We are creating a future free of fossil fuels.

Join us as a graduate.

About the graduate programme

Our two year in-house graduate programme offers successful candidates the opportunity to work at the heart of the Irish renewables industry, supporting the delivery of crucial policy measures and offering exposure to different aspects of our business, particularly in the areas of policy and digital communications.

Graduates will gain a full understanding of the functioning of our organisation by contributing to our other key business functions across Membership, Events, Administration, Communications, and support to our leadership.

Exposure

Throughout the Programme, you will be provided with several responsibilities and a range of activities to ensure your knowledge of the wind energy industry, alongside your relevant technical skills and expertise, are developed. You will also be paired with an experienced mentor to support your learning and development throughout the Programme.

Training

As part of the programme, you will also have the opportunity to join WEI’s industry Graduate & Early Career Training Programme where you'll network with your peers and gain access to industry experts from across the different sectors.

Work Environment

Wind Energy Ireland prides itself on being a good employer, creating a people focused company, developing teams, enhancing roles, and supporting its people.  

We are committed to a positive progressive culture that facilitates a great work environment.

Check out our current sustainability strategy for more about how we take care of the planet.

Non-Salary Benefits

  • 23 annual leave days and 4 company days.
  • VHI healthcare scheme
  • Pension scheme with employer contributions
  • Hybrid & flexible working
  • Supportive maternity & paternity schemes
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Competitive sick pay
  • Home office equipment
  • Paid mileage at civil service rates

Hear from our recent graduates

"While I had some prior experience and relevant education, I was new to the renewable energy sector when I joined Wind Energy Ireland. As part of the graduate programme, I received tremendous training and development opportunities which has quickly brought me up to speed on the renewable energy policy landscape in Ireland. At an early stage in my career, it has been a fantastic experience working alongside senior managers from wide variety of companies helping to solve some of the biggest challenges facing the energy transition – and I can happily say I have recently been promoted to a permanent Policy Analyst working on both European and domestic grid and markets policy."

- John Bourke, Policy Analyst & Recent Graduate

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Wind Energy Ireland

Members
200
Members
Staff
36
Staff
Our vision is to lead Ireland to a zero-carbon electricity system
This is the renewable energy future we believe in
We have a responsibility to get involved
We will develop our projects sustainably and with sensitivity
We’re committed to building an inclusive and diverse organisation culture

See our current graduate vacancies:

Graduate Digital Specialist

Choose between two key business areas

Based on your background, experiences and ambitions you can choose to apply for either our Policy or Digital roles. 

Policy
Policy

Join our Policy & Research team & help shape the future of the wind energy industry.

 

Digital
Digital

Join our External Affairs team and help expand our digital marketing & communications.