International Trainee - Investigating Engineering

Shape the path towards fossil-free living.    

Are you ready to challenge the status quo, lead us down new paths and contribute to solving one of humankind's greatest challenges – climate change? We are searching for 15 talented individuals to join us as International Trainees at Vattenfall. Help us lead the energy transition and make a real impact.

About the traineeship.    

This traineeship offers you a unique opportunity to kickstart your career in sustainable business. Each of the trainee positions is distinct, tied to a department within a specific business area and working location. This means that each position has its own tailored responsibilities, challenges and matching profile.

What you will experience   

• Personal development: Benefit from a year full of growth opportunities, professional meetups, and comprehensive trainings.   

• International exposure: Engage with a diverse, international trainee team both virtually and in person. Participate in job rotations and on-site visits.   

• Collaborative environment: Enjoy a balance of serious work and a fun, supportive atmosphere. 

As Joakim, our International Trainee in Stockholm, states, “I expected beforehand that working at a corporate would mean only serious business. We do focus on learning and growth and bringing new perspectives to the company, but we also have fun and add humor and lightness. I feel like we are the change the company wants to see.”   

Your role as a Trainee - Investigating Engineering

You will be a part of the team Grid Planning & Optimization consisting of 8 colleagues, working with optimizing the expansion and function of the district heating network for 7 locations in Sweden. We explore new technology and investigate whether it can fit into the construction of the district heating system of the future. You will be an important part in our work towards fossil freedom!

Your responsibilities:    

• Work with energy consumption for various properties and energy performance for properties.     

• Investigate the water balance in Uppsala’s district heating network, develop a model for how it behaves.