Traineeship Design - #47310

For October 2026, TenneT is looking for trainees for various areas within TenneT: Operate, Onshore, Offshore, Design, and Digital & Technology Transformation. You can apply for one position only. This role is within the Design Division.

As an International Trainee in TenneT’s Design Division, you will help shape the energy system of the future. The Design division defines TenneT’s corporate strategy and translates it into an integrated, future-proof vision for our electricity system: onshore and offshore. Next to that we facilitate the functioning of electricity markets. Working closely with our customers and stakeholders, we explore future scenarios, anticipate developments, and create the framework that enables the energy transition. In doing so, we ensure that the system we design today will meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Your contribution to TenneT

Our 18-month International Traineeship Programme is the ideal way to start your career in the energy sector. You will prepare for a future role in our Design division, contributing to long-term system planning, market design, and innovation – all crucial for realising TenneT’s strategic goals. And you will also have the opportunity to explore other areas of TenneT to broaden your understanding of how the entire electricity system works together.

• A Tailored Journey – Three rotations, primarily in our Design Division, plus the opportunity to look beyond and gain insights into other areas of TenneT.
• Impact from Day One – Work on projects that strengthen the grid and accelerate the energy transition.
• International Exposure – Collaborate across borders and see how onshore and offshore developments fit into the bigger picture.
• Learning Community – Join a network of trainees, experts and alumni, with training modules and internal consulting projects to boost your development.
• Shape the Future of Energy – You’ll join the organization that keeps the electricity system balanced 24/7, steers innovation in energy markets, and prepares our grid for more solar, more wind – and more complexity.
  
  

You can read more about our traineeship at: International trainees and traineeships in technology, IT - Werken bij TenneT

As a trainee for our Design Division , you will contribute to projects such as:

• Developing scenario’s for the Dutch energy system of 2045;
• Developing an approach to deal with grid losses between offshore hubs;
• Analysing the financial performance of transmission rights on international offshore cables;
• Innovating the way we use our grid by contributing to the development of new products for our customers;
• Exploring how the use of AI can improve grid stability and market transparency.
  
  

Your profile and background

We’re looking for graduates who want to contribute to shaping the future electricity system by combining strong analytical foundations with strategic and innovative thinking.

• Education – A Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, (Applied) Physics or (Applied) Mathematics, Industrial Engineering & Management or Technology-driven Innovation Programmes
• Analytical & Systems Thinking – You enjoy working with complex systems and quantitative analysis, such as modelling, scenario analysis, or data-driven exploration.
• Strategic & Innovative Mindset – You bring creativity, the ability to shape new ideas, exploring alternatives and make change happen.
• Energy Curiosity – You are fascinated by the challenges and opportunities for sustainable technology and have an innovative mindset.
• Language – Proficiency in English is required, learning Dutch is not mandatory at entry, but learning Dutch will be part of your development during the traineeship.
• Flexibility – Open to travel and working at different TenneT locations.
• Residence – Because you’ll be working in the office 2-3 days per week, you need live in the Netherlands during the traineeship. You’ll also join us in person for the recruitment day for the selection process.
• Experience – Internships or relevant work experience are a plus.
  
  

Our recruiting process

In our online-application-form you can apply within only some minutes as long as this job is posted. Afterwards we screen your application and get back to you as soon as possible. Our selection process consists of one interview only.

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Our offer

We are family friendly and flexible

A 40-hour week with flexible working hours without fixed times and home office options allow you to organize your work individually. Our external partners also provide you with support services for various phases of life - for example, in matters relating to household services or care and career.

Health - your basis

Because we think it is important that you are healthy and feel good, we offer all kinds of great extras: we provide various opportunities to work out via our Always Energy program which offers a wide range of opportunities to indulge in sports (organised training for different sports, competitions and events). And you will receive a sports allowance if you are a member of a sports club.

Modern working environment

• Modern IT-tools
• Ergonomic workstations
• Very well equipped conference rooms and communication solutions that enable cross-location and cross-border collaboration
  
  

Attractive Remuneration And Social Benefits

We offer great benefits such as a salary based on our Collective Labor Agreement, an annual bonus and excellent pension scheme.

Personal development

Personal growth is something we actively stimulate within TenneT. For example we have our own TenneT Talent Academy where you can explore and develop your own set of skills. More than that: you have the opportunity to work in an innovative company with an international network, to use your personal strengths and to shape the future together with us.

This will be our challenge

Design translates TenneT’s strategy into a future-proof vision of the energy system. Colleagues within this division have a front-row view of today’s energy system and especially of tomorrow’s. Design provides direction for system choices, designs the foundation of the energy system of the future, and creates room for faster implementation. In close alignment with our customers and public stakeholders, Design determines what is needed in the long term to ensure security of supply and system integrity.

Additional Information

As mentioned before we are looking for trainees for various areas within TenneT: Operate, Onshore, Offshore, Design, and Digital & Technology Transformation. You can apply for one position only . The application period closes on May 17.

Click ‘apply’ to upload your CV and motivation letter, answering the following four questions in the vacancy (a maximum of 100 words per question):

• Why do you specifically want to work at TenneT, given that there are so many other companies active in the energy sector?
• Based on your knowledge and expertise, what do you consider the most urgent need for the energy transition right now?
• Which personal qualities and strengths do you bring to make an impact at TenneT?
• Which experience or event has most shaped your motivation to contribute to the energy transition?
• First round: Pre-selection based on CV and motivation letter; selected candidates submit a video application before May 25 .
• Second round: Invitations for interview days sent by May 29.
• Interview days take place on June 16 or 17 2026 , depending on your field; Interview day includes a job interview, a pitch, and a group case .
• Before the 19th of June: Communication of the final selection.
• 1st of October'26 : The start of your traineeship!