Octopus Energy Equality Internship 2025 - Asset Management (Wind & Solar)
London (GB)
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Location: London
Duration: Full time, 7th July – 29th August
Salary: £28,000
Application deadline: 14th April 2025
Addressing Black Representation in the Energy Industry
At Octopus Energy, our mission is to drive the global renewable revolution and make green energy affordable for all. In order to succeed, we need to build a team that represents everyone in our society. Unfortunately, Black professionals make up < 2% of the energy workforce which is a significant under representation compared to the ethnic composition of the UK.To help address this, we have created an internship programme that is only open to candidates who identify with any Black, Black British, African or Caribbean background. We are committed to promoting equality, and this internship is an important step in our effort to foster greater diversity and inclusiveness in our business and industry.
This is our fifth year running the internship programme. You can hear from our past interns and learn about our previous internships from our blog.
Who we are
We are an international energy supply company who put customers at the heart of everything we do. We empower our people to give outrageously good customer service, and fight to make energy fairer, more affordable, and more accessible for all. We are striving to halt the climate emergency by unlocking a smart, 100% green grid. We are using technology to transform the energy system; making electricity green and affordable, creating one-of-a-kind energy innovations.
Our work is powered by freedom, autonomy, and responsibility. We’ve been recognised as one of the best companies to work for in 2024 and are now the UK's largest and most awarded energy supplier, with a 24% market share! Our Group CEO, Greg, has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people - give it a listen to find out more about Octopus Energy!
Join Octopus Energy Generation’s Asset Management Team and Help Shape the Future of Renewable Energy
The Octopus Energy Generation Asset Management Team
Working in the asset management team, you will gain hands-on experience in managing operational wind and solar energy assets across multiple countries. Working closely with the Technical and Commercial Asset Management teams, you will learn how we monitor renewable energy performance, optimise operations, and ensure long-term financial and technical success.
This is an opportunity to develop technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills while working in a fast-paced environment alongside experienced asset managers. You’ll gain insights into the real-world operation of large-scale renewable energy projects, making a tangible impact on the clean energy transition.
What You'll Do
- Performance Monitoring & Data Analysis - Analyse data to assess wind and solar performance, identify issues, and support reporting
- Analyse operational data and reports to assess wind turbine and solar farm performance.
- Identify trends, anomalies, and potential performance issues.
- Support the monthly performance reporting process, helping to prepare insights for internal and external stakeholders.
- Technical & Financial Analysis - Track and visualise KPIs, support forecasting, and benchmark performance for wind and solar assets.
- Work with large datasets to track and visualise key performance indicators (KPIs) for both wind and solar assets.
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities, helping assess expected energy production, financial metrics, and key performance assumptions.
- Conduct benchmarking analysis across sites to assess performance against industry standards.
- Incident & Risk Management - Manage incidents, analyse maintenance trends, and support insurance and contract management.
- Assist in tracking and managing operational incidents, including equipment faults, grid constraints, and maintenance events.
- Contribute to the analysis of maintenance and repair trends, helping improve asset reliability and efficiency.
- Learn about insurance claims and contract management related to wind and solar asset operations.
- Research & Market Insights - Research industry trends, emerging technologies, and AI to enhance renewable energy performance and efficiency.
- Conduct research on industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes impacting wind and solar energy.
- Support evaluations of life extension opportunities and technical upgrades.
- Explore advancements in AI, and assess how these new technologies can drive performance of renewable assets or increase operational efficiency.
- Collaboration & Reporting - Collaborate across teams, support decision-making, prepare reports, and enhance asset management processes.
- Work with internal teams (Investment, Finance, Operations, ESG, and Technical Asset Management) to support decision-making.
- Assist in preparing presentations and reports for senior stakeholders.
- Contribute to discussions on how to continuously improve asset management processes.
- What You'll Gain
- You'll get hands-on experience in wind and solar asset performance analysis.
- You'll gain exposure to real-world asset management challenges and decision-making.
- You'll get the opportunity to work with industry experts in renewable energy.
- You'll experience insight into the commercial, operational, and financial aspects of renewable assets.
- You'll get the chance to contribute to the global energy transition while working in one of the fastest-growing sectors in renewables.
What You'll Need
- To be curious and passionate about renewable energy - You don't need a degree in engineering or finance but you should have an interest in energy, data analysis, and problem-solving.
- To be proficient in Microsoft Excel (e.g., data handling, pivot tables, formulas).
- To have strong analytical skills with an ability to interpret numerical data and spot trends.
- To have structured approach to problem-solving and attention to detail.
- To have a willingness to learn technical and commercial aspects of wind and solar operations.
- To have good communication skills – you’ll be explaining findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- To be self-motivated and ability to work independently as well as in a team.
- Experience with Python, SQL, or Power BI for data analysis.
- Understanding of wind turbine and solar PV technologies.
- Knowledge of energy markets, regulations, and grid constraints affecting wind and solar power.
Desired but not Essential Skills
What YOU bring to the internship:
Ask yourself, how do you differ from your peers? How do the skills gained in both your personal and professional life differ from those around you? How can you use these skills and characteristics to influence Octopus Energy during your time on the 2025 Summer Internship?
Above all, we’re looking for someone who thrives on providing alternative opinions, challenging those around them and being challenged. If this sounds like you and you have a genuine passion for what we are doing then we'd love to hear from you!
*** IMPORTANT - HOW TO APPLY ***
Follow the link below to be taken to an application form where you will be prompted to 'Attach Resume/CV'. Please do not upload a CV. Instead, you should upload a cover letter made up of no more than 400 words. We’d like to know:
Why is this experience the right one for you?
How will you personally benefit from this internship?
How have you demonstrated love for customers to date?
What can you contribute to our team?
A little about yourself!
Please also note that we are unable to sponsor visa applications for this role. We will review applications on a rolling basis, however we are not conducting initial calls until w/c 1st of April.
We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations during your interview process or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!
