Undergraduate & student opportunities

Get a head start on your career – and help us transform the future of energy.

Build a bright future

At RWE, we understand the importance of gaining real-life, meaningful work experience alongside your education. That’s why we’re committed to providing a range of learning opportunities that match your studies. Jump-start your career and gain the skills and knowledge that you need on your way to building your future.


Application process

The application process takes 4-6 weeks and usually includes the following steps.

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1. Online application

1. Online application

Once you have found a suitable position, apply exclusively online using the “Apply now” button in the respective job description.

If you have all the documents ready, the application process only takes 3-5 minutes. Immediately after uploading your application, you will receive an automated confirmation of receipt.

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2. Selection

2. Selection

The next step in the application process is usually a virtual or in person interview with the hiring manager and/or someone from the team. You may be asked to do a short presentation or work on a case study but you’ll be informed in due course.

If you have any questions during the process, please get in touch with the contact named in the job description at any time.

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3. Contract

3. Contract

If it suits both parties, we will be happy to make you an offer and send you the contract. Please send it back as soon as possible.

The entire process typically takes 4-6 weeks.

Check out our Apprenticeships and training schemes

RWE Apprenticeships offer the support to grow while learning skills for a more sustainable future.

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#TeamRWE insights
of our students

Weronika | Team insight

Discover what fascinates Weronika about the energy industry and how the placement contributes to her development.

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Colin | Team insight

Find out first-hand from our Working Student Recruiting & Talent Acquisition how to find a suitable position for you and what benefits await you.

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Natali | Team insight

From an internship/working student position to career entry – take a look at Natali's successful journey at RWE.

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Come along and get to know us

Are you looking for a placement programme or would you like to find out more about our undergraduate and student opportunities?

At events in your city or region, you can make important contacts and find out about vacancies. At our stands, you also have the opportunity to get a direct look behind the scenes of an undergraduate programme at RWE - because our placement students are often on hand to answer any questions you may have.

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Awards

  • The cover for the best 60 medium-sized student employer schemes for 2021 to 2022.
  • Award for the most attractive employers in Germany 2023, presented by Universum, featuring a geometric logo.
  • A gold emblem featuring a bicycle, buildings, and stars, signifying a bicycle-friendly employer.
  • The image features the NUE Awards 2022 with the title 'Finalist Best Medium-sized Schemes' and pink cubes.
  • The image displays a logo for Deutschland Test with the text 'TOP CAREER OPPORTUNITIES'.
  • An award from kununu with 'OPEN COMPANY' and the slogan 'WE LIVE OPENNESS!
  • Winner of The JobCrowd Award for the Top Company to work for graduates in 2020/21.
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  • NUE Awards logo, finalist 2021 for top medium-sized undergraduate schemes.

 

Our numerous employer awards show: There are no empty promises at RWE


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