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E-GUIDE Creating Knowledge and Competences the EU approach

A New Generation of nuclear industry professionals

A Dynamic World for Young Engineers Career Insights from industry leaders

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AtomiCareers INTRODUCTION I am very pleased to introduce the first edition of the AtomiCareers E-guide. As the global nuclear renaissance unfolds, the nuclear industry faces an increasing challenge in recruiting qualified staff. The lack of existing skills is viewed by all industrial players as one of their biggest challenges to succeed in the marketplace and the recent events in Japan show that there can be no compromise on this issue. Facing this challenge as well as the internationalisation of the economy, companies have to build and nurture privileged relationships with the talent of the future beyond their national boundaries: students, graduates and experienced professionals. The aim of this e-guide is to give you an insight of the nuclear industry through testimonials, research and corporate profiles. I hope that you will find the content of this e-guide useful. StĂŠphane Wajskop Managing Director â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Careers International

IN THIS ISSUE

From knowledge creation

to competence building - the EU approach - Page 4

A new generation

of nuclear industry professionals - a special survey - Page 30

A dynamic world for young engineers

Career Insights from an industry leader - Page 42

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Research

Manufacturers

SCK-CEN

Areva

VTT

Rolls-Royce

Westinghouse

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EDF

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EnBW Enel

E.ON

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Altran

From knowledge creation to competence building One of the main goals of the Euratom research and training programmes is to contribute to the sustainability of nuclear energy by generating knowledge and developing competencies with the aim to continuously improve and disseminate the nuclear safety culture (Euratom Treaty).

Drivers and Enablers for Changes in Nuclear Industry and Regulation One of the main goals of the Euratom research and training programmes1 is to contribute to the sustainability of nuclear energy by generating knowledge (research) and developing competencies (training). Euratom training programs, in particular, aim to continuously improve and disseminate the nuclear safety culture, in compliance with the Euratom Treaty (1957). For this purpose, special care is taken of the new structure of nuclear industry and regulation and of the new governance in education and training in the EU, i.e.: • increasingly international and multidisciplinary character of the nuclear sector, as a consequence of the privatisation of the energy market in the EU; trend towards outsourcing of activities; possible shortage of skilled professionals; emphasis on public understanding and acceptance (multicultural approach to risk governance) • long time-scales (from cradle to grave may now exceed 100 years) and technical excellence (public and private research programmes, for example, under the EU flagship initiative “Innovation Union”, 6 October 2010) as well as new approaches for the management of human resources (ever more continuous professional development). Also worth mentioning are the changes in education and training systems (new governance): • impact of the European tools on national developments (ECTS is formally implemented in most EU countries); supporting and steering role by the EC (Open Method of

Coordination for EQF/ECVET), developments in higher VET following the new demography of learners (including the social phenomenon of “Y” generation). As a consequence, one of the new challenges for knowledge creation and competence building in the EU is to integrate the requirements of borderless mobility and lifelong learning, and to produce, wherever appropriate, for example, European Passports (or “EuroPass certificate supplements”) as a result of continuous professional development (CPD), for the benefit of both learners and employers. Specifically, borderless mobility implies free circulation of experts and, consequently, mutual recognition amongst the Member States of the European Union (EU). Lifelong learning in particular requires a new type of qualification for CPD, based on a variety of education and training paths (formal and informal learning). Faced with the challenges of borderless mobility and lifelong learning, it is quite natural in the EU to adopt (as other large industrial sectors such as aeronautics and the automotive sector have already done) the European Credit System for Vocational Education and Training (ECVET) – see Recommendation of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 20092. ECVET’s objective is to promote mutual trust, transparency and recognition of competencies and qualifications in VET across the 27 EU Member States. As far as Euratom is concerned, the Sustainable Nuclear Energy Technology Platform (SNE-TP), comprising all stakeholders involved with nuclear fission and radiation protection (over 75 organizations in

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the EU), is a driving force, in particular, in programmes for nuclear Education and Training as well as Knowledge Management (ETKM group). The emphasis in this lecture is on nuclear competence building under the current 7th Euratom Research and Training Framework Programme (2007 – 2013). For historical reasons, Euratom training activities are typically aimed at research and industry workers having followed higher education, i.e. corresponding to EQF levels 6 to 8 (European Qualifications Framework). Reminder. According to the IAEA definition, competence means the ability to apply knowledge, skills and attitudes so as to perform a job in an effective and efficient manner and to an established standard (S.S.S. No. RS-G-1.4 / 2001). Knowledge is usually created in higher education institutions (e.g., universities – see also the European Higher Education Area / EHEA) and in (private and public) research organizations. Skills and attitudes are usually the result of specific training and on-the-job experience throughout professional life. Euratom training strategy: consensus on common needs, vision and instruments The Euratom training strategy is based on three principles, as a result of discussions with the main stakeholders in all areas (reactor safety and performance, radioactive waste management, radiation protection, medical applications of ionising radiation, etc.): 1 – Analysis of needs of industry and society, in particular with regard to nuclear safety culture. This issue raises questions, such as: How can current CPD schemes be improved vis à vis the new structure of the nuclear industry and regulation, and taking into account the new demography of learners in the EU ? Wherever a “European Passport” is appropriate, what kind of knowledge, skills and attitudes are needed, and what are the established standards? 2 – Convergence toward a common vision that puts the above needs in a EU perspective. This means, for example: improving existing training schemes or designing new ones that fully integrate borderless mobility and lifelong learning in the nuclear sector; developing new job profiles, focussing not only on safety and

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performance, but also on sustainability, economics and proliferation resistance; and discussing the same with human resources departments. 3 – Development of common instruments that respond to the above needs and vision. This necessitates, for example: definition of “learning outcomes” in terms of knowledge, skills and competencies that can be assessed and validated in the EU (ECVET); identification of portfolios of learning outcomes (“European Passports”) that will allow an individual to prove his/her competencies in a coherent manner recognized by all employers; and funding sources. In this context, a number of “Euratom Fission Training Schemes” (EFTS) have been launched in specific areas where a shortage of skilled professionals has been identified. The EFTS is a significant development aimed at structuring training and career development across the EU. Each EFTS is a long-term (usually 3-year) and ambitious (approximately 2 million Euro) training programme relying on active participation by all nuclear stakeholders. To ensure the highest possible quality of nuclear education and training, a non-profit association was formed in September 2003 (under a French Law dating from 1901). This legal entity, located at CEA-INSTN Paris, is composed of 56 members from 17 EU Member States and signed also a series of MoUs outside the EU: it is the European Nuclear Education Network (ENEN3). Euratom training actions : five EFTS (“Euratom Fission Training Schemes”) under the 7th Framework Programme (FP-7 / 2007 – 2013) Currently there are five Euratom FP-7 projects of the EFTS type and more are expected in the upcoming calls-for-proposals. These are examples of Euratom responses to the need for specific competencies in selected fields, using the above ECVET tools. The current five FP-7 projects are listed below and are described in the website4 of the ENEN association: • TRASNUSAFE: health physics sector (e.g. ALARA principle) • ENEN III training schemes: nuclear systems suppliers

• ENETRAP II: nuclear safety authorities (e.g. Radiation Protection Expert) • PETRUS II: radwaste agencies (e.g., repository and engineered systems design) • CINCH: nuclear and radio-chemistry (e.g. chemistry of nuclear fuel cycle). (1) TRASNUSAFE – Nuclear Safety Culture The focus in this EFTS (19 Participants) is on competencies required by the health physics sector (e.g. ALARA principle). This FP-7 project is designing, developing and validating two training schemes on nuclear safety culture, with a common basis. One scheme is related to the nuclear industry and the other to installations making use of ionising radiation. The target public are professionals at managerial level in charge of health physics control in nuclear power plants and of radiotherapy services in hospitals. (2) ENEN III Training schemes - Generation III and IV Engineering Here, the focus is on competencies required by nuclear system suppliers. This EFTS (19 Participants) is organizing four training schemes: - Basic Nuclear Topics for Non-Nuclear Engineers - Design Challenges for Generation III NPP (2 professional profiles) - Construction Challenges for Generation III NPP (2 professional profiles) - Design Challenges for Generation IV Reactors. (3) ENETRAP II - European Network on E&T in Radiological Protection This EFTS (12 participants) focuses on competencies required by Euratom legislation in each Member State (96/29/Euratom Directive on Basic Safety Standards - EC proposal for revision in 2011). The emphasis is on the development of European standards in

