Energy4Talent Trainee 2027 - US Utilities

AES Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Corporation is launched a two-year rotational program with six-month assignments in Finance, Commercial, and Regulatory Affairs across the US locations, including Indianapolis and Dayton. The program emphasizes leadership development, cross-functional collaboration, and global training opportunities.

Successful candidates will complete the program starting January 2027, with strong emphasis on advanced English proficiency and a Bachelor’s degree earned between May 2024 and December 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree graduation between May 2024 and December 2026 (including).
• Advanced/fluent English.

Responsibilities

• 2-year program with rotations every six months in different areas.
• Opportunity to lead high impact projects and transform the future of energy.
• Local and global training opportunities, developing technical skills and behavioral competencies.
• Global exposure to senior leaders across the company.
• Internal mentoring program to support development.

Skills

Advanced English

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.

AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.

We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.

Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry.

If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it.

Program characteristics:

• 2-year program, with rotations every six months in different areas.
• Opportunity to lead high impact projects and transform the future of energy.
• Local and global training opportunities, developing technical skills and behavioral competencies.
• Global exposure to senior leaders across the company.
• Internal mentoring program to support your development.
• Potential opportunities to be part of cross-functional projects throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia.

• Finance – Location: Dayton, OH / Indianapolis, IN
• Commercial – Location: Indianapolis, IN
• Regulatory Affairs – Location: Dayton, OH

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree program graduation between May 2024 and December 2026 (including).
• Advanced/fluent English.

Recruiting process

Our recruiting process for this program consists of several steps throughout the course of 3 months. These steps are:

• Application Questionnaire: Upload your resume and answer some questions with basic information.
• Individual Assessment: Online assessment composed of video interview questions and games.
• Group Assessment: Online sessions of 20-25 participants. Learn more about AES and participate in group activities with other candidates.
• Business Panel & Interview: Online session with senior leaders and Human Resources, in which you analyze a business case in groups. Individual interviews with finalists after business panels.
• Start date of program: January 2027.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.