We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for our paid placements with Scottish Power for 2026/27!
Please share this with your S5/S6/Year 13 students who might be seeking/benefit from a paid 12 month placement in industry after they finish school.
Scottish Power is a long-term partner with EDT, offering exciting placement work, which might also lead to potentially post-placement opportunities, such as apprenticeships, paid vacation work during a degree or graduate scheme opportunities!
What does Scottish Power do?
Scottish Power transmit, distribute and connect electricity to and from millions of homes and businesses over their network and is one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and are a world leader in wind energy. Scottish Power Renewables are building new solar, wind, battery and green hydrogen infrastructure – ready for the increasing demand for more green, secure and affordable energy to help deliver a better future, quicker.
What types of placement work do Scottish Power offer?
There are 5 main areas of work, such as;
- Business & Corporate
- Marketing & Communications
- Cyber/IT & Data
- Engineering & Technical
- Finance
For further details on placements, visit our website’s vacancy page here
To apply for these roles (or other non-Scottish Power roles), complete an online application form on our website here* (*scroll down for the Apply Now button).
Where are Scottish Power sites based in the UK?
Glasgow, Cumbernauld and Northwest England.
Am I eligible?
Students need to;
- Be in S5/S6 or Year 13 when they apply to the scheme.
- Have the Right to Work in the UK.
- Be available for a paid 12-month, full time, placement – starting 7th September 2026.
Why do students complete an EDT Placement?
There can be a variety of reasons why students decide to apply for a placement, here are the main ones;
- To gain hands-on relevant skills & experience in a subject or industry they’re considering for the future.
- To help decide on future career paths (apprenticeship or university degree course).
- To gain everyday experience and confidence within a work environment.
- To learn in a new way, outside of the classroom.
- To develop potential links with an employer for future opportunities.
What are the benefits to the EDT Placements scheme?
Each student receives;
- CV & Interview support.
- Mentor support throughout their placement, if placed.
- An opportunity to join free Skills Webinars, called the Masterclasses (with topics such as, project management and time management), if placed.
- An opportunity to gain an Industrial Cadets Platinum or Platinum Leader Award, if placed.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our friendly team at EDTPlacements@etrust.org.uk
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