Energy & Sustainability Student Placement (12-Month Industrial Placement) - London - £28,000 - Summer 2026 Start
Make a Real Impact During Your Placement Year
Are you studying Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related degree and looking for a placement where you can make a genuine difference?
Join our Energy & Sustainability team and gain hands-on experience supporting projects that improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions and help drive our sustainability strategy.
This is an opportunity to work on real-world engineering and environmental initiatives, developing practical skills that will set you apart when you graduate.
What You'll Be Doing
Working alongside experienced engineers and sustainability professionals, you'll:
- Collect, analyse and report energy performance data
- Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency
- Support carbon footprint reporting and Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions calculations
- Assist with renewable energy and low-carbon projects
- Support the ongoing integration and monitoring of solar energy systems
- Prepare reports and presentations for key stakeholders
- Collaborate with teams across the business to deliver sustainability initiatives
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who is enthusiastic, analytical and proactive, with a genuine interest in energy and sustainability.
You will ideally be:
- Studying towards a degree in Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability or a related discipline
- Comfortable working with data and using Excel
- A strong problem solver with excellent attention to detail
- A confident communicator who enjoys working as part of a team
- Motivated, curious and willing to take initiative
Knowledge of renewable energy, carbon reporting or energy management principles would be beneficial but is not essential.
What You'll Gain
- Meaningful responsibility from day one
- Exposure to live energy and sustainability projects
- Experience working within a large industrial environment
- Development of technical, analytical and professional skills
- Mentoring from experienced engineers and sustainability specialists
- Valuable industry experience to support your future career
If you're looking for a placement where you can contribute, learn and help create a more sustainable future, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to kick-start your career in energy and sustainability.
Pay: £27,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Will your degree programme allow you to complete a 12-month industrial placement in 2026?
- Are you currently studying Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a closely related degree?
- Do you have experience (through university projects, coursework or previous work) analysing data using Excel?
- Have you studied or completed a project relating to energy, sustainability, carbon reduction or renewable energy?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
