Post-Graduate Program
Are you ready to start your career and grow professionally in the fusion energy sector? Join a large-scale international project where you can contribute to a more sustainable future while working in a truly international environment in France.
The Post-Graduate Program offers recent graduates the opportunity to begin their professional career in an international environment, contributing to ITER’s mission to demonstrate the feasibility of fusion energy as a safe, sustainable, and low carbon energy source for the future. The program is designed as a first professional step after graduation, combining meaningful work, career development in a field shaping the future of energy, and knowledge transfer within a real project environment.
Why join the Post-Graduate Program?
The Post-Graduate Program supports the transition from academia to professional practice while helping ITER develop future talent for the global fusion field, contributing to the long-term advancement of sustainable energy for the benefit of society.
You will benefit from:
- Developing a career pathway within ITER and the global fusion field
- Learning directly from experienced professionals through knowledge transfer and mentoring
- Strengthening technical and professional skills through a structured learning and development cycle
- Building employability through meaningful, hands-on professional experience
What does the program offer?
The Post-Graduate Program is a 24-month structured assignment, extendable for up to an additional 24 months, subject to business needs and performance.
Participants are offered:
- A defined role with clear objectives and deliverables
- Onboarding and integration support
- Mentoring and professional guidance
- Learning and training opportunities aligned with the assignment
- Regular feedback and progress reviews
Post-Graduate positions will be opened soon!
Apply here.
Join our webinar to learn more about the program.
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Who can apply?
The program is open to candidates who:
- Have completed, or are about to complete, a Master’s or Engineering degree (or equivalent)
- Have no more than two years' of professional experience when applying (excluding internships)
- Demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills in English within a multinational environment
- Hold a valid passport from one of the ITER Members: People's Republic of China, the European Union, India, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the Russian Federation, and the USA
How to apply?
Applications must be submitted online through the ITER Open Positions webpage.
To apply, candidates are required to submit the following items:
- CV (recommended 1–2 pages), including English proficiency
- Personal Statement (maximum 1 page) outlining who you are, your story, background and achievements
- References (e.g., professor)
All candidates are informed of the outcome once the process is completed.
Practical information and further resources
- Start dates: April and November
- Contract duration: 2 years, renewable for up to 2 additional years, subject to business needs and performance
- Location: ITER Organization, France (on-site)
- Working hours: 40 hours per week
- Compensation and benefits: P1 grade (see Benefits at ITER)
- All ITER staff members are required to comply with the ITER safety program, uphold the ITER Project CARE Values, and adhere to the ITER Organization Code of Conduct.
To help you prepare, check out our Welcome Booklet for Post-Graduates, which includes typical shortlisting criteria and application tips.
All ITER staff members are required to comply with the ITER safety program, uphold the ITER Project CARE Values, and adhere to the ITER Organization Code of Conduct.
Contact
For questions about the program or the application process:
Email: @email