Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply?

When you find a vacancy that you wish to apply for, click the ‘Apply now’ button. You’ll be offered the choice of applying using your LinkedIn profile or alternatively, you can upload your CV to your application. You don’t need to upload a cover letter as part of your application.

You’ll receive an email acknowledging your application and one of our dedicated team will review your application personally.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you encounter any accessibility challenges during your online application, please let us know by contacting Resource.Coord@edfenergy.com and one of the recruitment team will be in touch.

As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident scheme, where practical and appropriate, if you choose to disclose a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role (as specified in the advert), you’ll be progressed to the first stage of our selection process.

Some of our roles at EDF attract large volumes of applications. When this happens, we’ll apply Disability Confident's guidance on taking practical and appropriate steps selecting disabled candidates who best meet the minimum criteria for the job.

What’s EDF’s position on using AI in recruitment?

The rise in AI can support multiple elements of the recruitment process. Read our guidance to help you understand our position of AI use in the recruitment process.

Are there any issues applying for roles using an iCloud email address?

We’ve identified some infrequent issues when applicants apply via an iCloud email address. To ensure you receive all communications, we recommend using an alternative email provider to apply for roles where possible.

I wanted to apply for a position I saw, but it's not listed anymore - can I still apply?

Vacancies are generally advertised over two weeks. Once the closing date has passed, the vacancy will no longer be listed. Unfortunately, we cannot accept late applications.

How can I check the status of my application?

The time taken for reviewing applications will vary depending on the type of role you're applying for. Our aim is always to respond to applications as soon as possible, and you will always be notified as to whether your application was successful.

Who can I contact for feedback on my application?

Due to the high number of applications that we receive, we’re unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who are not successful in reaching the interview stage with the hiring manager.

Do you accept speculative applications?

Instead of accepting speculative CVs, we advise you to register your details on our careers website and set up alerts for future opportunities which will be relevant to you.

What do you do with my personal details?

At EDF, we respect your privacy and value the trust you put in us when you share your personal details with us. Find more information on what data we collect and why we collect this data from you: EDF privacy and cookie policy.

I’m a Recruitment Consultant, how can I work with EDF?

We operate a preferred supplier list for recruitment agencies and are unable to accept unsolicited or speculative applications from suppliers not on the list. Please contact us to find out more here: AgencyQueries@edfenergy.com.

I’m a contractor/supplier, how can I work with EDF?

Visit the supply chain page for more information about becoming a supplier: Supply Chain.

As part of our recruitment process, we’ll ask you to prove your eligibility to work in the UK. We’ll request you to bring ID documents with you to your interview (if face-to-face), so that if you are the successful candidate and we offer you the job, we can start the pre-employment checking process without delay.

What is our selection process?

Depending on the role you’ve applied for, we’ll ask you to complete different assessments and/or interviews. From our training programmes to our senior positions, the selection process is tailored to meet specific role and business needs. As your application progresses, your Recruiter will discuss the various stages with you.

How does the interview process work?

Interviews are designed to measure the skills and behaviours required to do a job well. All candidates under consideration for a role are assessed against the same set of competencies to ensure fairness. Our interviews are carried out by our Recruiters, management team and HR colleagues via telephone, video and face-to-face.

What happens at an assessment centre?

If you’re invited to an assessment centre, your Recruiter will let you know what to expect. Our assessment days will usually involve several exercises for you to demonstrate different skills. Our assessment centres might be face-to-face or online, but rest assured that we’ll provide you with all the information you need in advance.

What to wear for my interview?

At EDF, most people wear smart casual attire. However, interviewees usually dress in business-wear. A good example of this is a clean and ironed shirt with smart trousers/skirt or suit and smart shoes. This is just as important for a video interview as it is when meeting us face-to-face.

What is the dress code?

For site and remote technical roles you'll be provided with a uniform and necessary PPE. Otherwise, our employees are expected to dress appropriately for the environment in which they work.

When will I hear the outcome?

We know you'll be keen to hear the outcome of your interview, and we'll aim to update you as soon as we can after the last interview has taken place.

How do I tell you about any adjustments required in respect of a disability?

