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    Privately funded and headquartered in London, newcleo was launched in 2021 to be an innovator in the field of nuclear energy. Our mission is to generate safe, clean, economic and practically inexhaustible energy for the world, through a radically innovative combination of existing, accessible technologies.

    With visionary co-founders, newcleo capitalises on thirty years of R&D activity in metal-cooled fast reactors and liquid-lead cooling systems, and our senior management and advisory team can boast hundreds of years in cumulative hands-on experience.

    Want to know more about our pioneering Gen IV nuclear technology? Read more about what we do here.

    The role

    This is a great opportunity to be able to work in a fast-paced, delivery-focused, and friendly team. There will be placements across the different areas of Information Technology (IT), including:

    • Architecture
    • Programmes
    • Applications
    • Infrastructure

    You will finish our programme with a well-rounded understanding of how IT contributes to the business and how the different elements of IT come together as a function.

    Throughout the programme, we will support you with training and support to ensure you develop on each placement. There will also be the opportunity to explore opportunities within wider newcleo business areas and supply chain partners.

    What you’ll be doing

    You will spend 18 to 24 months developing yourself within our community of energy innovators supporting our exciting projects. You will be joining newcleo at an exciting time for our team as well as the wider nuclear industry, with a real collaborative, vibrant and fast-paced environment.

    This will include the opportunity to experience placements across our diverse, interesting projects in the UK, Italy, and France, working on our innovative Generation IV lead-cooled fast reactor technology and mixed oxide fuel manufacturing capability.

    Our graduate programme is designed to provide graduates with an opportunity to gain practical experience and develop their skills in a supportive and dynamic environment. The programme is focused on providing participants with exposure to a range of departments and responsibilities, with a view to preparing them for future leadership roles within the organisation.

    As a participant in the programme, you will work closely with senior professionals to contribute to newcleo’s mission. Through our projects, you may be involved in the research, analysis, design, management, strategic planning, and implementation of various projects. You will have the opportunity to work with different teams to gain a broad understanding of our operations, culture, and values. You will work towards professional institute registration; mentored and supported by our experienced professionals.

    Successful candidates will have a strong academic background in relevant fields such as science, engineering, finance, or technology. They should possess excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.

    This programme offers a unique opportunity for graduates to gain valuable experience in an exciting organisation. This is a chance for you to develop your skills and knowledge in a supportive environment, with the goal of building a long-term career within the organisation.

    What you will need

    2:1 degree in an Information Technology related subject preferred, although others will be considered. In addition, we are looking for individuals with the following characteristics:

    • A technical background, with a passion for the newcleo mission.
    • Ability to adapt to a collaborative start-up environment, including internationally.
    • Embracing equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything you do.
    • A questioning and curious attitude, with ability to take on challenging technical problems.
    • Flexibility to explore placement opportunities and manage own personal development.

    Location: Central London, Manchester or Gloucester with travel opportunities in the UK and overseas.

    Benefits

    • Location related allowance if based in London.
    • Structured salary increases during graduate programme.
    • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
    • Flexible working opportunities.
    • Potential opportunities for placements in our Turin or Lyon offices.
    • Support to your development (e.g., training and professional memberships).
    • Private medical insurance.
    • Access to employee benefit programme (e.g., cycle to work).

    Selection process

    Initial application with CV, cover letter and screening questions (closes March 2024) followed by selection interview (Spring 2024) and assessment (Summer 2024).