Graduate Community Engagement Officer Internship

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
Start date as soon as possible, full time, fixed term until December 2026, Norwich and broader Norfolk area, hybrid model meaning min. 3 days per week onsite/travelling across the region & rest home office if you are based in Norfolk or Suffolk

From here, you can join us at RWE Offshore Wind for a Graduate Internship 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 Stakeholder and Communications function with focus on Community Engagement. Curious?

About the role

• Gain valuable knowledge and experience of 
  • Representing the Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone at a regional level, information to our projects local communities 
  • Real, hands-on experience, assisting us in solving complex problems – we will value your innovative and fresh thinking
  • Being embedded in projects from day one, enabling you to apply your knowledge and rapidly acquire new, marketable skills
  • Working alongside world-leading experts as a core member of the team
• Actively support the team e.g. with 
  • Engaging closely with our delivery partners who are constructing the 60km underground cable route and onshore substation infrastructure 
  • Building upon existing, and create new, relationships with communities across the relevant area, strengthening a positive image of RWE and the project
  • Collating, reporting on and presenting information to evidence the work and positive social value being created by the team 
  • Supporting the planning and delivery of a range of Community Engagement events , from project updates to community groups and stakeholders to represent the project and RWE at large public events in the region

Job requirements and experience

• Your degree will fall within one of the following fields of study: Economics, Communications, Media, Marketing, Public Relationships, Sustainability 
• You have very good verbal and written communication skills
• You´re able to coordinate your own workload and to meet tight deadlines
• 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 sites which is essential. 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

Advantageous, but not essential

• Work experience within the renewable sector or transferable industries 
• Local knowledge within the region
• Experience with Excel, Power Point, Social Media and other similar software 

Your benefits 

• We value your effort by offering a salary of £24,5k per year and employee pension scheme
• 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

From here, you benefit from many further advantages – Curious? Then click here!
 

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 91031, application period: 24/10/2025
Any questions? Contact HR: Marie Bennell (marie.bennell@rwe.com)

We look very much forward to your application, including your CV and cover letter which tells us why you´re a suitable candidate for this opportunity and how it aligns with your studies & career plans. 

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too. #LI-JM1

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

RWE Offshore Wind will play a central role in realising our purpose and vision so far being the No.2 generator globally. The company’s 3,500+ experts operate more than 1.000 fixed bottom and floating wind turbines in 19 wind farms. And we plan to increase our capacity from the current 3.3 GW to 10 GW by 2030 (RWE’s share). In connection with current projects in development as well as upcoming auctions in Europe, the United States, and the Asia-Pacific region, RWE Offshore Wind is preparing to implement further complex projects.

RWE Offshore Wind tests a wide variety of new technologies in our offshore wind farms, enabling these plants to operate more efficiently and economically. In addition, we are involved in and committed to numerous programmes and initiatives that are designed to accelerate innovation in offshore wind and promote the development of new industry standards which allows you to have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies – and continuously improve, together.

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