IT Graduate Programme

RWE AG; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK offers an IT graduate program designed for recent graduates looking to kickstart their careers. Participants will engage in real projects that have a significant impact, with opportunities for both technical and non-technical rotations. The program emphasizes personal development, mentoring, and networking opportunities, making it ideal for passionate individuals eager to develop their skills in IT.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus annual discretionary bonus

Company pension and discounted employee share scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Two paid annual volunteer days

International rotations with financial support

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Free on-site healthcare

Employee Assistance Program

Access to modern offices and diverse networks

Flexible benefits including retail discounts

Qualifications

• A degree in IT or a similar statistical or numerate subject is needed.
• Relevant work experience is advantageous but not essential.
• You must have a passion and knowledge for IT.

Responsibilities

• Work on real projects with a meaningful impact.
• Complete both technical and non-technical rotations.
• Develop your skills and knowledge in various IT functions.

Skills

Strong IT acumen

Fluent English

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in IT or related field (BSc, MSc, or PhD)

Job description

Overview

Working in close partnership with leading technology companies, our IT functions drive efficiency and innovation across the whole of our business. Right from the start, you\'ll gain experience and insights into various IT functions, while at the same time learning how we manage the overall IT strategy. The aim is for you to thrive and grow as an IT professional. Throughout the programme, you will have the chance to work on real projects with real impact and learn about our global business from the inside by working on meaningful projects in areas including connectivity and unified communications, group cyber security, IT solutions, IT management & strategy, innovation and digitalisation, IT infrastructure, corporate IT, digital solutions and asset information management, as well as the CIO Office and vendor management. There are opportunities to complete both technical and non-technical rotations in many of the teams mentioned above.

Some examples of more technical roles include supporting our digitalisation and Cloudification Programme, product application ownership, maximising visualisation and reporting technology (such as Tableau, Databricks), data analysis/data engineering support in different projects, and development of tools based on machine learning, software development and more. Whichever team you join, you\'ll be welcomed as an equal, your perspective will be valued, and you\'ll be trusted to deliver the work you\'re given. Each new rotation will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to become an industry expert.

Our graduate programs are designed to give you the chance to shape your own career path and personal development, with the support you need to succeed. You\'ll be assigned a graduate buddy and a senior mentor who can advise you on rotations and introduce you to key people within the business. We offer a wide range of development opportunities, including networking events where you\'ll meet senior managers and board members. We are committed to developing our Early Careers cohort and helping to develop skills for future careers. Our development journey is anchored around a strengths-based program with immersive learning and instructor-led training. After the program, the path often continues with us, as the skills gained provide a springboard for your future career.

Your benefits At RWE, we\'ll support you in fulfilling your potential. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary plus annual discretionary bonus
• Company pension and discounted employee share scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days
• Two paid annual volunteer days for a charity or initiative of your choice
• International rotations with financial support for relocation
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity support
• Free on-site healthcare and access to AXA Private Healthcare Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential support for work, health, or life matters
• Access to modern offices, state-of-the-art IT and diverse employee networks
• Flexible benefits, including retail discounts

Qualifications Some relevant work experience is advantageous but not essential. You will need:

• a degree (BSc, MSc or PhD) in IT or a similar statistical or numerate subject such as Mathematics, Engineering or Economics with strong IT acumen
• passion and knowledge for IT
• a positive approach to working in a team
• to be motivated by taking on new challenges
• a commercial and analytical mind
• the ability to adapt and learn quickly
• an enthusiasm for developing your skills and exploring new opportunities
• fluent English