Trainee Program – Rotational Program

Job Description

Energy4Talent Trainee 2027 – US Corp & Renewables | The AES Corporation

The Tone:
This is a full-time trainee program at The AES Corporation, with roles available in Arlington, VA and Louisville, CO. AES is the largest US-based global power company, employing 8,300 individuals across 12 countries and actively shaping the future of global energy. The company holds the #1 ranking by BloombergNEF for renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, demonstrating its commitment to powering millions of people worldwide. This Energy4Talent Trainee role offers new graduates the opportunity to directly contribute to a more sustainable future through safer and cleaner energy. Trainees with innovative mindsets are sought, capable of influencing strategic decisions and demonstrating the potential to become future leaders within an organization recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for 13 consecutive years and a seven-time winner of the Edison Awards for leadership in advancing the electric power industry. AES invests significantly in the accelerated development of its trainees, ensuring a broad understanding of the business and fostering a strong workplace culture.

The TL;DR
• Role: Trainee Program
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person – Arlington, VA; Louisville, CO
• Pay: $81000 yearly
• Mission: Contribute to a more sustainable future through safer and cleaner energy by influencing strategic decisions and driving organizational impact.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Contribute: Directly contribute to a more sustainable future by working on initiatives focused on safer and cleaner energy, aligning with AES’s dedication to powering a sustainable future.
• Lead: Lead high-impact projects, leveraging an innovative mindset to influence strategic decisions and actively transform the future of energy.
• Develop: Participate in a structured 2-year accelerated development program, featuring rotations every six months across different areas within the organization.
• Network: Gain global exposure through interactions with senior leaders across the company and explore potential opportunities to be part of cross-functional projects throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia.
• Mentor: Benefit from an internal mentoring program specifically designed to support professional development and career growth, alongside local and global training opportunities for technical and behavioral competencies.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree program, Entry-Level. This program targets individuals who are early in their careers, specifically those graduating between May 2024 and December 2026.
• Experience: No prior professional experience is strictly required, but applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree program within the specified timeframe (May 2024 to December 2026, inclusive).
• Skills: Proficiency in English at an advanced or fluent level is essential for effective communication in local and global contexts.