synergy with the competent authorities and the setting up of an EU-wide recognised “European radiation protection training scheme” (ERPTS) for initial education and CPD for radiation protection experts (RPEs) and radiation protection officers (RPOs). (4) PETRUS II - Program for Education, Training and Research on Underground Storage The focus here is on competencies required by radwaste agencies (e.g., repository and engineered systems design). In this EFTS (14 participants), the European Passport is called “Science and Technology Passport”. A preliminary survey of the “market” showed that a number of Training Courses exist covering areas referred to in the abovementioned Passport, spread across the EU. To complete the passport, a series of new courses are being organized within the Euratom framework, in European universities and research institutions. (5) CINCH - Cooperation In Education in Nuclear Chemistry The consortium of this EFTS (7 participants) includes academia and “future employers”, representing all the key players. EU experience is being compared with that of Russia. A set of concentrated joint modular courses (including internships) is being organised in different branches of modern nuclear chemistry. Different techniques are being used, such as regular versus virtual classroom training or face-to-face versus distance learning. A long term strategy and a roadmap for nuclear chemistry education at the EU level are to be established. 1 http://ec.europa.eu/research/energy/euratom/index_ en.cfm 2 http://eur-lex.europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do?uri= OJ:C:2009:155:0011:0018:EN:PDF 3 www.enen-assoc.org 4 http://www.enen-assoc.org/en/training/for-nuclearcommunity/efts-fp7.html

Georges VAN GOETHEM, Dr. Ir.

European Commission, DG Research and Innovation Directorate “Energy” - Unit K.4 Fission (Euratom)

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Company Profile: SCK-CEN Building on more than 50 years of experience in nuclear science and technology. Since its foundation in 1952, the Belgian Nuclear Research Centre has been playing a pioneering role with unique achievements and groundbreaking work in the area of nuclear science and technology.

For more information please visit www.sckcen.be

Research towards a sustainable option Our motto ‘Research towards a sustainable option’ summarizes our mission entirely. Global energy issues, safety of nuclear installations and innovative technologies: SCK•CEN does it all with sustainability in mind. In this way we contribute to a viable society, for ourselves and for generations to come. Fundamental and applied research SCK•CEN conducts fundamental and applied research at an advanced scientific level and in an international context. Our core activity is to work on nuclear issues that are important to society today and tomorrow. In this way we help improve the safety and efficiency of nuclear installations, we find solutions for the sustainable disposal of radioactive waste and have developed techniques for the decommissioning of nuclear plants. The protection of mankind and the environment against ionising radiation is another extensive field of research. Career Opportunities What do we offer you? • A challenging and varied job in a unique and informal working environment and atmosphere. • Opportunities for self-development in an international research environment.

Today SCK•CEN, with laboratories in Mol and a registered office in Brussels, is one of the largest research centres in Belgium. More than 600 people work on the development of peaceful industrial and medical applications of ionizing radiation. Our goal: to strive for constant excellence in nuclear expertise and research.

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Possibilities to follow adequate training. Fringe benefits.

Create the technology of the future at the Belgian Nuclear Research Centre SCK•CEN is looking for engineers and scientists to join the MYRRHA team. The Belgian federal government has decided to support the MYRRHA project, an innovative fast spectrum research reactor, conceived as an accelerator driven system (ADS). For the first project phase (until the end of 2014) we are looking for motivated collaborators on a temporary or permanent base. MYRRHA will be an international experimental irradiation facility for the production of radioisotopes and doped silicon for renewable energy applications, the transmutation of radioactive waste and the study of materials for innovative fission reactors and for fusion technology. Young scientific researchers SCK•CEN offers newly graduated scientists and engineers the possibility to undertake their doctoral or post-doctoral research on a subject covered by one of our priority research areas. Our experts also advise those taking vocational and applied post-secondary diplomas on their dissertations.

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Company Profile: VTT

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland is a globally networked multitechnological contract research organization. VTT provides high-end technology solutions and innovation services.

For more information please visit www.vtt.fi

VTT offers access to the cross-disciplinary expertise of 2,900 professionals, unique research infrastructure, and comprehensive partnership networks. Our technological focus areas are applied materials, bio- and chemical processes, energy, ICT, industrial systems, microtechnologies and electronics, services and the built environment, and business research. About 200 persons contribute to nuclear energy R&D. VTT has a central role in the Finnish national research and technology development programmes on nuclear power plant safety , nuclear waste management and fusion technology.

Our aim is to increase competitiveness of our customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; businesses, promote creation of new business, and improve and speed up the productivity of R&D.

VTT co-operates in international nuclear energy networks and has numerous contracts from foreign utility, industrial and regulatory customers. In recent years VTT has extensively contributed to safety analysis of Olkiluoto 3 unit under construction, and to modernisation of the Finnish boiling and pressurized water reactors Olkiluoto 1&2 and Loviisa 1&2, as well as to the implementation of the nuclear waste management programme. More information on the websites: www.vtt.fi www.vtt.fi/safir2010

VTT is the major technical support organisation for the Finnish nuclear safety authority STUK as well as for the power companies Fortum and TVO operating the Finnish nuclear power plants and for the waste management company Posiva. For avoiding conflicts of interest, careful consideration is paid to maintaining independence and impartiality.

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Candidates’ Voices: Henri “The more you know about it, the better it is”. Henri from Estonia is referring to one of his biggest passions – nuclear energy. “It needs to be explained to people clearly”, he insists. “The more people know about it, the less they are scared”. By Méabh McMahon

The 27-year-old engineer currently resides in the town of Espoo. The second largest city in Finland is the home of many high-tech company like the global consulting and engineering firm that focuses on energy, forest industry and infrastructure, Pöyry. Just a few months ago, a representative from the top Finnish company tracked him down and offered him a job as a project engineer. “I always wanted to go abroad”, Henri begins, referring to his delight to have been offered such a great job in that company. “And I have always been fascinated by nuclear”. The thing is though, Estonia has no history of nuclear energy and therefore no university provides academic courses for people like Henri.

Upon completion of this second masters and after drafting a thesis about nuclear safety, Henri took off to the United States. As a participant on an international exchange programme, he spent six months working as an intern at Westinghouse research and technology centre in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. “The company was great and the people were great”, he says. “Both professionally and personally, it was really nice”, emphasizing the word ‘nice’. “I used to go on road-trips on many weekends to discover the region”, Henri continues advising other young people to go on similar exchange programmes if possible. Henri speaks Finnish every day at work. When he was a child, he was glued to Finnish cartoons, something that really helps him integrate now with his colleagues in the nuclear department of Pöyry. His job is diverse, including anything from project budgets to scientific studies. “I am so happy I have this job opportunity right now”.

So, although he had already scooped a Masters in electrical engineering in the Tallinn University of Technology, Henri decided to tackle a second one, this time in nuclear engineering. Stockholm was his city of choice for this brand new education about the atomic world. The physics whiz was actually sponsored by an Estonian energy company to undertake the Masters, so financially, it was feasible. “Thanks to this amazing opportunity, I could really concentrate on my studies”, Henri says referring to the fact that in Estonia, he, like most of the students had to work part-time to pay his way through university.

Henri talks about the small size of the circle of people working in nuclear. “That is why you have to network”, he stresses. “You will constantly run into the same people everywhere – our nuclear bubble is not so big”. “We have to market ourselves in order to get a desirable job”, he insists.

“Nuclear physicist.... what the hell?” That’s how Henri’s friends reacting to him first when he told them he was off to Sweden to study nuclear. But the young high flyer got the last laugh when he found himself at the prestigious KHT, Royal Institute of Technology learning from the best professors in the industry. “Those two years were so great, I had a truly enriching experience”.

The nuclear sector may be small, but it is extremely international. Henri talks about the fantastic travel opportunities available and the opportunities to meeting new people. “This is the thing that stimulates me”, he says. “That’s why I studied abroad, and that’s why I am now working abroad. Although he has no idea where he will be in ten years, he is ecstatic about his atomic future.

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EDF – 552 081 317 RCS PARIS – 75008 Paris – Photos: Geoffroy de Boismenu and EDF Médiathèque/Stéphane Lavoué/TOMA –

EDF IS RECRUITING ENGINEERS FROM TOP GRADUATE SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES

Graduating from college, Simon Retailleau

had ambition. Today, he believes he has a

”Each day brings fresh challenges – on both a human and a technical level. When I’m working on the maintenance programme for our power generating unit in the Saint-Alban-du-Rhône nuclear plant , I’m always aware of the ecological stakes involved and the impact of our projects on the natural environment. Today, I’m 25 years old and leading the energy change is part of my daily life.”

