineering Graduate Programme

From here, we’re providing flexible generation and playing a key role in the energy transition.

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Programme duration
18 months

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Job type
Engineering
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Start date
October 2027
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Location
Germany, Netherlands and the UK
Overview of programme
Locations & application process
Development & training 
What we offer
Our graduate stories
Contact us

Unfortunately, there are no more places available
for the 2026 graduate programme.

Overview of programme

From here, we’re providing flexible generation and playing a key role in the energy transition.

For 2027, we are looking for Engineers with a variety of disciplines. Our Engineers will work on an array of technologies, and get involved in Operations and Maintenance at our assets, engineering projects and commercial topics. You could be based at any of our locations in Germany, the Netherlands and the UK – so flexibility during and after your programme is required.

  • As part of the RWE Generation Engineering Graduate programme, you will experience an exciting introduction to the technologies within RWE Generation: Batteries, Gas, Hydro & Storage and Hydrogen. You will take on responsibility at an early stage and be exposed to exciting and meaningful tasks. In addition, we will accelerate your personal development with training, both technical and non-technical, networking opportunities and workshops. The combination of these and on-the-job training will ready you for a career as an Engineer with RWE!

    You will undertake mandatory rotations in the following areas:

    • A shift on a power generating asset
    • During an outage at a power generating asset
    • One with a commercial focus
    • Within the safety department

    And you can choose your other rotations from the following areas:

    • Asset Management/Optimisation
    • Business Development
    • Project Management
    • Strategy
    • Technology Scouting

  • Duration 18 months
    Number of rotations Flexible
    Start of programme October 2027
    Companies RWE Generation & RWE Technology International 
    Home base locations Any of RWE Generation’s locations in Germany, the Netherlands or the UK – flexibility is key!
    Rotation locations One International rotation is allowed during your programme at any of RWE Generation’s locations in Germany, the Netherlands or the UK.

  • A university degree (MA preferred) in
    • Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering (or similar subjects) 
    Other requirements
    • Relevant internships or work experience
    • Enjoy working in an international team in the energy sector
    • A strong analytical and conceptual mindset
    • A high degree of initiative, responsibility and commitment
    • Strong stakeholder management skills, and willingness to travel (and possibly relocate) nationally and abroad
    • A strong command of the English Language, and for roles in Germany or the Netherlands, German and Dutch language skills in those respective countries

Locations & application process

  • Application period 11.01.2027 - 14.02.2027
    First interviews (virtual) January 2027 to late February 2027
    Assessment centre 17.03.2027 & 18.03.2027
    Please note that the application deadline may be changed at short notice and we will no longer accept applications early on!

  • Application period 19.10.2026 - 04.01.2027
    First interviews (virtual) November 2026 to early January 2027
    Assessment centre 10.02.2027 & 11.02.2027
    Please note that the application deadline may be changed at short notice and we will no longer accept applications early on!

Development & training 

Our technical training programme includes mandatory and non-mandatory courses that will ready you for a career in Engineering in the energy sector.

You will also undertake a non-technical training programme, with modules on time management, communications and managing change.

What we offer

Everything you need to thrive and secure a future worth looking forward to.

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An attractive salary and country-specific additional benefits

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Entry into the energy industry with impactful roles on projects

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Individual onboarding with our "Buddy Programme" and personal mentor

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Growth and support for your professional and personal development

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Various networking opportunities and employee events

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Hybrid working model depending on rotation

Our graduate stories

Top tips for graduates

Be curious, be brave and be yourself – hear from our teams what makes a great applicant. 

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Sina | Energy Transformation Graduate

“The graduate programme is not a tight corset, but opens up room and opportunities for personal development.”

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Lucas | Energy Transformation Graduate

“A huge advantage of the graduate programme at RWE is the almost complete freedom to decide where you want to spend your time.”

More insights of our graduates at RWE

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Get to know us better, get answers to your questions and learn where you can make an impact. No matter if you are still in High School, about to graduate from University or an experienced professional – we want to meet you.

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Contact us

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Jana Schmitz

Lee Clark

Graduate Programmes | RWE Generation

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