Focus on technology

Become a trainee at EWE

Key facts about the programme

Annual salary of €50,000 - €62,000
2-year programme
Work in Oldenburg and the regions
Personalised programme
Good opportunities for post-apprenticeship employment

From working on transformer stations to developing high-efficiency energy concepts for major customers, you'll have the opportunity to work on many projects geared towards the future of the world of energy and thus actively shape the energy revolution.

These projects include the development of solutions in the field of electric mobility; development of a green hydrogen economy; the expansion of fibre-optic networks in the northwest as well as activities surrounding smart grids and the upcoming meter roll-out, and many, many more.

You'll be able to create, and to contribute, implement or monitor ideas. You have the opportunity to look beyond your own horizons and get to know areas outside your speciality, such as Sales and Marketing or IT.

Your trainee programme – your choice!

What does the trainee programme involve?

The programme is tailored to your specific focus and interests, allowing you to explore the many aspects of the EWE Group and to enhance your profile.  

We will work with you to develop your plan of action.
You usually spend three months in each placement, which could be a department, a specific area or a project.
Group-wide assignments, including those outside your area of specialisation, will give you a holistic understanding of the Group.
We focus on close contact with our customers in the region. This programme also gives you the opportunity to gain experience with our business on site.
After each assignment, feedback sessions help you discover your strengths and further develop your skills.

You have access to the trainee supervisors, a sponsor, a mentor and a trainee buddy at all times.

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Your path to the EWE trainee programme

Applicants with the best chance of joining us will:

Have a degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Renewable Energies, Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, or a similar field
Be enthusiastic about sustainable topics
Have an interest in interdisciplinary issues
Have confidence in themselves and personal initiative

Have strong communication and social skills
Enjoy change and further development
Have the courage to take on responsibility
Enjoy creating things with others

If this applies to you and we have received your application, we'll invite you to one of our selection days, where you'll also get to know other applicants, the trainee supervisors, and specialists and managers from individual departments. The selection day consists of varied tasks and interviews. We will then inform you as soon as possible about a possible placement and next steps.

iWant us to get to know you better? 

Send us a 90-second video (in MP4 format) through the application form or via the cloud. We're looking forward to it!  

Your contacts for questions

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Sandra von Garrel Further education and professional training – trainee programme

+49 441 4808-2836

Sara Heinemann Further education and professional training – trainee programme

+49 151 74625280