To join Simon, Maintenance Engineer with EDF, and others who are already leading the energy change, please apply on edfrecrute.com

real mission.

Company Profile: EDF

For more information please visit www.edfrecrute.com

EDF activities: Company presentation The EDF Group is a leading player in the energy industry, active in all areas of the electricity value chain, from generation to trading and network management, with expanding operations in the natural gas chain. It has a sound business model, evenly balanced between regulated and deregulated activities. The EDF Group is the leader in the French and British electricity markets and has solid positions in Germany and Italy and numerous other European countries, as well as industrial operations in Asia and the United States. Everywhere it operates, the EDF Group is a model of quality public service for the energy sector. With first-rate human resources, R&D capability and generation expertise in nuclear, fossil-fired and renewable energies, particularly hydro, together with energy eco-efficiency offers, the EDF Group delivers competitive solutions that help ensure sustainable economic development and climate protection. Positions in the Group The recruitment of executives is part of a larger skill renewal project that concerns both our core skills and the acquirement of new ones. We will recruit over 1,000 executives and engineers in 2010, 90% of which will be recent graduates in the following fields: research and development, engineering and design (nuclear, thermal, etc.), production and maintenance

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Key Figures 2010: Creation: 1946 Creation of EDF Public company: 2004 Corporate Headquarters: 22-30 Avenue de Wagram, 75382 Paris cedex 08 Turnover: 66.6 billion euros for the Group, of which 49% outside France. Number of employees: 170,000 in the world, 105,000 of which in France Number of clients: 38 million in the world Location: 26 countries in the world, 12 of which are in Europe (France, UK, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Netherlands, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Poland, Belgium, Spain…) Executive recruitments: 1,350 in 2009 EDF is registered on the French Stock Exchange and therefore a CAC40 industrial company. (nuclear, thermal, etc.), computing and telecommunications, etc. Working at EDF is giving yourself the opportunity to develop an enhancive career path involving cutting-edge technologies, and to quickly take on positions of responsibility. Working at EDF is also having the will to lead the energy change together in order to sustain a controlled and reasonable global energy demand. Recruitment: Recruited profiles Baccalaureate + 5 years’ further education, recent or experienced graduates. Some knowledge of French is necessary. Careers at EDF The company offers excellent career opportunities thanks to its size, the diversity of its trades and by dedicating nearly 7% of its total wage bill to training: 83% of EDF’s employees undertook training courses in 2009. Aware of the technical excellence and the expertise of its employees, we pay particular attention to skill development, the sharing of good practice, geographical mobility, etc. Contact: Recruitment / VIE / Internships / Apprenticeships contact: Find all our available positions on our website www.edfrecrute.com and fill in your application form online.

In the future of the nuclear industry The senior nuclear advisor to the EDF CEO talks about his professional career and offers some crucial advice to young graduates. By Méabh McMahon

EDF is presently building a new European Pressurized water Reactor (EPR) at Flamanville in France, and also two EPRs at Taishan in China in partnership with the Guangdong Chinese Utility. In the UK, its British subsidiary EDF Energy is planning to build and manage four EPRs in the next few years. Both EDF and EDF Energy, the UK’s largest generator and energy supplier, is at the International Atomic Careers fair to track down some brand new talent for these exciting new nuclear projects. One man that will play a key role in this is Georges Servière. The senior nuclear advisor to the EDF CEO talks about his professional career and offers some crucial advice to young graduates. Back in the 70`s, Servière joined EDF to work on hydro-plants and build dams. But his entry to the company coincided with a global energy crisis and the launch of a nuclear programme to reduce dependence on oil. He decided to see what the nuclear programme was about and decades later, he is still working in nuclear. This has resulted in 35 years of experience in the nuclear industry with EDF. He never expected to have such a life long career in nuclear. “But once I discovered nuclear, I was hooked”, he confesses. “It shaped my career. It was a very nice adventure, I have absolutely no regrets of having done what I did even though it was not my original intention”. If you are keen on a nuclear career, Georges Servière is the kind of guy you would like to get stuck with in a lift. Due to his vast experience

and knowledge, he could talk endlessly about this vocation. The Frenchman is not just an expert on nuclear but also on youth and education. He is in charge of university relations for the renewal of skills for the nuclear industry. Constant contact with schools and universities in France and beyond enables Servière to see whether or not they have the right programmes to fulfill the needs of engineering students and the nuclear industry. If they don’t, he advises and assists them in developing new programmes. Servière has years of experience in both engineering and construction. He has lead and been involved in many international projects and nuclear organisations, He is currently on the Advisory Group for Nuclear Reactors reporting to the French Nuclear Safety Authority, and has also served on the international nuclear safety advisory group to the Director General of IAEA. In addition for two years he was the chairman of the French Nuclear Society – the leading organisation for the industry in France. When he was a young engineer, he had an amazing experience completing start up tests on new power plants in France. “I worked hands on in design and construction on site”. “Then I was lucky enough to be the very first project director of European Pressurized Reactor for EDF”, he recalls. This period provided Servière with a great multicultural experience working with Germans, Americans and the Japanese.

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“I think that nuclear is a great way for mass producing electricity without generating CO2 emissions”, Servière says. “It is a necessary complement for the world mix. “I do not think that nuclear renaissance is an appropriate word though – that is just an American and Western concept”, he warns. “Look at Asia and India for example – they never stopped”. And indeed, Asia is the main region in the world where electricity generating capacity and nuclear power is growing significantly. At the moment, there are 112 nuclear power reactors in operation in East and South Asia and many more are under construction. “By the way”, he adds before getting up to address an audience of young aspiring engineers, “here is a bit of crucial advice”. “Don’t choose a job or company just because you think it sounds good. Try to choose a job that you will love, that corresponds to who you are”, he stresses. “So, first of all, find out who you are and what it exactly is that you would like to do. Life is too short to waste doing things that you don’t like”. Georges Servière certainly loves his job. You can tell that by his energy and enthusiasm when he talks about his professional activities. He was actually meant to retire a while ago before he took up his latest position as senior nuclear advisor. However, by the looks of things, he won’t be retiring for a while.

“Don’t choose a job or company just because you think it sounds good. Try to choose a job that you will love, that corresponds to who you are. So, first of all, find out who you are and what it exactly is that you would like to do. Life is too short to waste doing things that you don’t like”.

Georges Servière

Senior nuclear advisor to the CEO, EDF

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EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG Who we are For more information, please visit www.enbw.com/karriere

As the third-largest energy company in Germany, we focus on the electricity and gas business as well as energy and environmental services. We are committed to Baden-Württemberg and Germany as locations and these are the focal points of our activities. We also operate in other European markets. Our energy production With an installed electrical output of around 15,000MW, EnBW is one of the most important energy producers in Germany. We hereby rely on a balanced energy mix of conventional power stations, nuclear power plants and renewable energies.

With approximately 6 million customers and some 20,000 employees, EnBW Energie BadenWürttemberg AG generated annual revenue of some € 15.5 billion in 2009.

Recruitment Around 400 professionals - experienced and inexperienced. Knowledge of MS Office is necessary. Contact Find our available positions on our website www.enbw.com/karriere and fill in your application form online. EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG Daniela Glaser Durlacher Allee 93 76131 Karlsruhe Germany

Three things are particularly important for us: firstly to make production efficient and environmentally sound and secondly to maintain a high security of supplies for our customers. We achieve this through the simultaneous use of nuclear power, coal, gas, oil and renewable energy sources. 65% of our own electricity generation is C02-free. We thus make an important contribution to climate protection.

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Company Profile: Enel

For more information please visit www.enel.com

Enel produces 288.9 TWh of electricity annually from a balanced mix of fossil fuels. Its plants have an overall installed capacity of over 95,000 MW, over a third of which comes from renewable sources of energy, which is increasing continuously above all in North, Central and South America. Enel’s shareholders include Italy’s Ministry for the Economy and Finance with 13.88% of the Company and Cassa Depositi e Prestiti which owns 17.36%, in addition to leading international investment funds, insurance companies and pension funds, ethical funds, along with 1.4 million small investors. Recruitment Enel seeks people with the capability to innovate, who show initiative and dynamism and who are strongly motivated to joining a multicultural context. The selection procedure, which varies according to the nature of the position to be filled, foresees an initial attitude-motivation-based appraisal, followed by a second technical-professional appraisal. In particular, for the selection of junior positions group assessments (Assessment Center) are performed, in addition to English language tests and technical interviews, whilst for selection processes involving expert personnel attitude-based and technical interviews are carried out. Induction is carried out with great care and commitment through a process in which training and work experiences are alternated, to ensure progressive knowledge of the organization and gradual integration into the company’s various working environments.

