Octopus in Colour Praktikum – Asset Management

At Octopus Energy, our mission is to drive the global renewable revolution and make green energy affordable for all. In order to succeed, we need to build a team that represents everyone in our society. Unfortunately, Black professionals make up < 2% of the energy workforce, which is a significant under-representation compared to the ethnic composition of the UK. To help address this, we have created an internship programme that is only open to candidates who identify with any Black, Black British, African or Caribbean background. We are committed to promoting equality, and this internship is an important step in our effort to foster greater diversity and inclusiveness in our business and industry.

Applications for all our internships will close on the 17th April. Please do not upload a CV when asked for 'Resume/CV'.... instead, upload a cover letter made up of no more than 500 words (instructions below)

This is our sixth year running the internship programme. You can hear from our past interns and learn about our previous internships.

Location: London office

Duration: Full time 6th July-28th August

Pay: London Living Wage (pro rata)

Who we are

We are an international energy supply company who put customers at the heart of everything we do. We empower our people to give outrageously good customer service, and fight to make energy fairer, more affordable, and more accessible for all. We are striving to halt the climate emergency by unlocking a smart, 100% green grid. We are using technology to transform the energy system; making electricity green and affordable, creating one-of-a-kind energy innovations. Our work is powered by freedom, autonomy, and responsibility. We've been recognised as one of the best companies to work for in 2024 and are now the UK's largest and most awarded energy supplier, with a 24% market share! Our Group CEO, Greg, has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people - give it a listen to find out more about Octopus Energy!

Join Octopus Energy Generation's Asset Management Team and Help Shape the Future of Renewable Energy

Working in the asset management team, you will gain hands-on experience in managing construction and operational wind, solar and battery storage energy assets across multiple countries. Working closely with the Technical and Commercial Asset Management teams, you will learn how we monitor renewable energy performance, mitigate construction risk, and ensure long-term financial and technical success.

This is an opportunity to develop technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills while working in a fast-paced environment alongside experienced asset managers. You'll gain insights into the real-world operation of large-scale renewable energy projects, making a tangible impact on the clean energy transition.

What You'll Do

• Analyze wind and solar operational data to identify trends, anomalies, and performance gaps
• Support monthly reporting processes by providing technical insights for stakeholders
• Track and visualize key performance indicators across wind, solar, and battery assets
• Assist with budgeting, energy production forecasting, and industry benchmarking
• Manage operational incidents and maintenance trends to improve asset reliability
• Contribute to construction risk mitigation and asset life-extension evaluations
• Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes to maintain a competitive edge

What You'll Gain

You'll get hands-on experience in construction and operational wind, solar and battery

You'll gain exposure to real-world asset management challenges and decision-making.
You'll get the opportunity to work with industry experts in renewable energy.
You'll experience insight into the commercial, operational, and financial aspects of renewable assets.
You'll get the chance to contribute to the global energy transition while working in one of the fastest-growing sectors in renewables

What You'll Need

• To be curious and passionate about renewable energy - You don't need a degree in engineering or finance but you should have an interest in energy, data analysis, and problem-solving.
• To be proficient in Microsoft Excel (e.g., data handling, pivot tables, formulas).
• To have strong analytical skills with an ability to interpret numerical data and spot trends.
• To have structured approach to problem-solving and attention to detail.
• To have a willingness to learn technical and commercial aspects of wind and solar operations.
• To have good communication skills - you'll be explaining findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• To be self-motivated and ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Desired but not Essential Skills

Experience with Python, SQL, or Power BI for data analysis.
Understanding of wind turbine and solar PV technologies.
Knowledge of energy markets, regulations, and grid constraints affecting wind and solar power.

IMPORTANT - HOW TO APPLY

Follow the link below to be taken to an application form where you will be prompted to 'Attach Resume/CV'. PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD A CV. Instead, you should upload a cover letter made up of no more than 500 words.

This cover letter is your chance to stand out! We want to know about you, your passions, and why you think you would be a great fit for an internship at Octopus Energy. We don't use CVs as we are more interested in what makes you tick than we are about the opportunities you have had up to this point.

It is really important that this cover letter is written by you and really tells us your story. By putting this into AI, your story will get lost. So, while we typically encourage efficient ways of working, please refrain from using AI for this task

This cover letter is the same for all our internships, so if you are applying for one or multiple positions, you will only need to write one. Please use the below brief of what to include:

• Before your skills and experience, we're looking for the right kind of person - the kind who is utterly passionate about our mission and who thrives working how we work. So, please let us know why the Octopus Energy Group stands out to you?
• Tell us about yourself - who you are, what you are studying or have studied, what makes you...you?
• What do you think you could bring to an internship at Octopus Energy?
• Tell us about a time you went above and beyond to help someone else, not because you had to, but because it was the right thing to do.
• If we gave you a stage and 2 minutes to teach the company something, anything, that has nothing to do with energy, what would it be?

We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations during your interview process or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!

Where necessary, we sometimes use AI tools to help with parts of our hiring process, like reviewing applications or assessing responses. We're lucky to receive a huge amount of interest, so these tools help our recruiters manage that volume, not replace them. Ultimately, every hiring decision (for example, whether to progress your application or not) is always made by a real person in our Talent team. If you'd like to know more about how we use your data, you can reach out to us via email at [email protected]. We're happy to help!