Drax Sprint: Carbon Capture
Energy & Utilities
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at Drax
Available 28/10/2024 - 31/05/2025
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Overview
Want to be at the forefront of renewable energy solutions? Desire a career that really makes a difference to our planet? Then get ready, as this virtual work experience programme will introduce you to some of the most exciting careers in this sector, with none other than the global leader on climate action - Ørsted.
What’s Included
From green energy solutions such as solar energy and onshore and offshore wind, to the more behind-the-scenes roles in management and back office, this programme will offer you a whistle-stop tour of all corners of Ørsted. You’ll even get the opportunity to hear from the industry professionals themselves in our very own Springpod Sessions. Not only this, but you’ll also complete a series of quizzes and fun activities to help build your understanding of the industry and cement your new-found knowledge. What’s not to like?
Once you have applied for your programme, you will receive a confirmation email. You will be notified about the outcome of your application via email at least 3 days before the programme start date. Good luck!
Yes, you can sign up to multiple programmes with us. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any potential clashes.
Most of our programmes require students to be in school/college. Some programmes require students to be based in specific regions of the UK, this is stipulated by the organisations themselves, and is not defined by Springpod.
However, the ages mentioned on our programmes are more of a guideline than a strict limit. As such, we more than welcome older students to apply as well!
Assignments can take up to a week or longer to review and be marked complete. Rest assured, it will be reviewed soon and your certificate will be generated once your programme has been marked as complete.
If you make a mistake when uploading a file, please email hello@springpod.com. We will be able to make a note on our system. Don’t worry, the outcome of your programme will not be affected by this.
There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).
Our programmes have various start dates, you can find the exact date on the programme website page. These are available here: https://www.springpod.com/virtual-work-experience/search
You will be notified if your application has been successful, 3 days before the programme start date.
All programme material will remain accessible after the end date of the programme. Students can continue to work through their programme after the official end date. Although, if possible, we would strongly encourage students to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions.
There is around 10 hours worth of work in total, spread across a two week period. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any work whenever possible.
Once you have access, you can view and complete the material as and when you can, within the time frame of the course in question (for example, within a two week period). In total, there is around 10 hours worth of work. The live talks will take place during weekday working hours. However, all live talks will be available as recordings and the courses can be completed at your own convenience. . There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).
All live talks will be available as recordings. You can access these at the same link used to access the live event. So don’t worry if you can’t attend a live webinar, a recording will be available for you to access through your programme within 24 hours of the live event finishing.
We use a piece of software called BigMarker. It is a cloud based video hosting software. It requires no installations or downloads on your end, and will provide everything you need to join the live webinars through one simple link.
You will have a chance to ask questions at the end of each webinar. These questions are typed out and then read to the presenter by the host of the live talk. There is no need to speak, and all student microphones will be muted for the duration of the live webinar.
You will receive a certificate on completion of your programme. It will be made available to download whenever your programme is marked as complete.
Job sector: Energy & Utilities