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Enel is an international group which produces and distributes electricity and gas in 23 countries on four continents. Enel is Europe’s second listed utility by installed capacity and one of the largest in terms of number of shareholders, with almost 1.4 million retail and institutional investors. The Group is also one of the largest listed utilities in the world in terms of market capitalisation. The Group’s main companies are Enel, the largest electricity company in Italy; Endesa, leader on the Iberian peninsula and in South America; Enel OGK-5 in Russia; Slovenské Elektrárne, which operates in Slovakia; Enel Energie, Enel Energie Muntenia, Enel Distributie Muntenia, Enel Distributie Dobrogea and Enel Distributie Banat in Romania; Maritza in Bulgaria; and the newly-formed Enel Green Power, dedicated to renewable energies. Training In order to support Enel’s becoming a marketdriven multinational, Enel University was created, a structure dedicated to insertion and training throughout the company, which provides all of the company’s employees with training courses tailored to their individual professional profiles and various managerial needs. The various training initiatives include JET International (Junior Enel Training), a training programme aimed at new graduates who have been hired within the Group from all of the countries Enel operates in, which provides not only introductory materials regarding economics, organizations, and the energy business, but which, above all, explores issues regarding integration and multiculturalism. Professional Development In order to render the development path continuous, the young new hire takes part in the Online Assessment and Orientation roughly two years after joining the company. This initiative represents an opportunity to take stock of the quality of the insertion in a structured manner, the professional skills developed and the ability to respond in terms of performance. The experience acquired also makes it possible to take advantage of the individual’s professional orientation and envisage his/her future. Moreover, Enel University has a particular focus on young employees, for whom it designs and implements professional induction paths for new hires.

Julian Lienich, engineer

I can shape the future. Every day. The E.ON graduate program requires my energy and creative input. In exchange I get to work with up-to-date technologies in a team that supports my professional development. What about you?

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Company Profile: E.ON

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The development of advanced technologies is essential to meet the challenges of rising global demand for energy, systematic climate protection, and the finiteness of fossil fuels. That is why we invested over €105 million in research and development in 2009. We also invested heavily in renewable energies and plan to spend a total of €8 billion in this area by 2012. Our vision is to demonstrate responsibility by having a long-term balanced approach to financial performance, environmental protection, and social engagement. Among coal, hydro, oil and gas, nuclear energy is an essential pillar of E.ON’s generation portfolio. Within the Group E.ON Kernkraft GmbH ensures a safe, environmentally friendly and secure power generation from nuclear energy – now and in the future. E.ON Kernkraft is based in Hannover and makes an important contribution to Germany’s electricity supply by operating six reactors in Bavaria, Lower Saxony and Schleswig Holstein. Furthermore, we hold stakes in five additional power plants spread around the country. Two nuclear power stations in Stade and Würgassen are currently being dismantled. E.ON Kernkraft is also involved in the management of Swedish facilities and plans international new build projects for the E.ON Group in various countries, with the UK and Finland leading the way. E.ON Kernkraft’s modern power plant fleet makes consistent use of innovative technologies and cutting-edge scientific findings. The safety concept complies with the highest safety standards which are updated

E.ON is one of the world’s largest investorowned power and gas companies. Our more than 88,000 employees generated just under €82 billion in sales in 2009. With leading market positions in power and gas and nearly 30 million customers, we operate in more than 30 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Russia, Sweden, UK and US. Our integrated business model in power and gas extends from power generation and gas production to distribution and sales. With a balanced energy mix incorporating all generation technologies, we strive to provide a secure, climate-friendly, and affordable supply of electricity.

continuously and are brought in line with the safety philosophy that determines all actions of E.ON Kernkraft. Your opportunities to shape the future Graduates can join E.ON either directly or as trainees on different graduate programs. As part of the international “E.ON Graduate Program” trainees are prepared for international jobs by working over a period of 18 months in different areas of the company. In addition to the “E.ON Graduate Program”, we offer specialized programs with a focus on the areas: “Generation”, “Regional Distribution & Grid” and “Sales & Services”. In particular, the “Generation” Program offers engineers an opportunity to specialize in a specific area of energy production – whether in conventional or nuclear energy production, refuse combustion, water power or in the technology centre of the group. Over an 18-month period, trainees will work at four to five power plants. Your career with E.ON E.ON offers you different career prospects, e.g. as a manager, a project leader or as an expert. Individuals are supported by a wide range of development opportunities. Your energy shapes the future. www.eon-career.com

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Career Insights An Englishman in Hannover I tell people I meet that I love my job, which is working on the design, construction and operation of new nuclear power stations. It can be quite tiring, but it is at the same time so interesting and stimulating, that it would be difficult for me to think of doing anything else.

My name is Mark Salisbury, and I work for E.ON. I studied Chemistry at the University of Warwick, next door to E.ON UK’s Headquarters in Coventry. Upon graduation, I took a Graduate job with E.ON UK working on fossil fired power stations and combined heat and power plants. After two years I moved to the UK’s only PWR nuclear power plant, Sizewell B as a Plant Chemist. I spent 5 years at Sizewell, first as a Chemist, and then as a Control Room Operator. In October of 2009, I accepted a job at E.ON UK which has formed a Joint Venture in the UK called Horizon Nuclear Power. I am currently seconded to E.ON’s nuclear centre of competence, E.ON Kernkraft GmbH, in Hannover, northern Germany. I tell people I meet that I love my job, which is working on the design, construction and operation of new nuclear power stations. It can be quite tiring, but it is at the same time so interesting and stimulating, that it would be difficult for me to think of doing anything else. One day, I could be discussing detailed technical matters with reactor vendors, the next on a flight to London, or helping to set up a training programme for new staff. I was a little apprehensive about the move to Hannover, but very keen to do it. Of course, it can be difficult for family life, but I return home most weekends, and my friends and family come and visit (Christmas and Oktoberfest are always popular!). My main concern about moving to Hannover was my poor German, but I have a private language tutor and have not found any problems. Most people in the office speak excellent English, as E.ON’s business language is English, and it can

sometimes be a problem getting to practice German! I have very kind colleagues who help me along with my German skills, and office talk is invariably conducted in Deu-nglish! The only major faux-pas I had was when I first arrived, and mis-translated the menu. You can imagine my surprise/disappointment as I waited for a fantastic sausage to arrive, only to be presented with cold pickled herring (Bratherring)! I have adapted well to German culture, although a few things are still a little strange for me. Whereas it is common in the UK and other English speaking countries to refer to people by their first names, I am still struggling a little with being addressed as Mr Salisbury! Of course in the office, we are less formal, and it is always a pleasure to share a joke over a glass of German beer at the end of a working day with colleagues. When the time comes for me to return to the UK, I shall be glad to have a ‘normal family’ life, although I shall be very sad to leave my ‘second home’! Fortunately, my likely position upon my return will keep me in close contact with my colleagues in Hannover, and I am hoping that the language and cultural skills I have learned will position me well for the future. Even now, I feel like the office diplomat!

Mark Salisbury

E.ON Kernkraft GmbH

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“My interest in nuclear field arose from the very beginning of high school, thanks to a science teacher whose husband was a nuclear scientist: it triggered a lot of questions and I was eager to learn more about this fascinating subject. After an engineering school, I specialized in nuclear chemistry through a thesis experience. Today I am working as a nuclear safety scientist, because I am convinced that nuclear energy could not develop without solid safety assessment tools.”

