Graduate Development Program, Associate Data Analyst, Electric Projects Estimating

About the Position

Ready to turn data into insights that help power the future of energy? As an Associate Data Analyst, you'll use data to uncover trends, solve business challenges, and help drive smarter decisions across major electric infrastructure projects. Working with financial, project, and operational data, you'll transform complex information into meaningful insights that support the estimating team and contribute to the delivery of critical investments that keep communities connected.

In this role, you'll collaborate with estimators and stakeholders across the business to analyze data, build dashboards, create impactful reports, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency. You'll develop experience with data visualization, analytics, and emerging technologies while strengthening your technical, business, and communication skills. If you're naturally curious, enjoy solving problems, and want to see the real-world impact of your work, you'll thrive on this collaborative team that values fresh ideas, continuous learning, and innovation.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze financial, project, and operational data to uncover trends, answer business questions, and support decision-making across capital electric projects.
• Build and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations that help stakeholders turn data into actionable insights.
• Partner with estimators and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and streamline workflows.
• Support data extraction, validation, and reporting activities to help ensure information is accurate, reliable, and meaningful.
• Present findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences, translating complex data into clear takeaways.
• Explore emerging analytics, automation, and AI tools while developing your technical, business, and problem-solving skills through real-world projects and collaboration.

What You'll Need to Apply

• Bachelors or Master's degree from an accredited institution. Preferably in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Finance, Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics or a related field.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate data, identify trends, and support business decisions.
• Ability to communicate insights clearly and collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• 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 using tools like Python, SQL, Snowflake, or similar technologies to explore data, solve problems, and uncover insights.
• Experience creating dashboards, reports, or data visualizations using Power BI, Tableau, or other reporting tools.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, or stakeholder engagement through student organizations, academic projects, internships, volunteer work, athletics, or extracurricular activities.

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 $73,000 to $86,000, 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 or Waltham, Massachusetts $73,000 - $86,000 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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