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Life at EDF

Success is personal

At EDF we know that success is a personal thing; it means different things to different people. That’s why we give you the freedom to create a career that’s unique to you. 

Here you can move horizontally and explore new areas, go deeper into your specialty, or advance through the levels – it’s your journey, powered by us. Yours to develop unparalleled skills, progress on your own terms and make your career everything it deserves to be.

Our EDF culture and values

When we asked our employees what working at EDF means to them, several key messages emerged. Alongside our guiding principle that success is personal, these themes capture the essence of what it means to be part of our community...

Safety is paramount

Your physical, psychological, and emotional safety is the number one priority for us. Zero harm is our goal and that will never change.

Together we crack the complex

Enjoy tackling incredible challenges, developing your skills, and doing impactful work that benefits the lives of millions of people.

Choice and flexibility are...

...wonderful things. Shape your benefits and rewards to suit your individual needs. Receive recognition, access people-friendly policies, and more.

We do right by each other

We support people through all life experiences with compassion, ensuring everyone feels safe, welcome, heard, and celebrated.

Join our talent community

Curious about joining EDF? Can’t see a job to apply for right now? Join our Talent Community to showcase your CV to our resourcing team. 

You’ll also receive email updates featuring EDF news, employee experiences, blogs, job application tips, and career opportunities.

We support our people and our communities

Alzheimer's Society

Our partnership with Alzheimer’s Society will help support ground-breaking research and life-changing dementia services across the UK. 

Force for 
Good

Employees are given two days every year to take part in volunteer in the communities where we work and live.

Mental health support

Our trained Mental Health First Aiders are available across every area of our business to listen and offer support.

Personal development

We offer a wide range of opportunities to support your professional and personal growth and development.

Everyone's welcome

We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. 

We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application, making adjustments as you need. 

Flexible benefits to suit your work-life balance

Life doesn't stand still. That's why we offer a choice of benefits that you can flex to suit your changing needs. 

Where employees can work flexibly, we encourage you to find a solution that works for you, whether that's on site, at home, or remotely.

Partnerships to support your career


STEM Returners Placements

We offer paid placements in our Nuclear business, with flexible working options to support your smooth transition back to work. If you're ready to restart your career or transfer your skills to a new industry, learn more and apply today.

STEM Returners


Destination Nuclear

We've partnered with leading nuclear organisations to promote careers in nuclear and develop the next generation of talent. Explore nuclear opportunities that best suit your transferable skills.

Destination Nuclear

Our Recruitment Team

Meet the team responsible for recruiting people across our Corporate, Commercial and Customers business areas, led by Adelaide.

Meet the team

Hollie's team recruits for our Graduate, Placement and Apprenticeship programmes, as well as high-volume roles, such as Customer Services.

Meet the team

Our Nuclear and Engineering teams are led by Alex (Hinkley Point C, Nuclear Services and EPR Engineering) and Steph (Nuclear Operations).

Meet the team

Looking for a role in EDF Renewables UK & Ireland? Meet the team responsible for recruiting renewable energy roles, led by Susie.

Meet the team
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Meet the team: Hannah McIntyre

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Nuclear & Engineering Careers

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Employee Stories

Publish date

07/02/25

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Hannah began her career in EDF's nuclear family with an industrial placement in Nuclear Operations, and she now leads the chemistry team for pre-ops at Hinkley Point C. Read on to find out how E

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Diverse representation at EDF

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Life at EDF

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Articles

Publish date

29/01/25

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We're committed to fostering equity, diversity and inclusion within our workforce, and we're proud to share our progress.In 2021, we took significant steps by monitoring the diversity of our lea

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Training as an EDF Renewables apprentice: the first six months

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Early Careers

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Employee Stories

Publish date

21/01/25

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We welcomed eight new apprentices onto our Wind Turbine Technician apprenticeship scheme in September. They’ll spend 18 months learning the theoretical side of the role at Tyne Metropolitan College in

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Early Careers: Guide to your Assessment Centre and Interview

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Early Careers

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Articles

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15/01/25

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The final stages of the recruitment process will vary, depending on the programme you've applied for. Here’s what you can expect:  Graduates and Apprentices: You’ll attend an assessment centre, whi

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Early Careers: Guide to your Video Interview

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Early Careers

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Articles

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15/01/25

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The video interview is a great opportunity for us to get to know you better and for you to get a feel for the role you’ve applied for. This is a one-way interview with scenario-based questions desi

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Early Careers: Guide to your Online Assessment

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Early Careers

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Articles

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15/01/25

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Submitted your application? If successful, the next step is the Online Assessment. The Online Assessment is an engaging and interactive way to showcase your unique behaviours while giving us a ch

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Our EDF culture and values

At EDF we understand that everyone has a different definition of success. That’s why we’ve set our clear values to support you on your career path.

Our culture & values

Change is in our power

Together, we crack the complex. We’re proud to be Britain’s biggest generator of zero carbon electricity. And we believe we can do even more.

Our sustainable business report

Equity, diversity and inclusion

At EDF, we do right by each other, fostering an inclusive and supportive culture. Our goal is for every person to thrive – everyone is welcome.

Learn more about E,D & I

Flexible rewards and benefits

Work is just one part of our lives and we’re dedicated to providing a flexible benefits package that enables you to enjoy your time away from work.

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