Intro to the graduate
My name is Ameera, and I’m a 26-year-old Ørsted graduate from Bangi, Malaysia. I joined the programme in and did my first rotation in Gentofte, Denmark. Currently I’m doing my second rotation in Kuala Lumpur within electronic instrument engineering.
I have a bachelor’s degree in electrical and electronics engineering from The University of Edinburgh and graduated back in 2022. On a more personal note, I’m the youngest of five siblings, enjoy cooking and recently got into bouldering.
What was your journey into the Ørsted Graduate Programme?
When I was a student, I learnt about the graduate programme from a friend of mine who was an Ørsted graduate, and I thought it sounded interesting. When the time came for me to find my first job after graduation, I was lucky that Ørsted was looking for a graduate within electronic and electrical engineering. This position was a great match for me, both in terms of what I wanted to work with and as it fitted into my previous experience, so I decided to apply.
What attracted you to Ørsted?
I chose Ørsted as they support their graduates and offer a possibility to work with colleagues from other cultures and parts of the world. In addition, it feels good to be part of a company that has a strong purpose.
Another thing I appreciate is that the programme allows us to do rotations within different departments. When I joined Ørsted, I was still fresh out of university, and there was a lot of topics I hadn’t been exposed to as a student. When you complete your studies, you often have limited knowledge of what you really want to work with. This is where the rotations are great, because they allow us to see not only what we’re passionate about, but also what we’re good at.
What has been the highlight of being a graduate at Ørsted so far?
There are several highlights of being a graduate, but the main one must be to work in a global company. Working with people from diverse backgrounds is exciting and teaches you how to work with people from other cultures than your own.
Another highlight of my journey is being part of the network with the other graduates in my cohort. With our fellow graduates, we go through the same programme, and there’s is this feeling that we’re in this together. We cherish things together and also have a variety of social events.
What has surprised you the most about working at Ørsted?
When I first joined the company, there were a lot of things I didn’t know – especially about the technical part. This was a bit overwhelming at first. Luckily, Ørsted has a buddy system, where a buddy is assigned to you. The buddies are very helpful, no matter how silly your question might be.
Another thing that surprised me was how collaborative the work environment at Ørsted is. We have offices in different regions and therefore, you also get to work with many cultures and come to appreciate them.
Advice to other applicants?
As a graduate, you need to adapt and be able to work in different teams. You’ll meet a lot of new people and be a part of a big global company. However, you have a good support system that can help you along the way.
Being fresh out of university, the programme is a good way to get an introduction to the company and explore the renewable energy industry. Whether you’re in the technical area or not.
When applying for the graduate programme, explain your past experience and ensure that it matches the job description. It might be a general tip, but also remember to do your best to prepare for the interview.
How do you see your future at Ørsted?
Ørsted is a good company to be a part of, and the culture is both collaborative and inspiring. I can see myself working in Ørsted for many years, because there are ways to advance your career internally. There are examples of Ørsted employees who end up in senior positions at a later point in their career even though they started as graduates, which I find quite inspiring.
As for me, after the programme ends or within two to three years, I aspire to become a senior engineer. Over time and as I gain more experience, I hope to go towards a role in project management. My aspiration is definitely to be the person who new graduates feel comfortable in reaching out to and asking questions.
