Project Management Summer Placement Programme
£26.24k per annumFull-time
Start Date: Commencing June 2027
Base Location: Aberdeen, Inverness, Lewis, Netherton/Peterhead, Orkney/Shetland/Western Isles or Wick
Salary: £26,239 per annum + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family
Working Pattern: Full Time | Flexible First options available
Turn Theory into Practice
Whether your interests lie in project delivery, infrastructure, construction, asset management or stakeholder engagement, you'll develop the knowledge, skills and experience needed to build a successful career managing projects across SSE.
What is the role?
At SSE, project management plays a vital role in delivering major infrastructure investments, capital projects and operational improvements across our business helping deliver large-scale transmission projects, our project teams work with a wide range of stakeholders to turn ambitious plans into successful outcomes.
Our Project Management Summer Placement Programme is designed for individuals who want to develop professional project management expertise while making a real impact from day one.
What we're looking for
You'll be in at least second year of your undergraduate degree. If studying a Master's you should be in your penultimate year and intending to return to university following the completion of your placement. The disciplines are: - Project Management, Construction Management, Civil, Business & Project Management, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering,
You'll likely be someone who:
- Enjoys planning, organising and coordinating activities to deliver successful outcomes.
- Has a genuine interest in project delivery, infrastructure, construction, asset management or business improvement.
- Is curious, adaptable and motivated to learn, develop new skills and take on new challenges.
- Works well with others, building positive relationships and bringing different perspectives together to achieve shared goals.
- Takes ownership, uses initiative and wants to make a meaningful contribution from day one.
About SSE
We're helping shape the future of electricity.
A role with SSE is an opportunity to build a rewarding career and help deliver the clean power and electricity infrastructure needed across the UK and Ireland.
We're investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030, including major renewable power projects and the networks needed to connect them. From powering homes and businesses to supporting the electrification of transport, our projects are helping shape the future electricity system
We're accredited by the Living Wage Foundation and hold the Fair Tax Mark. We offer diverse career opportunities across the UK and Ireland, agile working and excellent benefits.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on gym memberships, discounted retail vouchers, high street shops, private healthcare, Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact View email address on energyjobsearch.com to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
All applications should be submitted online. The closing date for applications is Sunday 1 November 2026 .
We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
SSE welcomes applications from all nationalities. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment. #GRAD27
Base Location: Aberdeen, Inverness, Lewis, Netherton/Peterhead, Orkney/Shetland/Western Isles or Wick
Salary: £26,239 per annum + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family
Working Pattern: Full Time | Flexible First options available
Turn Theory into Practice
Whether your interests lie in project delivery, infrastructure, construction, asset management or stakeholder engagement, you'll develop the knowledge, skills and experience needed to build a successful career managing projects across SSE.
What is the role?
At SSE, project management plays a vital role in delivering major infrastructure investments, capital projects and operational improvements across our business helping deliver large-scale transmission projects, our project teams work with a wide range of stakeholders to turn ambitious plans into successful outcomes.
Our Project Management Summer Placement Programme is designed for individuals who want to develop professional project management expertise while making a real impact from day one.
What we're looking for
You'll be in at least second year of your undergraduate degree. If studying a Master's you should be in your penultimate year and intending to return to university following the completion of your placement. The disciplines are: - Project Management, Construction Management, Civil, Business & Project Management, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering,
You'll likely be someone who:
- Enjoys planning, organising and coordinating activities to deliver successful outcomes.
- Has a genuine interest in project delivery, infrastructure, construction, asset management or business improvement.
- Is curious, adaptable and motivated to learn, develop new skills and take on new challenges.
- Works well with others, building positive relationships and bringing different perspectives together to achieve shared goals.
- Takes ownership, uses initiative and wants to make a meaningful contribution from day one.
About SSE
We're helping shape the future of electricity.
A role with SSE is an opportunity to build a rewarding career and help deliver the clean power and electricity infrastructure needed across the UK and Ireland.
We're investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030, including major renewable power projects and the networks needed to connect them. From powering homes and businesses to supporting the electrification of transport, our projects are helping shape the future electricity system
We're accredited by the Living Wage Foundation and hold the Fair Tax Mark. We offer diverse career opportunities across the UK and Ireland, agile working and excellent benefits.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on gym memberships, discounted retail vouchers, high street shops, private healthcare, Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact View email address on energyjobsearch.com to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
All applications should be submitted online. The closing date for applications is Sunday 1 November 2026 .
We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
SSE welcomes applications from all nationalities. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment. #GRAD27
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