Register Your Interest - Centrica UK Summer Internship Programme 2026

Register Your Interest - Centrica UK Summer Internship Programme 2026

Internship Overview

Our 9-week summer internship programme, running from June to August 2026, is designed for students in their penultimate year of university. Interns work on impactful projects, receive mentorship, and may earn a fast-track to our graduate programmes.

Available Internship Opportunities

Centrica offers summer internships across various UK locations, including Windsor, Leicester, and potentially Denmark for select roles. Key opportunities for 2026 include:

• Process Engineering Summer Internship: Support process optimisation in energy production and storage. Register here.
• Mechanical Engineering Summer Internship: Work on mechanical systems for energy infrastructure. Register here.
• Commercial Analyst Summer Internship: Drive commercial insights across business units like British Gas. Register here.
• People Team Summer Internship: Support HR functions like employee relations and recruitment. Register here.
• DTS Software Engineering Summer Internship: Develop software solutions for digital transformation. Register here.
• Finance Summer Internship: Contribute to financial analysis and decision support. Register here.
• Marketing Summer Internship: Create campaigns to enhance customer engagement. Register here.
• Procurement Team Summer Internship: Support sustainable supply chain strategies. Register here.
• Business Management Summer Internship: Gain exposure to strategic operations across Centrica’s brands. Register here.
• Control & Instrumentation Engineering Summer Internship: Work on control systems for energy operations. Register here.
• Electrical Engineering Summer Internship: Support electrical systems in energy infrastructure. Register here.

Key Features

• Duration: 9 weeks (June to August 2026).
• Locations: Windsor, Leicester, and potentially Denmark for select roles.
• Compensation: Competitive stipend, plus benefits including company shares, pension, healthcare, energy discounts, retail vouchers, gym passes, and an electric car scheme.
• Mentorship: Guidance from buddies, mentors, and experienced line managers.
• Career Development: Access to training, networking with graduate networks, and potential fast-track to graduate programmes.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a diverse workplace with employee networks (e.g., Gender, Pride) and a commitment to closing diversity gaps in technology and energy sectors.

Eligibility

• Penultimate-year undergraduate student.
• On track for a 2:1 degree (2:2 if combined with a Master’s) in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Business, IT, Marketing, HR).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) for some roles.
• Right to work in the UK by June 2026.
• Passion for innovation and sustainability in the energy sector.

Application Process

1. Register Your Interest: Submit your details via the Higherin website to receive updates on application openings (expected October 2025).
2. Online Application: Submit a CV and answer role-specific questions via Centrica’s careers portal or Higherin.
3. Assessments: Complete online tests (e.g., numerical, verbal, or situational judgment).
4. Interviews: Participate in video or in-person interviews, potentially including an assessment centre.
5. Offer: Successful candidates receive offers and onboarding details.

Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early registration is advised. Reasonable adjustments are available for accessibility needs.

Why Choose Centrica?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Contribute to a greener, fairer future through projects aligned with net-zero goals.
• Diverse Opportunities: Work across brands like British Gas, Hive, and Centrica Energy in varied roles.
• Supportive Environment: Benefit from mentorship, flexible working, and a collaborative culture.
• Career Progression: Over 50% of recruitment is internal, with many interns securing graduate roles.
• Inclusive Workplace: Join a diverse team with networks supporting parenthood, pride, and more, fostering allyship and belonging.

How to Register

Register your interest on the Higherin website to stay updated on 2026 internship openings and recruitment events. For more details, visit Centrica Careers. For accessibility or application queries, contact the recruitment team via the Centrica careers portal.

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