International Trainee Programme

Now you can shape the path towards fossil freedom. We're constantly searching for people who challenge the way we think. People that open new doors and lead us down new paths. We are looking for talented individuals to join us on our journey. Apply now and help us shape the path.

The application period for the programme starting in September 2025 is closed.

What you can expect

The programme is structured to help you really get to know our business, yourself and where your career could take you. From day one, you’ll also benefit from a strong and supportive network of colleagues on the programme and beyond. After an initial welcome meeting at our headquarters in Sweden - where trainees usually get to meet our CEO – a series of team-building exercises and a site visit to a generation facility provide an introduction to your new colleagues and the business. An onboarding week with your ‘home’ department is then followed by the first of four seminar weeks, each of which is held in different locations during the year. These enable you to learn more about how we work across different cultures and countries and to see our business close-up through site visits. During the seminar weeks you’ll also work on live business issues – perhaps looking at ways to increase employee engagement on sustainability or finding a new approach to tackle a technical grid problem. Together with colleagues you’ll brainstorm ideas and come up with solutions.

In the first four months you are focused on the business area you are assigned to. You then carry out two assignments, each of between 4-8 weeks, and you can choose where you want to go in the business with at least one assignment abroad. The assignments, with all accommodation and travel paid for, are an opportunity to broaden your experience and take a deep-dive into an area that interests you. Many trainees choose to step outside their comfort zone and work in a different expertise or business area. Each programme also features a ‘Hackathon’ week based at our R&D centre in Sweden and huddle meetings where trainees can choose particular topics they want to know more about. At the final seminar week, we’ll make sure you have all the tools you need to continue your development and take the next step in your dream career.

Shape the path

You’ll bring your own unique qualities to the table and will be able to develop these even further. In four seminar weeks throughout the year you will receive various training, join site visits and meet your peers in one of our core countries.

Content of the programme

Are you interested in Vattenfall's International Trainee Program? Would you like to discover what it entails? What will you learn, which countries can you visit, how will your journey look in the year to come. About seminar weeks, huddles, assignments and hackathon.

Application process

Apply

Screening

Online test

Interviews

Pre-employment screening

First things first, find the right position for you and answer the screening questions when submitting your application.

Match the key requirements with your profile

The recruiter will review your application within 10 working days after closing the vacancy. Wondering who the recruiter is? Check out the recruiter details in the vacancy

Keep track of your phone and e-mail inbox

For some jobs we use online tests. If this is the case for your application you will receive an email with instructions. Make sure to finish the test before its end date.

Be prepared and don´t overthink it!

When invited for an interview we are curious to meet you. You will have the chance to show us your superpowers online or in person. If the first interview goes well you will be invited for a second interview.

Don’t forget to ask questions yourself

Our Pre-employment screening varies per country. If a security vetting process is part of the screening you will be informed by the recruiter during the recruitment process

Be honest in every step

You will be part of an international team
working towards the same vision.

What we offer

challenging and international work environment
full-time contract with an employer committed to good work/life balance
focused personal development plan and mentoring
opportunity to choose two assignments, including one abroad
international travel to visit Vattenfall operations across Europe
networking opportunities to get to know colleagues

Unique International Trainee positions

Ahead of the programme, we invite applications for the positions available. These change each year depending on the needs of our fast-paced and diverse business but could include roles such as Offshore Wind Design Engineers, E-Mobility Business Analysts or Digital Customer Experience Engineers. Each position will have specific requirements on academic background or experience which will be detailed in the vacancy. You apply for the position or positions which best match your skills, experience and ambition. If you’re successful you’ll be given all the support you need to thrive in the business area you’re assigned to, but will also have opportunities to explore other parts of the organisation at home and abroad.

What happens at the end of the programme

When the programme finishes, you’ll return to your business area on a full-time, unlimited contract – and with unlimited opportunities ahead of you! You might choose to continue in your position or explore new challenges within the company. The knowledge gained during the programme and the extensive network developed throughout the company means you’ll be ideally placed to know where your talents and interests could take you. You’ll also have the support of a mentor – usually a former trainee – to help make the transition from a trainee to an employee. Many trainees from previous years have gone on to develop rewarding careers and are now in senior positions in Vattenfall and other companies at the frontline of the energy transition.