Trainee AI and Data Science for Renewables Trading (all)

At BKW we use advanced AI and data science techniques to continuously improve our activities in the trading of renewable energies. In this 18-month trainee programme, you will have the opportunity to actively contribute to this exciting field. The programme starts on 1 September 2025.

Your field

  • You will spend six months in each of three BKW divisions in the forefront of innovation in energy. These include our subsidiary Wind Energy Trading in Lausanne, the AI & Innovation Team and our Data & Project Management in Energy Trading (both in Bern)
  • This trainee position will provide a comprehensive understanding of our operations, equipping you with the skills and experience needed to contribute to our data-driven initiatives
  • Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing solutions to validate incoming data, optimizing forecasting models using advanced techniques to improve predictive capabilities, and enhancing data quality and plausibility through rigorous data analysis
  • Also, you will engage in cross-team projects that span the three mentioned departments, ensuring your work adds value across the entire organization
  • The program is held in English

What you bring to the role

  • You have a master's degree in data science or a similar specialisation
  • You have an in-depth understanding of AI, ML and data science and have experience in the programming languages Python and R
  • You are interested in the world of energy trading, meteorology and the technical details of the electricity markets. You may even have had your first contact with renewable energy trading
  • You are proactive, networked and enjoy working with different teams
  • You have a very good knowledge of English and are willing to integrate into a mainly German-speaking company

Due to the regulations of the State Secretariat for Migration, we can only accept applications for this position from nationals of EU or EFTA states.

We are not interested in enquiries from recruitment agencies.

  • Company BKW Energie AG
  • Job locations Bern, Lausanne
  • Employment level 80-100%
  • Remote work partly possible
  • Field of work Various
  • Position Career starter
  • Employment type Internship, trainee
  • Reference number S-25632

Questions about the application process

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Melanie Reber

Verantwortliche Einstiegsprogramme +41 79 275 52 78

We use the term 'all' in our job titles because the BKW Group values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, gender, social or ethnic origin, skin colour, nationality, language, sexual orientation/identity or religion.

What you can look forward to

Meaningful work We make a valuable contribution to society and the environment. Together, we design the living spaces of tomorrow, where people can enjoy life.
Compensation and social contributions We offer market-competitive salaries as well as attractive social and fringe benefits. Remuneration is based on role and experience.
Working hours and holidays Our flexible working models give employees the opportunity to maintain a healthy work-life balance, for example by offering annualised hours contracts, remote working or unpaid leave.
Career training and further education A career with us opens many doors. We nurture specialist and managerial career paths equally, and offer personalised training and development opportunities.
Family and career balance Our varied childcare provision, family benefits and employee counselling service help our employees successfully combine their professional and family lives
Occupational health and safety We offer comprehensive services to support our employees' physical and mental health.
Attractive discounts With an employee share scheme, staff restaurant not to mention attractive discounts from third-party companies, there are also a number of additional benefits on offer.

Terms of employment may vary for certain positions (e.g. temporary employment).

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About us

BKW is an international company offering a wide range of services, from building technologies, infrastructure engineering to comprehensive energy solutions. Together with our 11,500 employees, we build networks, generate energy and deliver energy-efficient buildings, designing the sustainable living space of tomorrow.
We need people like you with ideas, commitment and dedication. Help us make a valuable contribution to society and our environment.
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