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Site Engineering Summer Placement 2025

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Sellafield Ltd

Sep 13, 2024

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Starts on Jul 09
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • £18.5K - £24.5K
  • Sellafield, West Cumbria

Requirements

  • For our Site Engineering programmes we are looking for students currently enrolled at university studying to towards a degree in the following subjects:
  • Civil Engineering / Civil Asset Management / Architecture / Architectural Technology / Building Surveying
  • Electrical / Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Chemical / Process Engineering
  • If that’s you and you’re working towards achieving a 2:2 classification or above, then hit apply now.

Responsibilities

  • Do you want to be part of some of the most unique and challenging engineering work in the nuclear industry? Are you looking for a placement programme that puts you at the forefront of engineering excellence?
  • The Sellafield site is an engineering playground. Our engineers are involved in a huge variety of engineering projects on the Sellafield site. This ranges from the initial commissioning stages, through to the daily construction and maintenance of the hundreds of Sellafield Ltd facilities and equipment.
  • At Sellafield Ltd, the dynamic duo of Construction and Engineering & Maintenance form the backbone of our engineering excellence. From the meticulous planning and execution of projects to the ongoing care and optimisation of facilities, this synergy ensures the seamless functioning and longevity of critical engineering operations at Sellafield.
  • Construction works alongside engineering design to influence, develop and implement construction strategies and plans in line with the overall project delivery model. The profession is required to review technical work before, during and after implementation, has responsibility for nuclear and radiological safety during the construction phases and plays a significant role in achieving major milestones in the decommissioning of Sellafield site.
  • Our Maintenance area faces some of the most unique & challenging work in the industry, and our profession enables us to accelerate high hazard reduction in a safe, environmentally responsible, cost effective and pragmatic manner. The area is incredibly diverse and is made up of a variety of engineering roles.

Application Process

  • Applications for our placement programmes will close on 27th October 2024.
  • You will be issued an assessment to complete, the date you receive this will depend on when you apply. You will be given a deadline to complete this by and will find out the result of your assessment mid-November.
  • Video interviews will take place from 11th November to 1st December 2024.
  • *Please note, if you are unable to attend an assessment during these months you may be unable to complete our application process.
  • Expected start date: 10th July 2025
  • Sellafield has a proud vision of Diversity & Inclusion that aims to attract candidates into an inclusive and supportive workplace. We are honoured to be recognised as a Level 3 Disability Confident Employer. As users of the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be able to declare a disability when completing our application form or have the option to contact us directly should you require any assistance completing our application process.
  • You are advised to regularly check your emails (including any junk mail/spam folders) for correspondence related to this post, including assessment or interview invitations and any other type of correspondence relating to your application.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Site Engineering Summer Placement?

The Site Engineering Summer Placement lasts for 10 weeks.

Who is eligible to apply for the summer placement?

The summer placement is designed for dynamic students who are ready to embrace real responsibilities and tackle major projects.

Will I receive any support during my placement?

Yes, you will be supported by the Sellafield Ltd community throughout your placement.

What opportunities are available after completing the summer placement?

On successful completion of the summer placement, you can be offered a place on our Graduate scheme the year you graduate.

What types of projects will I be working on?

You will work on business-critical tasks that directly impact current challenges and future missions within the nuclear industry.

Is the summer placement relevant to my university studies?

Yes, the placement is designed to complement your university studies while providing real work experience.

How is my performance evaluated during the placement?

A comprehensive performance review will be conducted at the conclusion of your placement to assess your potential.

What company is offering the summer placement?

The summer placement is offered by Sellafield Ltd, which focuses on the UK’s sustainable nuclear future.

Where are the locations for the placement?

The placement opportunities are available primarily at the Sellafield site in West Cumbria.

What kind of impact does Sellafield Ltd aim to deliver?

Sellafield Ltd aims to create a positive social impact in West Cumbria and beyond while delivering on national safety, security, and energy needs.

We are creating a clean and safe environment for future generations.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1947
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are harnessing our expertise; bringing together world-class skills and innovative technology to solve complex nuclear, infrastructure, and engineering challenges. In creating a clean and safe environment for future generations, we are delivering value to our people, communities, and industry.

Culture & Values

  • Our manifesto

    Co-created with employees from across our organisation, our manifesto sets out the organisation that we want to be. The behaviours we want to see. And the clear purpose that we are all working towards. We are creating a clean and safe environment for future generations. Our manifesto also reminds us that we are all nuclear professionals. Regardless of our role or location, we are all here to create a clean and safe environment for future generations.

Benefits

  • Annual Bonus

    On top your annual salary, you’ll have the opportunity to benefit from an annual bonus, linked to company performance, of up to £4000*

  • Relocation Support

    If you’re relocating here from than 30 miles away, we’ll support you with a relocation allowance and give you plenty of information on the best areas to live and how to find a place too.

  • Annual Leave

    We aim to strike a good work/life balance by offering 30 days annual leave with statutory public holidays on top. There is also the ability to purchase an additional 2.5 days leave on top.

  • Pension Provisions

    We offer an attractive defined contribution pension scheme – the company will match up to 13.5% for a 7% employee contribution!

  • Support Networks

    All of our employees can benefit from our 18 support networks, including the Nuclear Autism Support Network, oneLGBTQ+ Network and Gender Balance Networks, to name a few.

  • Other benefits

    Other benefits include paid sick leave scheme, cycle to work scheme, family friendly policies, welfare & employee assistance programme, employee savings & discounts, plus many others.