Welcome to the AWE Hub

What if you could work on something that you can’t test… but cannot afford to fail? That could have spent years on a submarine, is launched into outer space (where the temperature is below -250c); comes hurtling through the atmosphere, being heated up and shaken and then must work? Some challenge.

That’s exactly what the team of over 6,500 people at AWE do every day: delivering important work, in support of the most important mission – keeping the nation safe.

We recruit from all STEM disciplines.

Degree Apprenticeships

Opportunities: 7 - hiring multiple candidates

Placements/Internships

Opportunities: 21 - hiring multiple candidates

Graduate Jobs

Opportunities: 7 - hiring multiple candidates

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The facts

AWE has played a crucial role in the defence of the United Kingdom for over 60 years.

AWE's work covers the entire life cycle of nuclear warheads - from concept to disposal.

AWE employs approximately 5,000 staff (plus around 6,000 contractors).

AWE's headquarters are in Aldermaston, Berkshire.

AWE houses some of the world's most advanced experimental facilities.

AWE covers a number of technical areas which include our support to the UK's deterrent.

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Who we are

AWE Apprentices

Cameron

Graduate Scientist

"I chose AWE due to the varied, interesting opportunities that the graduate scheme offers. I felt experiencing a variety of placements spanning the entire business would be a really engaging introduction to a career with AWE."

George

Nuclear Engineering Degree Apprentice

"Do not hesitate about applying as there are so many opportunities to develop your skills and further your career."

AWE showcases World Environment Day

Events to celebrate World Environment Day were held at AWE’s sites at Aldermaston and Burghfield to raise awareness of environmental issues.

AWE remains one of the biggest and best

It was a night to remember with AWE coming 21st in the list of the 2022 Top 25 Best Big Companies to work for, based on employee feedback. And it didn’t stop there with AWE receiving a further award.