Our ‘Women in Trading’ Summer Placement offers female students in their penultimate year of studies a unique opportunity to take their first steps in a career journey with us.
From here, we counteract the under-representation of females within the energy sector, promote greater diversity and adapt to the transforming landscape of opportunities and challenges, from digitalisation to decarbonisation.
Applications closing date: 5th October
You can gain insights into this- Through early exposure and practical experience, RWEST aims to empower and inspire future talent, broaden the pipeline of diverse talent, challenge misconceptions about trading, and build confidence and capability. The programme is designed to ensure women can see themselves represented and succeeding in commercial roles across RWEST.
- Our programme highlights the expertise and career journeys of our talented women while demystifying the world of trading and providing a clear insight into a trading career at RWE Supply & Trading. Participants gain an understanding of how energy markets operate, from the fundamentals of supply and demand to the strategies, data, and technologies that underpin modern trading across power, gas, and carbon markets.
- Alongside hands on experience and opportunities to upskill, interactive sessions explore how data and quantitative analysis are turned into real trading decisions. The programme also supports participants to build confidence in a professional environment, develop commercial awareness, and feel comfortable bringing their whole selves to the workplace.
- Durations
- 3 months
- Start of programme
- June 2027
- Company
- RWE Supply & Trading
- Home base locations
- London, UK
- Female students in the penultimate year of a highly analytical, numerical or business-focused subject
- Enthusiasm and drive to develop your skillset and seek out development opportunities
- IT proficiency and excellent communication skills
- Curious with a desire to work collaboratively and challenging yourself to find new solutions
- Motivated to take on new challenges
- Commercial aptitude and entrepreneurial skills as well as an analytical mindset and the ability to learn quickly
Locations & application process:
London, UKApplication period
21.09.2026 - 05.10.2026
Pre-selection period
Shortly after your application, you will be invited to an online test. After successfully passing the online test as well as our application screening, you will receive an invitation to a pre-recorded video interview. The final step is the assessment centre.
Assessment centre
01.12.2026
Please note that the application deadline may be changed at short notice and we will no longer accept applications early on!
Development & training
You can expect to:
- Explore our company, culture, and network with members of our diverse communities (including our Women’s Network)
- Learn about our commercial departments and commodity trading
- Attend workshops focused on female empowerment and career coaching sessions to nurture your skills
- Be allocated a ‘female mentor’ for support