“I love working in this sector as I am convinced that nuclear is part of the solution for the future. If Europe and the world want to fight the global warming they need to rely on nuclear. We will not sustainably meet the increased electricity demands, especially in China and India, if we do not use nuclear energy.” Pierre Henri D’Haene 24 years old, Belgium Civil Engineer in Nuclear Engineering

Anne Huguet 28 years old, France Nuclear safety engineer at CIEMAT in Madrid

“Working in this sector ensures you an exciting,challenging career. It is a technical sector that is well adapted for young mechanical and nuclear engineers. There are lots of new nuclear plants being constructed and we need lots of young engineers to build them so jobs are plentiful.” Philippe Petiot, France Project Manager, EDF Energy

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“Working in the nuclear energy sector guaranteers an international career. I absolutely love it. And the most interesting thing is that it is so topical. I love listening to the political debate about nuclear energy, about the advantages and the disadvantages. I feel so close to it. Although I have only been working in this field for two years, I feel like I have already learnt so much about so many things and about building bases for promoting green energy. I am excited about my future.” Tobias Unger 27 years old, Germany HR Specialist at EnBW

Company Profile: GDF SUEZ

For more information please visit www.generationhorizons.com

The Group develops its businesses (energy, energy services and environment) around a responsible-growth model to take up the great challenges: responding to energy needs, fighting against climate change and maximizing the use of resources Choosing GDF SUEZ means •

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the possibility of building a career in an international Group operating on all continents and offering a great variety of jobs, the chance of working in sectors with a promising future – energy and environment – which provide essential services and are at the heart of sustainable development issues, joining a Group of 200,650 employees, with a responsible and respectful vision of cultural diversity.

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Activities: Energy, Energy services and Environment (subsidiary SUEZ Environment) Locations: On all continents Employees worldwide: 200,650 Global turnover: €79.9 billion in 2009 revenues

One of the leading energy providers in the world, GDF SUEZ is active across the entire energy value chain, in electricity and natural gas, upstream to downstream: • Purchasing, production and marketing of natural gas. • Transportation, distribution, management and development of major infrastructures for natural gas and electricity. • Development and marketing of energy services and environmental services. Values GDF SUEZ employees have contributed to the establishment of the Group’s four core values: • drive – to guarantee performance over the long term for all stakeholders, • commitment – to associate the Group’s development with respect for the planet, • daring – to live in the present with optimism while preparing for the future with creativity, • cohesion – to make energy and the environment sustainable sources of progress and development. GDF SUEZ and the nuclear For GDF SUEZ, an energy mix that includes nuclear energy is the best solution for guaranteeing power supply at a competitive price and contributing to a reduction in the release of greenhouse gas. GDF SUEZ is a pioneer in nuclear energy in Europe with first-class skills both upstream (engineering, purchasing, operations and maintenance) and downstream (waste management and decommissioning). Application period All year long Look at our applications on www.generationhorizons.com menu item «Join us!» and apply online.

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GOT-THE-ENERGY-TO-LEAD.COM We believe that energy suppliers should be renewable, too. We are therefore looking for enthusiastic new colleagues with plenty of ideas who want to join RWE in changing the world. Visit us online to find out what we are offering and how we are working together to ensure the energy of the future.

Company Profile: RWE AG

For more information please visit www.rwe.com

RWE is one of Europe’s five leading electricity and gas companies. We are active in the generation, trading, transmission and supply of electricity and gas. More than 70,000 employees supply over 16 million customers with electricity and approximately 8 million customers with gas. In fiscal 2009, RWE recorded about €48 billion in revenue.

In terms of sales, we hold a leading market position with at least one of our main products (electrcity and gas) in our core markets. RWE is the No. 2 power producer in Germany and in the Netherlands, and No. 3 in the UK. The market position in Central and South-Eastern Europe is being expanded continuously. Through RWE Dea, the Group is successfully active in the gas and oil production business in Europe, Northern Africa and the Caspian region. RWE Supply & Trading is one of Europe’s leading energy trading companies. RWE is investing at record levels. Some €7 billion are earmarked annually for investments in environmentally friendly and flexible generation capacity, which includes power plants, grids and open-cast mines. €1 billion of that will go towards renewables – mainly wind and biomass. RWE reacts to changes in customer needs by offering new electricity, gas and energy efficiency products for homes, commerce and industry. In this context, climate protection and energy efficiency are becoming increasingly important. Another key focus area is electric cars.

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Candidates’ Voices “I would like to work in the nuclear sector so that I can create products that detect radio-activity. Although I adore my home country France, I would go anywhere in the world to follow this dream job like the US, UK or even China.”

“Although it was not my lifetime objective and I kind of fell into the nuclear energy sector, I am delighted with myself and I love it. There are so many jobs available in the nuclear energy sector, especially in Finland. I definitely think that nuclear is the best energy available and that it helps to reduce carbon emissions. I am fascinated by the new technologies that are being developed all the time and look forward to start my professional career.”

Rémi 22 years old, France Nuclear instrumentation student

“I decided to pursue a career in the nuclear sector as the career opportunities are so great. The minute I finished high school, I knew that I wanted to work in this sector and I have absolutely no regrets. I love physics and am constantly enthused by this sector.” Killian 24 years old, Germany Physics student

Henni 24 years old, Finland Engineering student and nuclear energy Major

“I always wanted to work in the energy sector as I love physics. My aspiration is to become a project manager. There are so many exciting projects going on that I would love to be involved in. I am willing and looking forward to working all over the world.” Damien 23 years old, France Masters student in nuclear instrumentation

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“I studied an undergraduate degree in renewable energy but then I decided to focus on nuclear as I believe the world needs it to cover our needs. If we remove coal, nuclear is the only option. Poland is just building it’s first nuclear energy plant and I am really excited about that.” Marta 25 years old , Poland Masters student in nuclear engineering

“Nuclear energy is a way of giving an energy solution to everybody, both rich and poor. That’s why since I was about 18, I knew I always wanted to work in this industry. It is a great motive for me to spend my life creating an energy that would then be accessible globally.” Pol 22 years old, Spain Mechanical engineering student

“I am fascinated by recycling nuclear waste, so much so that I wrote my thesis on it.”

“It’s a flourishing industry. One thing I really love about the nuclear energy sector it that it is so pro-research, it is a logical leap for many people like me that are currently working in research and development.”

Paul 25 years old, UK Nuclear Engineer intern

Francisco 32 years old, Portugal PHD student in nuclear physics

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Company Profile: TVEL TVEL – Creating future today

For more information please visit www.tvel.ru

TVEL commercial directions are CIS countries (Ukraine and Armenia), West and East countries (Bulgaria, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Finland) and also Asian countries. TVEL is a nuclear fuel supplier for atomic power stations in China and India. Besides, TVEL enterprises in cooperation with foreign partners produce atomic fuel for nuclear power plants placed in Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands. TVEL is a participant of ITER (the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor) international project, which key goal is to prove scientific and technical feasibility of the nuclear fusion appliance.

TVEL, a Rosatom fuel company, – is a member of a vertically integrated structure of Russian nuclear industry. TVEL Fuel Company combines production and research assets for fuel fabrication, separation and sublimation complex, as well as companies manufacturing gas centrifuges and related equipment. TVEL was set up to achieve the best structure needed to manage companies involved in the nuclear fuel cycle and enhance their performance and competitiveness in the global market. • Industry and technology development, implementation of innovations • Solicitous attitude to resources and taking care of the future • Overall safety and environmental care We appreciate: • Being energetic, initiative and open-minded • Being focused on business results • Being focused on sustainable development and continuous improvement • Striving for inventions in atomic industry

TVEL on global scale: • 17% market share of NPP atomic fuel • 76 nuclear power reactors in 16 countries worldwide • 30 nuclear research reactors in 17 countries worldwide • 45% market share of enrichment of the uranium Our goals: • Strengthening company’s position / market share increase • Building international alliances • Atomic industry general popularization • Necessity of science advance development

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We provide: • Up-to-date material and technical basis. Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources, including education and training opportunities. • Implementation of innovations to assure company’s competitive advantages on global scale • Working in the sector of high achievements with the more than half-century traditions; professional team of effective managers, complete professionalism and involvement level of all employees in the company. • Sustainable personal and professional development; high level of labor conditions; effective social politics: real estate support programs, credit financing; health insurance, non-state pension fund schemes.

