RES is supporting the WindEurope Student Programme at the 2026 event in Madrid to help build future talent for the wind industry.
RES said the sector, which supports over 440,000 jobs in Europe, faces a growing workforce challenge requiring a broader and more diverse talent pipeline.
WindEurope added that the programme connects students with industry professionals to provide insight into careers and required skills in wind energy.
“The energy transition is not just a technical challenge. If we are serious about delivering a greener future, we need to attract and retain a much wider range of talent, including students, more women, more diverse backgrounds and interdisciplinary skills from other sectors,” said Maria Irvin, chief people and culture officer at RES.
“Students and indeed mature workers in adjacent sectors want to understand where they fit in and how they can contribute.”
“Europe’s wind industry has a major role to play in delivering a more competitive, secure and electrified energy system, but that depends on having the right people and skills in place,” said Mariana Batista, head of education and skills at WindEurope.
“That is why programmes like this matter.”
RES also hosted students at its operations and maintenance workshop in Albacete, Spain, offering practical insight into wind asset management.
The programme highlights a wide range of roles across engineering, digital technologies, environmental expertise and project development.