Graduate Development Program, Associate Analyst, Emergency Planning- Electric

About the Position

Ready to help communities prepare for the unexpected? As an Associate Analyst with the Emergency Planning Electric team, you will build business, analytical, and emergency management skills through National Grid's Graduate Development Program while supporting critical emergency preparedness and response initiatives. You will help strengthen storm and emergency readiness through planning, data analysis, performance reporting, stakeholder coordination, and response activities.

This is a great opportunity to gain exposure to many areas of the business while developing data analytics, communication, and problem-solving skills. You'll turn data into insights, support KPI development and performance reporting, and contribute to initiatives that help National Grid prepare for and respond to storms and other operational events.

As you grow in the role, you'll take on increasing responsibility, gain visibility with leaders across the organization, and contribute to high-impact work that supports our customers and communities. This role is a great fit for someone who is curious, motivated to learn, and excited to use data to solve real-world business challenges.

What You’ll Do

• Turn data into actionable insights by collecting, analyzing, and communicating information that helps strengthen emergency preparedness, storm response, and operational readiness.
• Build and enhance dashboards, performance reports, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that help measure storm response performance, operational effectiveness, and critical emergency response decisions.
• Contribute to emergency planning, storm readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives that help keep our customers, communities, and operations supported during major events.
• Collaborate with Emergency Planning, Electric Operations, and business partners across National Grid to solve problems, improve processes, and drive operational excellence.
• Create presentations, reports, and data-driven recommendations that transform complex information into clear insights for stakeholders and leaders across the organization.
• Participate in emergency response activities, cross-functional projects, and Graduate Development Program opportunities that build your business, analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

What You’ll Need to Apply

• Bachelor or Master’s degree from an accredited institution. Preferably in Emergency Management, Business, Engineering, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an interest in using data to identify trends, solve problems, and improve business processes.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate findings and insights clearly to different audiences.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Power BI, Power Automate, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and SharePoint; experience with data visualization or reporting tools is a plus.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027
• Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027
• Valid driver’s license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid’s Safe Driver policy
• Work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (such as sponsorship for an H-1B, TN, O, L, STEM OPT, or other employment-based work authorization)

It would be awesome if you had

• Experience working with large data, performance metrics, dashboards, or reporting through coursework, research, internships, co-ops, or other projects.
• Experience using Power BI, Power Automate, Excel, or similar tools to analyze data and communicate insights.
• Internship, co-op, academic, military, volunteer, or professional experience involving analytics, project coordination, process improvement, emergency management, or utility operations.

What You'll Get in Return

• Structured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback to accelerate your career growth
• Exposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business
• Opportunities to build your professional network and develop lasting industry connections
• Meaningful work and real-world experience that provide a strong foundation for a long-term career at National Grid
• Competitive salary ranging from $81,000 to $91,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package
• Financial support for your future through up to $6,000 in student loan repayment assistance and tuition reimbursement benefits of up to $8,000 annually for undergraduate studies and $10,000 annually for graduate studies

About the Graduate Development Program

National Grid’s Graduate Development Program (GDP) is a year-long development program for recent college graduates who aspire to take on future leadership roles in a dynamic, ever-changing industry. Graduates will shape the future of National Grid. Bringing fresh thinking, new perspectives, and exploring with energy, we’ll give you real responsibility and an opportunity to move with purpose from day one – putting the power to supercharge your career in your hands.

Graduates start their careers at National Grid with an in-depth 3-week in-person Orientation which gives you exposure to all parts of the company, allows you to network with your Graduate cohort, GDP alumni, and senior leaders, and provides you with the opportunity to travel throughout our service territory in the northeast US. Following Orientation, you’ll begin working in the full-time position outlined below and take part in robust in-person and virtual development activities throughout the year. This includes monthly development sessions, active mentorship, and an intensive and immersive “Hackathon Project” where you “hack” a real-world National Grid problem.

About National Grid

National Grid is the critical energy infrastructure company, operating the electricity and gas networks and infrastructures that connects millions of people to the energy they use every day, supporting homes, businesses and communities across Massachusetts and New York.

We know the future of energy won't be shaped by what we know today. It will be shaped by what's possible tomorrow. That's why we're investing in the next generation of talent, giving undergraduates and graduates the opportunity to learn from experts, gain hands-on experience and contribute to work that matters from day one.

Are you ready to unlock the power of the possible?

More Information

Salary Range Northboro, Massachusetts $81,000 - $91,000 a year

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Please note US Colleagues must reside within our existing footprint, which includes Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island and Vermont. As a National Grid employee, you should also reside within a reasonable, commutable distance to your assigned primary office.

Applications close on December 1, 2026. As we review applications on a rolling basis, this posting may close earlier if we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications. Early application is encouraged.

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