A new generation EHRO-N and Careers International conducted a survey on career orientations and expectations of nuclear engineering students and young professionals in the nuclear sector in Europe and beyond. Here are the results highlights. The nuclear industry in many countries faces an increasing challenge in recruiting staff. The lack of existing skills is viewed by all industrial players as one of the biggest challenges to succeed in the marketplace. Moreover, there is evidence of existing competition among industries for well educated and skilled nuclear experts. In these circumstances it is vital to know how to attract potential employees. If employers in the nuclear industry knew what the orientations and expectations of their potential employees were, they would know how to better attract them. On the occasion of the preparation of the AtomiCareers event in Brussels on 3-4 December 2010, the Joint Research CentreInstitute for Energy (JRC-IE), which is the operating agent of EHRO-N or the European Human Resource Observatory for the Nuclear Energy Sector, and the Brussels-based organiser of international recruitment events, Careers International, jointly prepared a Survey with the objective to get some feedback

from the young generation of nuclear engineering students and professionals in the nuclear sector as far as their career orientations were concerned. For EHRO-N, which is embarking upon the task of developing a systematic approach to following the trends concerning demand/ supply of competent human resources in the nuclear energy sector of the European Union (EU), and the organiser of the Atomicareers event, every effort toward examining the attitudes of students and young professionals in this sector is very much welcomed. The web based Survey of 8 questions was sent in October 2010 to local chapters of WIN (Women in Nuclear) and ENS Young Generation, and reached around 1200 potential respondents. The response rate was high with 621 responses received throughout the second half of October and the first half of November 2010.

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Of the 621 respondents to the Survey 36% were students of nuclear engineering, 33% were graduates with maximum 2 years of professional experience and 31% were professionals with more than 2 years of professional experience. The analysis of the responses received shows a very high mobility of the respondents since 61% of them are prepared to work “anywhere in the world”. It is interesting to note that, according to the Survey results, graduates proved to be more open to move “anywhere in the world” than the students or the professionals. Of all graduates, 65% would work “anywhere in the world”. The share of the students willing to work “anywhere in the world” was a bit lower (61%), but significantly higher than that of professionals (48%). The choice “only in Europe” was most appealing to professionals (38%), and least appealing to graduates (28%), leaving students in between (34%).

The respondents were asked as well which their most preferred employers were. The table below shows the results.

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Respondents were asked as well what their preferred field(s) of interest was/were where they would like to pursue their careers.

The most preferred field of interest chosen by 43% of all respondents was Reactor core Design, Thermal-Hydraulics, Simulation and Modelling.

The most preferred sector that the respondents would work in was Engineering with overwhelmingly the highest percentage of all respondents who chose it as their preferred

one: 82%. In order of preference, the type of stakeholder most preferred was Nuclear research organisation (58%).

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The Survey assessed as well the preparedness of respondents to work in sectors other than nuclear. 64% of all respondents said that they were willing to work in the nuclear sector. For 32% respondents it did not matter weather they worked in the nuclear sector or outside of it, while 4% of the respondents thought about working outside the nuclear sector. The results showed also that more students (67%) would work inside the nuclear sector than graduates (65%) or professionals (58%),

The reasons for the latter two options (indifference to whether one works either in or outside the nuclear sector and thinking of working outside the nuclear sector alltogether) vary and, according to the comments of the respondents, were linked to the: • • •

level of salaries, availability of jobs, existence of challenging and exciting

while on the other hand professionals were more prepared to change between sectors than graduates or students. Thus, 37% of all professionals that responded to this question chose the option “It does not matter to me if I work outside or inside the nuclear sector“compared to 31% for the graduate group and 29% for the students group. Similar share of students (4%), graduates (4%) and professionals (5%) was thinking of working outside the nuclear sector.

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projects, possibilities to build a good career, observation that the nuclear industry seemed to have troubles in defining its future; or to the fact that respondents that had broader educational and professional background, were more open and willing to search an employment also outside the nuclear sector.

This survey was conducted by the Joint Research Centre-Institute for Energy (JRC-IE), the operating agent of the European Human Resource Observatory for the Nuclear Energy Sector for Careers International AtomiCareers event in Brussels in December 2010.

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Candidates’ Voices: Irina If you are born and raised by two physicists, does it mean that you will grow up to be a genius? It does for Irina. The 34-year-old nuclear physicist grew up watching her parents carry out scientific experiments in their home in Sofia. Intrigued by this fascinating world, she decided to follow their footsteps and pursue a career in physics. By Méabh McMahon

Today, Irina is a doctor in nuclear physics with broad experimental experience. Her academic career has taken her far away from her parents’ home to places like Germany, Sweden and the USA. Although she picked up her masters in Sofia, she proceeded to the University of Stockholm for her PhD in nuclear physics. And just a few years ago, she had a unique experience with the Argonne National Laboratory in Chicago, one of the U.S Department of Energy’s oldest and largest laboratories for science and engineering science. For three whole years, Irina lived in the United States working as one of the main participants of an experiment dedicated to the mass measurements of 68Se. “I was always fascinated by experiments”, she says before telling me about her childhood spent in her parents’ science lab peering down their magnifying glass, observing their meticulous work. “I feel at home with physics”, she insists. And how could she not - Irina’s mum is a successful international nuclear physicists who played a huge role in her academic life helping her choose the right courses and steering her in the right direction so that she could follow her dream.

carry out many projects on her own, something that proved to be very challenging at times, but in the end, after many years of hard work and dedication, Irina graduated in October 2010. Irina talks enthusiastically about her thesis. She talks about how it was based on two different experiments that she performed in the Svedberg Lab in Uppsala. The first was a study of the halo nucleus He6 and the second was a tagging experiment of eta particle in collaboration with WASA. “Sounds impossible”, I laugh. “No way”, she insists. “It’s fascinating” but “perhaps a little academic indeed”. But Irina is not just an expert in atomic nuclei; she is a linguist and a keen traveller. Apart from fluent Bulgarian, English and Russian, she speaks French, German and Swedish. She also enjoys photography and was the Chairperson for the Movie Club at university in Stockholm. “Life was incredible in Stockholm”, Irina reminisces, “I have so many special friends there”.

Although her parents were reluctant at first to watch her take the nuclear physics path knowing how challenging it could be, today they are delighted with her decision and enjoy stimulating debates about nuclear fusion and fission on Irina’s frequent visits home to Sofia.

Irina currently lives in the home country of Albert Einstein. After many years with her head in the books, she is fresh on the job market and on the look out in Darmstadt, Southern Germany. “I am a bit worried about finding a job”, she begins. “My field is suffering from fierce financial problems at the moment”, she confesses. “But I feel a bit better after attending the AtomiCareers fair as I can see that the future is bright for nuclear physicists”. Well, the future is definitely bright for Irina.

But this dream did not come about over night. Irina dedicated endless days and nights to her studies and spent no less than 7 years putting together her thesis on the topic of mesonic fusion. “Although my studies ate up all my time, the more I studied, the more I loved it”. As an experimentalist, Irina had to

The open-minded mastermind is willing to move anywhere in the world in order to work in her field, knocking over any obstacles that come in her way. “If I have to learn a new language, I would”. “I just want to constantly learn and improve my skills and one day work as a professor”.

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Company Profile: Rolls-Royce

For more information please visit www.rolls-royce.com

Key player in the nuclear industry The company is a key player in the nuclear industry and currently has the largest nuclear skills base of any UK company, with approximately 2,000 employees in the UK, US and France. At Rolls-Royce, our focus is on providing utility and reactor vendor customers with integrated, long term support services across the reactor lifecycle, covering safety, licensing and environmental activities; component design, manufacture and supply; in-service support and plant life extension; as well nuclear I&C supply and safety. And with extensive nuclear certified supply chain expertise, we are able to meet the growing needs of our customers in today’s global nuclear market. For some 50 years, RollsRoyce has been helping Naval and commercial utility customers to maximise plant operation and safely extend plant lifetimes. Our strength is built upon trusted partnerships with customers. Our extensive experience is built on safety, reliability and world class engineering and manufacturing. Instrumentation and control Rolls-Royce prides itself on its reputation as leader and innovator when it comes to providing customers with safety and mission critical instrumentation and control systems. We have highly specialised technical experts across Europe and US delivering technology and services to help customers improve the reliability, availability and safety of their plants and reduce overall operational costs. For over 40 years, we have been involved in designing, manufacturing and renovating analogue and

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Trusted to deliver excellence Rolls-Royce is a global business providing and supplying integrated power systems for use on land, at sea and in the air. The company has established strong positions in four global markets - civil aerospace, defense aerospace, marine and energy. digital safety instrumentation and control systems in nuclear reactors of all types. Today our systems are installed in over 200 nuclear plants across 20 countries worldwide, including every nuclear reactors in France, as well as others situated in the US, in China, in Russia for example. Our I&C expertise and capabilities cover: • safety systems • control and monitoring systems • instrumentation and hardware • support services Career opportunities In Grenoble (France), Rolls Royce’s instrumentation & controls business employs more than 300 people. Our objective is to increase our workforce by close to a third by the end of the year. Who are we looking for? Bright, innovative, skilled and enthusiastic individuals who are willing to invest their talent and energy in the company and relish the challenge of being a key part of our growth. What can you expect from working with us? •

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To be an ambassador for one of the most prestigious and renowned brand in the world, employing 38,000 employees around the world and operating on all continents. To work in the growing and challenging Nuclear business as part of an international Group. The opportunity to build a career at a national and international level.

