Frequently asked Questions about applying at RWE

Please only use our online application platform for your application, which you can access from every job advertisement by clicking on the "Apply now" button. 

Your application should contain at least the following:

• Cover letter/motivation letter
• CV
• certificates, (study) certificates, recent references

Please feel free to submit additional references and certificates of qualifications that might give us a better idea of your suitability for the job in question. 

If you like, you can submit a photo of yourself. Please bear in mind that your photo gives a personal impression of you and should therefore be taken by a professional photographer.

If further documents are required, you will also find this information in the job advertisement.

You can upload files in .doc, .txt, .ppt, .pdf, .tif, .gif, .bmp, .jpg and .html formats.

We prefer PDFs. We regret that file formats not listed here, including .zip files, cannot be processed. The attachments must not exceed a total size of 5 MB.

We naturally want to complete a recruitment process as quickly as possible. However, the process depends on various factors, including the position, the availability of you and the contact persons, etc., so unfortunately we can't give you any exact information here. However, you can always contact the person mentioned in the advertisement to find out more.

The respective application process depends on the position and the hiring company. If the process is not already outlined in the job posting, you will in any case learn the next steps when we get to know each other. Do not hesitate to get in touch with the named contact person. Generally, your application process can include the following:

• Online application
• Meetings with the manager of the department and / or HR but also possibly with the team (virtual, by phone or in person)
• Job interview(s)
• Assessment center
• Case Study
• (Online) questionnaire

• Online application
• Online test
• (Time-shifted video interview)
• Assessment Centre
• Job interview

We recommend that you take a look at the detailed information on the respective pages of our graduate programmes.

In all of our application processes, it is important to us to get to know you as a person and find out together with you whether we are a good match.

The respective work location is always stated in the advertisement. For some positions, you can choose where you want to work. This is especially the case for positions where the teams work at different (often international) locations. 

For most of our roles, we will conduct a telephone interview. It is a great way for us to get to know each other and for us both to decide whether we are a good match. 

The interview is normally the last stage of the process. In the interview, you can showcase your skills and let us know why you think you are the best person for the role. We will discuss more than just what is on the job specification. We will discuss your potential team and tasks so you can really see if the role is right for you. And of course, if you have any questions, we look forward to answering them!

Sure!

We can say that quite clearly. RWE is one of the so-called "systemically important companies". We make sure that the energy supply in Germany and other countries is secure. Because we all need electricity - children and adults alike, small and large companies. Where there is electricity, there is light, heat and communication, there is production, medical care and mobility. Electricity is life.

We think it's important to ensure that we all stay healthy and fit. Because that's the only way we can also work together successfully towards a better future. That's why we rely on a strong company health management system that goes far beyond the norm. You have the opportunity to participate in numerous sports and seminar programmes. A great opportunity to have fun, do something for your health and get to know your colleagues better at the same time. Our company medical service provides comprehensive advice and care, both preventively and in the event of illness, and also offers an annual flu vaccination and various advisory services. We always refill your energy tanks - so that we can start together into a sustainable and healthier future.

For example on our RWE campus in Essen (Germany), the Health Center offers sports courses (such as yoga, functional training, personal training), prevention courses (such as back training) and equipment training. In the area there are company sports groups and a discounted membership several gyms. We have many sport-enthusiastic colleagues who like to spend their break on a run or bike tour together. Showers are of course available on campus. For all other locations, the contact persons will be happy to answer your questions.

At any time, you have the option of tracking your application's status your candidate profile. 

Alternatively, please always feel free to get in touch with the contact person.

This is something we are very open to - how much mobile / hybrid work is possible of course, depends on the respective position and has to be agreed individually with the contact person.

We'll discuss salary and remuneration during the process of getting to know each other. And your benefits with us? You can find an overview here.

Unfortunately, it is not possible to submit an unsolicited application at RWE, as our recruiting is a decentralised responsibility of the individual RWE operational companies. There is no central office within the Group that can check unsolicited applications and forward them to relevant departments - and also guarantee you a good application process. We hope you will nevertheless find what you are looking for in our job board. Thank you for your understanding.

If you want to help us achieve our goal of "Our energy for a sustainable life," you've come to the right place. Diversity makes us stronger and you'll see many of our positions are open to students of all backgrounds.

We look forward to receiving your application if you have completed your 3rd semester (bachelor's degree), are in the gap year between bachelor's and master's degree, or are already a master's student. 

All other requirements can be found in the respective job posting in our job board.

An internship at RWE usually lasts 3-6 months. Longer internships are possible, e.g. during a gap year. 

The remuneration of an internship depends on the type of internship, i.e. whether you want to do a voluntary or compulsory internship and whether it is an internship as part of your bachelor's or master's degree. The contact persons named in the job advertisements will be happy to provide you with individual information.

You should ideally have completed your 3rd semester (Bachelor), be in the gap year between Bachelor and Master or already be in the Master program.

All other requirements can be found in the respective job posting in our job board.

Of course we adhere to the applicable minimum wage, however in the end the remuneration depends on your previous experience and whether you are studying in your bachelor's or master's degree. The contact persons named in the job advertisements will be happy to provide you with individual information.

Occasionally, topics for bachelor's or master's theses are also advertised on our job board. Much more often, however, our interns or working students write their work with and for us. We therefore recommend that you first apply for an internship or a job as a working student and - if you like - discuss the topic directly in the interview.

You can apply either for one of our graduate programmes or for a direct entry position. Find out more in advance on our pages for graduates.

You can find all open entry-level positions for graduates here in our job board. Use the filter to find the right job for you. If you did not find a matching career opportunity yet, please activate the job alert in order not to miss any new job ad relevant for you.

The application process depends on the respective graduate programme. Please refer to the detail pages for more information.

You can apply for direct entry at any time. As long as the position is advertised, the application process is not yet completed.

The application deadline for our graduate programmes also depends on the respective programme. However, we recommend that you submit your application as early as possible. Due to the high popularity of our programmes, we may have to close the application period earlier.

Some direct entry positions also have a deadline. You can find this in the respective advertisement on our job board.

The respective work location is always stated in the advertisement. For some positions, you can choose where you want to work. This is especially the case for positions where the teams work at different (often international) locations.

For our graduate programmes, a base location is agreed for contractual purposes. Depending on the programme, the location may vary. Take a look at the job advertisement to find out more.

The recruitment tests used may differ. You are welcome to find out more on the programme details pages or ask the respective contact person.

Assessment centres (AC) can also vary depending on the role you are applying for. Components may be:

• Interview
• Working through one or more case studies 
• Role play
• Group exercise
• Test 

An AC is always a good opportunity to get to know RWE as a company and to get to know managers and colleagues. So take advantage of this opportunity and prepare questions for the colleagues who will be accompanying you.