Project Development Year in Industry Internship

SSE plc; Glasgow, Perth, Leeds; Remote; GBP 24.000 - 29.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Private healthcare

Wellbeing benefits (online GP & 24/7;

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Zusammenfassung

SSE plc offers a 12-month Thermal Project Development Internship commencing September 2027 across Glasgow, Perth and Leeds. You’ll gain hands-on experience as SSE Thermal progresses energy projects from concept to delivery, joining a development team with seasoned professionals.

You may be placed in Project Development & Engineering (Glasgow), Planning & Development (Leeds/Glasgow/Perth) or Business Development & Commercial (Perth).

Qualifikationen

• Currently pursuing a university degree (1st/2nd/3rd year) and planning to return after the internship.
• Curiosity about how major energy projects are developed and a love of problem solving.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Aufgaben

• Support thermal project development activities as projects move from idea to delivery.
• Assist with analysis and assessment of engineering options and project requirements.
• Contribute to planning, stakeholder considerations and commercial development decisions.

Jobbeschreibung

Start Date:Commencing September2027

Base Location:Glasgow, Perth, Leeds

Salary: £26,239 per annum + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family

Working Pattern: Full Time | 1 Year Internship | Flexible First options available

Turn your studies into experience developing the energy projects of the future

Our 12-month Thermal Project Development Internship gives you hands‑on experience supporting projects as they move from an early idea towards development and delivery. SSE Thermal is developing the flexible energy infrastructure needed to support the transition to net zero. You'll join our Development team and work alongside experienced colleagues helping to progress future energy projects.

What is the role?

You'll apply to the Thermal Project Development Internship rather than a specific team. We'll consider your degree, interests, strengths and location preferences when matching successful candidates to available opportunities. Depending on your degree, interests and strengths, you could join one of three areas:

Project Development & Engineering – Glasgow

You'll support the technical development of projects, contributing to analysis and helping teams understand engineering options and project requirements.

We're particularly interested in students studying Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Geology or another relevant STEM discipline.

Planning & Development – Leeds, Glasgow or Perth

You'll gain practical experience of how planning, land and stakeholder considerations influence the development of major energy projects, supporting activities that help projects progress.

We're particularly interested in students studying Town Planning, Urban Planning, Real Estate, Rural Surveying, Planning and Development Surveying or a closely related discipline.

Business Development & Commercial – Perth

You'll use data, research and analysis to help assess opportunities and support commercial and project development decisions, building your understanding of how major energy projects progress. For this opportunity, a specific degree discipline isn't essential, but you should be comfortable working with numbers and enjoy analytical problem-solving.

What you'll get from the internship

Whichever area you join, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to meaningful work and real project challenges.
• Learn from experienced professionals across different disciplines.
• Develop your analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Understand how different teams work together to progress major energy projects.
• Build valuable experience and a professional network to support your future career.

What we're looking for

This opportunity is for students looking to undertake a 12-month Year in Industry placement as part of their university studies. You should be in your 1st, 2nd or 3rd year or university, with plans to return to university at the end of the internship.We're looking for students who:

• Are curious about how major energy projects are developed.
• Enjoy analysing information and solving problems.
• Communicate clearly and enjoy working with others.
• Are proactive, adaptable and willing to learn.
• Have a genuine interest in the energy industry and the transition to a lower‑carbon energy system.

You don't need to know everything on day one. What matters most is your willingness to learn, contribute and make the most of your year with us.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.

We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro‑electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.

Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.

SSE Thermal help keep electricity available for millions of people while pioneering low‑carbon technologies. From ground‑breaking carbon capture and storage projects to plans for what might be the world's first hydrogen‑fired power station, we're transforming how flexible power supports a cleaner electricity system.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on gym memberships, discounted retail vouchers, high street shops, private healthcare, Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

SSE welcomes applications from all nationalities. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment.

If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.