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you encounter any accessibility challenges during your online application, please let us know by contacting Resource.Coord@edfenergy.com and one of the recruitment team will be in touch. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities, which means that if you meet the minimum criteria for the opportunity and you share your disability with us, you will automatically progress to the first stage of our selection process.

I have just finished School / College and don't have any work experience - can I still apply to EDF?

Yes, we don’t require you to have any previous work experience for our Early Careers programmes. You can find out more about all of the programmes we offer on our early careers page.

We're aware that a number of employment scams have targeted EDF recently and we take this very seriously. If you receive something that looks suspicious please don’t respond or click on any links or attachments. You can report any suspicious communications to us by emailing fraud@edfenergy.com.

To help you remain vigilant, please note the following:

Our Recruitment Team will only use an official EDF email address to contact you.

EDF will never request financial information or payments during the recruitment process.

You can apply for all EDF job opportunities on our company website.

You should never disclose any personal information (national insurance number, date of birth, bank account details, address) or make payments to an unknown party.

If you live in the UK and believe that you’re a victim of identity fraud please visit: ICO: Identity theft.

How do I apply?

When you find a vacancy that you wish to apply for, click the ‘Apply now’ button. You’ll be offered the choice of applying using your LinkedIn profile or alternatively, you can upload your CV to your application.

You’ll receive an email acknowledging your application and one of our dedicated team will review your application personally.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you encounter any accessibility challenges during your online application, please let us know by contacting: yourfuture@edfenergy.com and one of the recruitment team will be in touch.

Are there any issues applying for roles using an iCloud email address?

We’ve identified some infrequent issues when applicants apply via an iCloud email address. To ensure you receive all communications, we recommend using an alternative email provider to apply for roles where possible.

What’s EDF’s position on using AI in recruitment?

The rise in AI can support multiple elements of the recruitment process. Read our guidance to help you understand our position of AI use in the recruitment process.

I wanted to apply for a position I saw, but it's not listed anymore - can I still apply?

All of our Early Careers roles have a closing date listed. Occasionally, we may close roles early if we reach our application numbers. Please note, we’re not able to accept late applications. You can register your interest on our careers site, so that you get notified of any future roles which may suit your requirements.

How can I check the status of my application?

We always respond to applications as soon as possible, and we will aim to update you on progress within 7 working days, however, you can also monitor progress on your application through your EDF profile on the careers site..

Who can I contact for feedback on my application?

Due to the high number of applications that we receive, we’re unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who are not successful at application or online testing stage. After online testing, you'll receive a personalised feedback report, which will guide you on your areas of strength and areas of development for the future.

Do you accept speculative applications?

Instead of accepting speculative CVs, we advise you to register your details on our careers website and set up alerts for future opportunities which will be relevant to you.

What do you do with my personal details?

At EDF, we respect your privacy and value the trust you put in us when you share your personal details with us. Find more information on what data we collect and why we collect this data from you: EDF privacy and cookie policy.

Who do I contact for queries about Graduate Programmes, Industrial Placements, Apprenticeships or Work Experience opportunities?

Please refer to our Early Careers FAQs or use our chatbot PIP for assistance in the first instance. Early Careers Recruitment Team are only able to answer questions related to Graduate, 12-month Placement and Apprentice queries. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for on our website, please contact us at: YourFuture@edfenergy.com. If you're interested in work experience, we offer virtual work experience, which you can access here: Virtual Work Experience.

I’m a Recruitment Consultant, how can I work with EDF?

We don’t use Recruitment Agencies for Early Careers recruitment. For Experienced Hire recruitment, we operate a preferred supplier list for recruitment agencies and are unable to accept unsolicited or speculative applications from suppliers not on the list. Please contact us to find out more here: AgencyQueries@edfenergy.com.

Who should I contact about EDF attending a careers fair at a school?

You can get in touch with our Outreach Programme team at EDFoutreach@edf-energy.com to discuss further.

As part of our recruitment process, it is essential that you have the right to work in the UK. During your onboarding, we will ask you to complete a right to work check, which may be conducted either virtually or in person, depending on your documentation. We will inform you of the specific process when we begin onboarding.