Further information on WiN France and how to join us :

www.win-france.fr

Women in

nuclear

The WiN France network federates women working in all fields of nuclear sciences and techniques (energy, space, medicine, biology, hydrology, agriculture and the-food industry, art and archaeology …). WiN France belongs to the international network of WiN Global (3200 members in 80 countries) and is one of the founder members of the association WiN Europe. Our objectives :

● To provide a better response to the current concerns

of the nuclear sector through the development of actions to render scientific and technical careers more appealing to young people, and particularly to young women

● To promote the careers and professional

specialisations of the nuclear sector, underlining their accessibility to women

● To play a major role in developing diversity and equal

opportunities in nuclear trades

● To communicate about the advantages of nuclear

energy addressing diverse publics and opinion leaders

● To pool our expertise and competences with those

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of the association WiN Europe in order to contribute actively to the development of the nuclear sector in Europe, in association with the European institutions and in the interests of the European social and environmental framework.

Partner Profile: ENEN

For more information please visit www.enen-assoc.org

As of November 2010, the ENEN has 56 members in 18 EU countries, South Africa, Russian Federation, Ukraine and Japan, and concluded cooperation agreements with the International Atomic Energy Agency and the European Nuclear Society. Education and Training The ENEN and its members has developed E&T courses in a European exchange structure at graduate level, based on core curricula and optional fields of study. The 295 ENEN course modules cover 25 nuclear fission disciplines, including the curriculum leading to the certificate of European Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering. The ENEN is the main instrument for the harmonisation of E&T activities in nuclear fission and radiation protection in the EU-27. From 2009, in the framework of the FP7 ”Euratom Fission Training Scheme (EFTS)”, the ENEN’s challenge is to implement a common certificate for professionals at the EU level, based on the European Credit system for Vocational Education and Training (ECVET). The ENEN contributes to 4 EFTS projects: ENEN-III for nuclear engineering, ENETRAP-II for radiation projection, PETRUS-II for geological disposal of radioactive waste, and TRASNUSAFE for nuclear safety. Once established, this concept will be applied to all ENEN and other appropriate training courses for achieving the harmonization of professional training over Europe. The ENEN has also projects for cooperation beyond the EU, i.e. ENEN-RU with Russian Federation, ECNET with China, and EUJEP with Japan since.

The European Nuclear Education Network (ENEN) Association is a non-profit organisation, established on 22 September 2003, with the objective to preserve and develop expertise in nuclear fields by higher education and training (E&T). This objective is realized through cooperation between universities, research organisations, regulatory bodies, industry and others involved in the application of nuclear sciences and ionising radiation. For Knowledge Management An ENEN textbook on neutron physics and a CD-ROM on nuclear engineering have been produced in the FP6 ENEN-II project and the ENEN will respond to any further needs. A new ENEN Database is covering all E&T courses, Master programs, PhD topics and other opportunities provided by the ENEN members and partners. In December 2008, the European Council adopted the document “The Needs for Skills in the Nuclear Field” which refers explicitly to the ENEN and to FP6/7 ENEN initiatives. It welcomes the ENEN activities for coordinating E&T leading to qualifications in the nuclear fields and encourages further development of such activities in Europe. The ENEN is ready to respond to the Council’s expectations in the years to come. Contact Ryoko Kusumi, Secretary General, ENEN Association Centre CEA de Saclay - INSTN - Bldg 395, F-91191 Gif-sur-Yvette Cedex, France Email: ryoko.kusumi@cea.fr Website: http://www.enen-assoc.org

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Careers Engineering International Excellence Brussels, 13–14 May 2011 aPPLY BeFOre 20 marcH The Engineering Excellence Event connects engineering graduates or professionals (in chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, manufacturing, mechanical or software engineering) with leading global companies looking to tackle tomorrow’s world challenges. We’ll help you seize the right opportunity and meet employers face to face at this invitationonly event. Apply now. It’s your chance to fix your own horizons and take your first step to a top-flight exciting career. LIfE Is A journEy. sTArT yours on www.careersinTernaTiOnaL.cOm Participating companies in 2010 and/or 2011:

Company Profile: Westinghouse

For more information please visit www.westinghousenuclear.com

We are seeking engineers of all disciplines including mechanical, electrical, civil, nuclear, chemical, and industrial. Positions are available in engineering, manufacturing, field service, project/program management, finance, human resources, and supply chain management. For additional information regarding Westinghouse or to view current job opportunities — visit our website at www. westinghousenuclear.com. The Westinghouse European Trainee Program The 18-month Westinghouse European Trainee Program is a unique way to become acquainted with our global company. After 12 months spent in the country of hire, you will then begin a six-month assignment in one of our locations abroad where internal education programs will be alternated with interesting responsibilities within various fields. Interview with Hugues REYNAUD-FOURNIER, French Westinghouse European Trainee How long have you been a part of the Westinghouse Trainee Program? I have been part of the Westinghouse European Trainee Program for 14 months now (started in September 2009). I will complete the European Trainee program in March 2011 after 18 months and 3 assignments: 2 in France, 1 abroad (half Sweden, half USA). What attracted you to the European Trainee Program?

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Westinghouse technology is the basis for nearly 50 percent of the world’s operating commercial nuclear power plants. Worldwide, we help our customers produce reliable and environmentally friendly electricity by enhancing nuclear plant safety, availability and dependability, and by reducing operation and maintenance costs. With 3,000 employees based in France, Germany, Sweden, Spain, Belgium and the UK, Westinghouse plays a key role on the European scene. With locations across the globe Westinghouse remains an invaluable local presence as well as a broad resource. At Westinghouse, global strength provides greater value. I have been attracted by: • the possibility to discover several domains not necessary connected to my education discipline. • the chance to learn quickly and efficiently the Westinghouse Project Management tools. • the opportunity to create a network in all Westinghouse facilities all over the world. • the interest to work in a multicultural environment. • the Westinghouse Electric Company area of work. What did you do (what have you done so far) during this program? I started my European Trainee Program with an assignment of 6 months in the Field Service Group in the French office of Westinghouse. I had the chance to go to EDF (French Customer) Nuclear Power Plants several times. More in detail, I have been involved in Fuel Assembly Services. It was a field job, really exciting and motivating. Then I had my second assignment of 6 months in the Product group in Orsay (French office). I worked on the equipment used to perform Fuel Assembly Repairs and Engineering. This experience gave me a better overview of the structure and peoples interacting in Europe (France, Sweden and Spain) and in the US. Finally, I started my last assignment which is actually two half assignments. A first one of 3 months in Sweden in the Westinghouse Fuel Facility where the Fuel Assemblies are manufactured and a second one of 3 months in the USA in order to evaluate equipments used in the American power plants and adapt them to the French market.

A dynamic world for young engineers “Nuclear is a great industry - a fantastic foundation to fight poverty and improve humanity”. The words of the nuclear expert and current President of the Europe, Middle East and Africa Region for Westinghouse, Anders Jackson. By Méabh McMahon

Back in the 90’s, any time Anders Jackson turned up at a party and announced he was working in nuclear, it triggered a ‘long, long debate’ about the pros and cons of the industry. As a true believer in nuclear, he enjoyed these chats but after a while found they became repetitive. Today when he goes to a party or any kind of event, he holds his head up high. He is extremely ‘proud to be working the nuclear sector and for the company Westinghouse’ and energetic to tell young graduates about his professional path and about why they should work in nuclear. “I always loved maths and physics and I just slipped into nuclear”, Jackson reminisces. “I thought it was really exciting”. The Swedish engineer currently works in Brussels for Westinghouse, one of the world’s biggest providers of fuel, services, technology, plant design and equipment for the commercial nuclear electric power industry. He is responsible for the regional coordination of Westinghouse products and services relative to development, sales, service and distribution. Jackson has a Masters Degree in Physics at Chalmers University in Gothenburg, Sweden and in later years a Leadership Development Program at Darden School of Business, Virginia. The Scandinavian has over two decades of experience in the nuclear industry. He used to work as the Vice President of the International Customer Project Development in the Nuclear Power Plants business unit of Westinghouse. That meant that he was in charge of a wide range of things like business development,

proposal and project initiation for Westinghouse’s new nuclear power plants all over the world except for the US. This exciting role meant that Jackson worked on contracts in China, India, the UK, Czech Republic and Poland. Years ago, when he started his career as a nuclear engineer at ABB Atom, a company that is now Westinghouse Electric Sweden AB, he never expected to shoot up the ladder of success so soon and take on so many different managerial positions. Today Anders Jackson’s average working day can revolve around anything related to business, marketing, sales, meeting customers, closing deals and of course project execution. “My job is to make sure we deliver high quality on time”. In this position of high responsibility, Jackson plays a leading role. “Before it was all about calculations and evaluations”, he recalls, “and I miss that sometimes but I love my current job too”. “It is challenging and fun and I am able to influence strategy and push the direction of not only Westinghouse but also the future of the industry”. “I am a firm believer that nuclear is the answer”, he repeats. “It is a fantastic foundation to fight poverty and to improve environment. I really feel that I do ‘good’ for humanity when I go to work. I am proud of my company and my field of business”. So, what about young graduates dying to step into the exciting field of nuclear? Does the

