Science and engineering graduate jobs

We offer graduate careers across engineering, science, commissioning and nuclear compliance.

Be an integral part of our vision to be an efficient, responsible energy company and a champion of low-carbon growth.

Our Science & Engineering scheme will open in autumn 2023. In the meantime, take a look at the benefits of completing our training programme and the support we offer our Graduates.

What's in it for you?

Experience life at an operating power station, understanding the technical, safety, operational and engineering aspects of producing nuclear energy
Complete unique placements at Hinkley Point C, the largest construction project in Europe, and Sizewell C, our second vital new nuclear build project that will further support the growth of a future low-carbon economy and reduce the need for imported generation
Starting salary of £30k, with annual bonus, market-leading pension and competitive benefits

"EDF was my first choice of company to work for - I wanted to be at the heart of nuclear operations in the UK and no other company compared for me!"

Jenny Upton, Engineering Graduate

We'll support your career

Follow a tailored training path that will develop your skills and knowledge for your future career
Work with your Technical Mentor towards gaining Chartership. Our scheme is accredited with a number of professional bodies, such as: The Institute of Physics, The Institution of Chemical Engineers, The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining and The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (among others)
Formal support from our People Development Team and your managers, as well as lots of help and advice from your Graduate 'Buddy'

"I have a graduate buddy in the year above who I speak to regularly and my line manager is extremely helpful and supports me with whatever I need. I've found all the managers I’ve had to be very open, friendly and helpful, as well as receiving support from fellow graduates within the scheme."

Campbell Kerr, Engineering Graduate

What do I need to apply?

Have (or be expecting) a 2:2 Bachelor’s or Postgraduate Degree in any STEM subject, with specific focus on any of the following disciplines: Maths, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Control, Physics, Astrophysics, Health Physics, Physical Sciences, Human Factors, Psychology and Project Management.
An interest in nuclear energy, the power generation industry and technology
Be ready to experience a variety of placements at our sites across the UK

"I love that I'm making a direct contribution towards helping Britain achieve Net Zero by building and operating the UK’s next generation of nuclear power stations."

Hemma Sangha, Chemistry Engineer and previous Engineering Graduate

Life as a Graduate at EDF

Head over to our Graduate Hub to discover all the benefits of completing our training programme and the support we offer our Graduates.

Dates for applying
What our Graduates say
How we support you during the programme
Continuous development for your career
Diversity and inclusion at EDF
Company benefits

What's it like to work at EDF?

Benefits and rewards

Work is just one part of our lives and at EDF we’re dedicated to providing our people with a flexible benefits package that supports their wellbeing, financial security and allows them to enjoy their time away from work.

Employee benefits & rewards

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Diversity and inclusion

At EDF, everyone’s welcome. It’s a powerful statement of our intent to make sure we’re about the people who work with us – a rich and unique mix of backgrounds and experiences that’s vital to shaping a strong and fresh-thinking organisation like ours.

At EDF we will not tolerate any behaviour that does not uphold our Everyone’s Welcome vision.

EDF's stance on diversity & inclusion

How we're helping Britain achieve Net Zero

We’re a responsible business and proud to be Britain's biggest generator of zero carbon electricity(1). But with size, age and experience, we believe we can do even more.

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Notes

UK Fuel Mix disclosure information, published by Government Department BEIS, recognises electricity from wind, solar and nuclear fuel produces zero carbon dioxide emissions at the point of generation.

The zero-carbon electricity purchased is supplied to the National Grid. Customers receive electricity via the National Grid, not directly from zero-carbon generators.

The below table summarises zero-carbon generation by company demonstrating EDF generating 34.3%. The data supporting the table below and the % values is sourced from a mixture of industry settlement data and the UK government renewable obligation database.

ZERO-CARBON GENERATION SUMMARY BY COMPANY		2021	2021
Supplier name	zero-carbon	GWh of zero-carbon electricity generation	% of overall zero-carbon electricity generation
EDF	zero-carbon	34,230	34.3%
CENTRICA	zero-carbon	8,248	8.3%
RWE	zero-carbon	3,958	4.0%
E.on	zero-carbon	982	1.0%
SSE	zero-carbon	4,770	4.8%
ScottishPower	zero-carbon	3,792	3.8%
Drax	zero-carbon	-	-
Orsted	zero-carbon	7,798	7.8%
EPH	zero-carbon	-	-
Equinor	zero-carbon	1,018	1.0%
Vattenfall	zero-carbon	1,468	1.5%
Fred Olsen Renewables	zero-carbon	698	0.7%
Macquarie	zero-carbon	2,926	2.9%
Ventient Energy	zero-carbon	482	0.5%
Statkraft	zero-carbon	303	0.3%
Eneco	zero-carbon	309	0.3%
Falck Renewables	zero-carbon	201	0.2%
RES	zero-carbon	228	0.2%
SGRE	zero-carbon	215	0.2%
Greencoat	zero-carbon	581	0.6%
Community Windpower	zero-carbon	283	0.3%
OTHER	zero-carbon	27,229	27.3%
TOTAL	zero-carbon	99,772	100%