Application deadline:
Applications are welcome throughout
the year. However, due to security
clearance processes we would
recommend applying at least four
months in advance.
Starting salary:
From c.£21,500 starting salary, 28 days'
holiday in addition to statutory bank
holidays, final salary pension scheme
and graduate-focused package
No. of graduate positions:
50+
First year usually based location:
Nr Reading, Berkshire.
Head office location:
Nr Reading, Berkshire.
Disciplines accepted:
Engineering, Science & Business
(please see our website
for full list of disciplines). 2.2 or above,
HND, MSc or PhD.
How to apply:
You can either apply online at
or alternatively call the
recruitment team on 0118 982 9009 for
an application form.
The Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE)
has been central to the UK's defence for
almost 60 years, providing and maintaining
the warheads for the country's nuclear
deterrent.
Introduction
We are the nation's largest high-tech research,
development and production facility
and cover the whole lifecycle of nuclear
warheads - from initial concept and design,
through component manufacture and assembly,
to in-service support, decommissioning
and disposal.
The opportunity
Our graduate programme will expose you to
some of the most advanced technology around
and will give you the chance to work alongside
some of the most respected scientists,
engineers and business professionals in the
country. What's more, with direct exposure
to world-leading research projects, you'll
have the chance to work collaboratively with
scientific and engineering communities on an
international level.
Your development
There's no fixed path as such. You'll work
with your line manager and mentor to create
an individual development plan that can adapt
to your changing needs as you progress. Your
mentor's knowledge of the company and your
discipline will help you to apply yourself
effectively within the company and obtain
professional qualifications. We also provide
financial support and study leave - and the
programme is accredited by the IChemE,
RSC, IoP, IoM3, IMechE and IET.
Salary and benefits
Our benefits package includes a competitive
starting salary from c.£21,500, which will
be regularly reviewed along with your
performance and development. On top of
this, you will be eligible to join AWE's final
salary pension scheme from day one. We
also offer 28 days' holiday in addition to
statutory bank holidays, flexible working, a
graduate-focused package to help you settle
in and payment of up to two professional
memberships per year.
Our requirements
We're interested in people who have or
expect a good degree, HND, MSc or PhD.
If you have strong technical skills and the
confidence to work as part of a team, we can
offer you all the support you need to become
a leading professional in your chosen field.
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