As a cornerstone of France’s energy strategy, nuclear power has emerged as an essential solution for generating carbon-free, reliable electricity. With the France 2030 plan, the industry is entering a historic phase of modernization, projected to create 10,000 to 15,000 jobs per year for roles ranging from technicians to engineers. Discover our specialized training programs, which—thanks to strong industry partnerships—open the door to an innovative, sustainable career at the heart of tomorrow’s climate challenges.
A field worth exploring if you're interested in science, physics, or industrial technology.
In the face of climate change and the need to produce carbon-free energy, nuclear power plays a vital role in France’s electricity mix. It enables the generation of large quantities of electricity with zero CO2 emissions during operation and very low emissions over its entire life cycle, while providing controllable generation—which is essential for maintaining the balance of the power grid.
The nuclear industry draws on a wide range of skills: physics, engineering, and maintenance, as well as digital technology and project management. It encompasses the operation of nuclear power plants to generate electricity, as well as the entire life cycle of these facilities: design, construction, operation, maintenance, decommissioning, waste management, and research.
As a result, it offers a wide variety of careers, accessible at various levels of education—from technician to engineer, and extending to roles in research and project management. Every day, these professionals help generate carbon-free energy, ensure the safety of facilities, and develop the technologies of tomorrow.
In France, nuclear energy is a top national priority, particularly as part of the France 2030 plan. The government plans to make significant investments, allocating more than 1 billion euros to develop innovative reactors, enhance safety, and support the skills essential to the industry. Recruitment needs are also high: between 10,000 and 15,000 jobs are expected to be created by 2030, across all skill levels.
Our nuclear-specific training programs are developed in close collaboration with stakeholders in the nuclear industry. These stakeholders contribute to the program’s operation (through advisory committees) and instruction (via industry instructors). This synergy results in internships and work-study programs within the nuclear industry during the training, and ultimately leads to numerous permanent job offers.
Choosing a nuclear-related program means entering a sector with a bright future, at the heart of energy and environmental challenges. It also means joining a dynamic, innovative field that offers long-term career opportunities.
Our Recommended Undergraduate Programs
These programs prepare you to apply for a master's degree or admission to an engineering school with a specialized curriculum in nuclear engineering.
Our Recommended Graduate Programs
3 examples of careers we prepare you for
- Nuclear Safety Engineer
The safety engineer contributes to safety at all nuclear facilities, primarily during operation, but also during design and decommissioning. Their role is essential to ensuring the safe operation of facilities. They provide technical expertise to managers (project managers, facility managers, etc.) and participate in safety-related decision-making. Depending on the position, their responsibilities may vary: operational roles related to operations or design, technical support, or oversight.
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- Nuclear Facility Decommissioning Engineer
The decommissioning engineer prepares and oversees decommissioning plans for facilities at the end of their life cycle. This role requires a wide range of scientific and technical skills, as well as strong teamwork abilities. The engineer collaborates with professionals from many different fields (waste management, radiation protection, safety, civil engineering, robotics, etc.).
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- Radioactive Waste Engineer
The radioactive waste engineer coordinates the entire waste management process at a nuclear site (collection, sorting, recovery, treatment, measurements, inspections, and logistics oversight). The engineer’s goal is to ensure safe and environmentally responsible waste management, in line with a sustainable development approach.
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