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future look bright? “Yes indeed”; exclaims Jackson. “The truth is that we desperately need young engineers”, he continues in an almost alarmed manner. According to Jackson, the turnover of engineers will be about 50% in the next ten years meaning bright young graduates will be needed to help bridge that generation change. “At Westinghouse, we have a special structure to attract youth and allow them taste different fields of engineering. “We know how much young people like to travel so we promote international activities and let them try some of our operations all over the world. We try to push people to go abroad and help bridge cultural differences and challenges”.

Anders Jackson is excited about the future of nuclear. He reckons that power plants in the future will be more state of the art with better control systems but feels that there is a constant modernization of technology taking place already. He is excited to be part of it. Before getting up to tend to the queries of eager youngsters, Jackson looks at me humbly and finishes, “if you want to have a nice feeling after a day at work knowing that you do something to improve the lives of someone in the world, work in nuclear”.

Jackson feels that the nuclear renaissance is just taking off and it needs engineers to go with it. “The field itself is attractive anyway”, he assures. “At Westinghouse, we always strive to have the highest quality and the best standards of safety so it is a great environment to work in. Our products can be quite complex so we need graduates to be prepared to work in teams and learn from others”. Jackson laments that there not enough diversity in the industry and hopes that universities do more to attract them. “The work environment is much better when you mix different genders and nationalities.”

“Nuclear is a fantastic foundation to fight poverty and to improve environment. I really feel that I do ‘good’ for humanity when I go to work. I am proud of my company and my field of business”

Anders Jackson

President - Europe, Middle East and Africa Region, Westinghouse

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Candidates’ Voices: Luigi Seven out of ten under 35 year old Italian men still live with their parents. They are referred to as the ‘mammoni’ generation. 30-year-old engineer Luigi does not reflect this generation of ‘mummys boys’. The ambitious brain studied in both his native Italy and UK and currently resides in France. . By Méabh McMahon

The recent PHD graduate is currently on the look out for a challenging role as a nuclear engineer. Concerned it would take a few months to find a job that he liked, Luigi decided to move to France and pick up a new lingua so as not to waste time while job-hunting. “It is easy for me”, he grins, “and French is so like Italian”. “Although I am in France at the moment, I am actually looking for a job anywhere in the world”, says Luigi before describing carefully his process of job-hunting. “It is important to circle out the companies that you like, check if they have a position that suits you and then go for it”. “Nuclear is flourishing now”, Luigi continues. “It is my passion”. “I would love an experience in a plant”; he continues. “You need to be there to see what is happening”. But a few years ago, people called Luigi crazy for studying nuclear. That is why he was one of just 5 students studying nuclear engineering as an undergraduate. “I knew this form of energy had something else to show”. With intensive lectures of up to seven hours a day and plenty of independent study, Luigi didn’t have much time to pursue his hobbies like football or swimming. Some subjects like thermal dynamics and heat transfer were challenging at times and meant he had to spent time in the library but today Luigi is thrilled with his atomic background and broad background in physics. Luigi looks forward to a challenging future in nuclear. “Nuclear is the solution to the energy challenge”. “But I would love to get married and have children too”, he smiles. It will all happen for Luigi and it could even happen in his native Italy.

The thing is, the Italian government plan to have 25% of electricity supplied by nuclear power by 2030. Up until now, 10% of Italy’s electricity is all from nuclear power but it is all imported. Back in 1990, the Southern country closed all its last nuclear reactors in the aftermath of Chernobyl but in 2008, the government changed its mind and launched a brand new nuclear power programme. Italy’s phase out of nuclear following a referendum in 1987 led to major costs for the whole economy. As Italy is so highly reliant on oil and gas, their electricity prices are above the EU average. So while Luigi studies French verbs in the nuclear power friendly France, his native country is reviving its energy laws and is setting the foundations for a more atomic Italy. Good news for the young Italian in case he ever wants to return to his native to work as a nuclear physicist and be close to his yearning mama!

“Nuclear is flourishing now. It is my passion. I would love an experience in a plant. You need to be there to see what is happening.”

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Alpiq supports customers with tailor-made products and services that help to simplify energy management and optimise processes, and in doing so, boosts their business performance. • Alpiq generates electrical energy. • Alpiq trades on all energy exchanges throughout Europe. • Alpiq sells energy and operates branches throughout Europe. • Alpiq delivers peak and base load energy to customers and operates its own transport grids. • Alpiq Energy Services provides all technical services related to the generation, transmission and application of energy. Segment Energy Alpiq offers an attractive mix of peak and base load energy with a high share of environmentally friendly hydro power. With electricity trading and sales activities in 31 countries, Alpiq is firmly established in Europe. Segment Energy Services Alpiq offers customers technical services for infrastructure plant along the entire process chain, of energy generation, trans-mission to distribution and usage. To this end, we support you with comprehensive telecommunication solutions and building services.

Alpiq Holding Ltd. is the leading Swiss energy trading company and the largest energy services provider in Switzerland with European orientation. The Group was formed at the beginning of 2009 through the merger of the two energy pioneers Atel Holding Ltd and Energie Ouest Suisse SA (EOS). It is active in 31 countries and has more than 10,000 employees in 27 countries. Alpiq is active in the fields of electricity generation and electricity transmission, in energy sales and trading, as well as in energy services. The company is responsible for about one-third of Switzerland’s electricity supplies.

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more than 10,000 employees in 27 European countries consolidated annual turnover of around 15 billion Swiss francs (2009) Energy sales in TWH: 135,248 (2009) EBIT CHF Mio 1,064 (2009) EBITDA CHF Mio 1,545 (2009)

Alpiq, as an employer, offers a wide range of interesting job opportunities for professionals and university graduates. Our graduate@alpiq programme is an ideal springboard for a graduate, as it offers a stimulating environment in a dynamic industry. The programme consists of a twelve-month period, offers aside of the functional training a customised off-the-job training and a series of seminars, which provide an in-depth insight into the energy business. Alpiq provides the opportunity to play an active role in shaping the company, while expecting our employees to give their best performance. Employees can provide their own ideas and work towards realising them. It is their readiness to accept change and to contribute to the company’s development that makes the company flexible and helps it stay one step ahead in a very dynamic sector.

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Founded in 1982, the Altran Group is a worldwide technology leader solving critical issues through technology & innovation. In 2009, the Group’s turnover reached 1,404 million Euros with over 17,100 employees in 20 countries worldwide.

Altran develops innovative solutions in three main business areas such as Technology Consulting, IT & Organization Consulting and Business Consulting.

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We also offer customized methodologies in order to solve the most complex challenges of our clients with reliable and measurable results, addressing clients in the telecoms & media, bank & finance, energy & utilities, electronics, pharma & life sciences, public sectors, transport, and other industries.

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Altran has more than 1,000 consultants working on nuclear related projects. The countries where Altran is most active in the nuclear field and examples of specific expertises are the following: •

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France = Engineering of new build reactors and other nuclear facilities (waste). Commissioning and decommissioning activities also fall within the scope of our competences. UK = Safety assessment of digital controls. Germany = Engineering new builds, electrical engineering Belgium = waste treatment and medical applications.

Altran has been able to provide solutions in engineering and technical services to existing nuclear facilities, from the design to the decommissioning, as well as offer strategic advice. More information on www.altran.com

USA = Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul activities on the existing reactors fleet as well as instrumentation and control.

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