International Mobility
International mobility is essential for an engineer’s education, offering the global perspective and the acculturation necessary to tackle contemporary challenges.
This section provides a detailed overview of the specific professional and academic pathways I have envisioned for my international mobility program.
EDF UK
My choice to pursue an internship with EDF UK, specifically based in Bristol and contributing to the Hinkley Point C (HPC) and Sizewell C (SZC) projects, is driven by a profound interest in witnessing the execution of advanced nuclear systems on a massive scale.
The UK is currently leading Europe in the construction of new nuclear infrastructure, offering a unique opportunity to engage with this strategic commitment to achieving net zero by making energy more affordable and sustainable through nuclear power.
Given my background in the nuclear sector at EDF in France, applying my existing technical knowledge within the UK’s distinct engineering environment will allow me to accelerate my expertise in the nuclear sector.
EDF Power Solutions Brazil
Brazil stands out as one of the world’s biggest producers of renewable. I am seeking an internship with EDF Power Solutions Brazil, a company that develops, constructs, and operates power generation plants across multiple technologies, including hydro, wind, solar, and gas thermal, holding over 2.7 GW of installed capacity.
My goal is to immerse myself in one of the world’s most dynamic energy markets. This experience offers a chance to profoundly develop my skills by encountering a grid interface reality that is the complete opposite of the French system, providing exposure to large-scale renewable energy integration. This exposure will be invaluable, helping me develop essential skills and gain a deeper, more comprehensive understanding of the entire global energy transition landscape.
Huazhong University of Science and Technology (China)
Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST) is a preferred destination in China, as it is a partner in a collaborative exchange program with ENSEEIHT. I have chosen this institution not only because it is a top engineering school in China, but primarily because its research areas align precisely with my expertise and professional development goals. The specific research topics offered, notably power system automation, high voltage technology and power electronics are central to power generation engineering. Immersion in these specializations at a university of such high standing will allow me to significantly advance my theoretical and practical skills in fields essential for the modern energy transition.
Tohoku University (Japan)
The Tohoku University (Tohoku Daigaku) emerges as the most strategic and relevant choice on the list for my specialization in Electrical Engineering, specifically Power Electronics and Power Generation. This selection is first facilitated by the fact that the university is a partner in a collaborative exchange program with ENSEEIHT, ensuring smooth academic mobility. Tohoku is recognized as a premier institution in Japan, consistently ranked among the best in Engineering.
Its school of engineering excels due to cutting-edge research that aligns perfectly with my goals: it is at the forefront of Ultra energy-saving power electronics technologies, conducting in-depth studies on the use of next-generation semiconductor materials, such as GaN-on-Si (Gallium Nitride on Silicon) and SiC (Silicon Carbide) for innovative inverters and converters. Furthermore, its department is highly engaged in advanced social energy systems, which will allow me to acquire essential expertise in the infrastructure of energy production.
