Year in Industry Social Value Coordination

RWE; Mostyn; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Living Wage

Mentoring & development program

GWO training and safety courses

Job summary

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. invites you to a Year in Industry placement in the Development function, focusing on Social Value Coordination. The role blends site presence in Mostyn with remote work, supporting community engagement, data gathering and stakeholder relations.

You will gain exposure to offshore wind project social value delivery, reporting, and event participation, with mentoring and a development programme designed for early career professionals.

Qualifications

• Enrolled student in Social Science or Communications.
• Degree eligible for a year in industry placement.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to coordinate workload and meet deadlines; proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Comfortable working in a diverse team with multiple stakeholders.
• Willing to travel; travel expenses covered.

Responsibilities

• Gain knowledge of offshore wind and the renewables sector.
• Understand social value delivery through projects (community benefits, volunteering, skills programmes).
• Develop stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Learn project management, report writing, qualitative analysis and presentational skills.
• Support Future Bright programme delivery and local community engagement.
• Coordinate with community fund administrators and external parties for case studies and reports.
• Assist data collection and quantitative analysis to inform social value, skills and supply chain work.
• Participate in events such as Stakeholder engagement workshops and awards presentations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

Education

Social Science

Communications

Job description

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
Start date in July 2027, full time, fixed term (12 months)
Hybrid model meaning 3 days per week onsite ideally be based from our Mostyn office at Rhyl Flats, rest can be home base

From here, you can join us at RWE Offshore Wind for a Year in Industry placement and gain invaluable insight into this truly unique and innovative sector. We’re one of the largest developers of offshore wind globally on a journey of significant growth determined by our Growing Green investment strategy as well as commitment to net zero. With 10 operational offshore wind farms across the UK, and multiple development projects in the pipeline, there has never been a more exciting time to become part of our #teamRWE.

No two days in Offshore Wind are the same – you’ll benefit from a collaborative feedback-oriented culture, the chance to tap into a global community of students and graduates, and endless opportunities for growth. Backed by a welcoming and diverse team environment, we know we can offer you a truly unique experience in our Development business function with focus on Social Value Coordination. Curious?

About the role

The proposed activities for the placement are listed below, however there is opportunity to support on other areas tailored to you to underpin your development.

• Gain valuable knowledge and experience of
  • The Offshore Wind and wider renewables sector.
  • The concept of social value and how it can be delivered through renewable projects, including the direct community benefits, volunteering, skills programmes and helping to build a local supply chain.
  • Stakeholder management and relationship building.
  • Project management, report writing, qualitative analysis and presentational skills.

• Actively support the team e.g. with
  • The delivery and development of the Future Bright programme, to promote the work we do within local communities and wider economy: Your community.
  • Coordinating with local community fund administrators and external parties, to collate the materials to support case studies and reports.
  • Conducting data collection and quantitative analysis to inform our social value, skills and supply chain development work.
  • Participating in different events, e.g. Future Bright Award presentations, Stakeholder engagement events such as the Supply Chain and Skills workshops across the UK and Ireland.

Job requirements and experience

• You're an enrolled student in one of the following degree courses: Social Science, Communications or similar.
• Your degree course is eligible for a year in industry placement.
• You have very good verbal and written communication skills.
• You're able to coordinate your own workload and to meet tight deadlines; you´re a competent Microsoft Office user.
• Working in a diverse team environment and dealing with a range of stakeholders every day is something you feel comfortable with.
• You're open to travel to other locations; travel expenses will be covered by us.
• Motivation is crucial; your cover letter will tell us why you´re a suitable candidate for this opportunity, and how it aligns with your studies & career plans.
• You have lived in the UK for a minimum of 5 years due to the potential requirement for National Security Vetting.

Please refer to the UK Government's National Security Vetting guidance for further details and eligibility requirements.

Advantageous, but not essential

• You have skills in report writing, presentation and data collection.

Your benefits

• Your salary will be in-line with the Real Living Wage.
• Sustainable world: Contribute actively to our Growing Green mission.
• Take action: Use the chance, gain hands-on experience and work alongside global colleagues as a core member of the team.
• Investing in growth: We will support you with mentoring and a development programme along with other interns in the business.
• Trust and respect: We trust you and count on your skills. Be embedded in work and key projects from day one, enabling you to apply your knowledge and rapidly acquire new, marketable skills.
• Every voice is heard: Your innovative and fresh way of thinking is more than welcome. Don´t hesitate and bring in your ideas.
• Professional Development: Comprehensive training is provided, including Global Wind Organisation Certificate to work offshore, Wind Turbine Safety Rules Training, and In-house technical training.

This position is aimed at those currently studying who are eligible for a Year in Industry Placement. For those who will be graduating Summer 2027 we encourage you to apply for our graduate programme which will be advertised in January 2027.

An offer of employment in this role may require holding active or ability to pass National Security vetting to SC level. Failure to obtain and or maintain National Security Vetting to SC may result in the removal of job offers and or existing employment.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

As a global leader, RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrow's energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe, Japan and Korea. We have already 18 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years’ experience in developing, building, operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long-term partnerships, working hand in hand with local businesses and communities. Every year, we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours, educational programmes, local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements, delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards, and contributing to the energy world of tomorrow.

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