Empowering future leaders, St1’s Energy Transition Talent Program offers employees and, for the first time in 2025, external applicants the opportunity to grow into key roles.

The talent program develops young professionals to lead the shift toward sustainable energy by offering unique, growth-focused opportunities, including international rotations and tailored career development. The program is designed to prepare young professionals for more senior roles, equipping them with a well-rounded skill set to one day lead the change.

Not an ordinary graduate program

The Energy Transition Talent Program is a commercial and strategy-focused program tailored for individuals who aim to be at the forefront of the energy transition. The 18-monthlong development journey consists of three rotations in different roles and units at St1 in Finland, Sweden, Norway, or the UK.

“The program offers a truly unique experience, combining diverse rotations across our organisation with the opportunity to work abroad. On top of that, the participants are full-time, permanent employees from day one. The program is a stepping stone to a long-term role, one that builds on what you’ve learned and is defined together along the journey,” says Tom Rinne, St1’s Head of HR.

Tom Rinne, St1’s Head of HR

Inspiring growth journeys

So far, two iterations of the program have taken place, producing inspiring career stories. Participants had the opportunity to drive the energy transition across our value chains while growing both professionally and personally, gaining a deeper understanding of their own strengths and ambitions.

“This program has proven to me that I can quickly learn new things and adapt to new roles,” says Matias Mattheiszen, who participated in the program, and currently works as business analyst in the Strategy Management Office at St1.

Matias Mattheiszen, former participant, and currently works as business analyst in the Strategy Management Office at St1.

Pinja Helasuo also appreciated the experience and was motivated by the opportunity to advance the energy transition:

“Working at St1 is really meaningful to me because contributing positively to solving climate change is the most important thing I can do at work.” After completing the program, Helasuo has started working in her new role as power portfolio analyst.

Pinja Helasuo, former participant of the program, currently a power portfolio analyst.

Each participant followed a unique training path designed to align their interests and skills with St1’s business needs.

“I was able to get a program which was almost tailor-made to my goals and aspirations, which has given me a great opportunity to challenge myself and learn,” Daniel Campos explains. Daniel now works as a strategic project manager within the Sales & Retail Business Unit.

Daniel Campos, former participant and currently a strategic project manager in the Sales & Retail Business Unit.

A challenging yet rewarding selection process

The launch of St1’s first external talent program sparked high interest. We received nearly a thousand applications from across the Nordics and beyond.

“It was wonderful to see the level of enthusiasm towards the program. The level of talent made the selection process tough, and I believe we found St1’s future game changers,” says Marcus Pegg, Head of Strategy Management Office, who mentors and leads the talents in the program.

Marcus Pegg, Head of Strategy Management Office

Final selections were made by the end of 2025, and the selected participants began their exciting 18-month rotations at the beginning of January 2026. We welcome our new colleagues to St1 and will support them to grow beyond the ordinary.