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As an Associate Scheduler on the Resource Availability Management (RAM) team, you will play an important role in supporting National Grid's gas operations across Massachusetts. You'll help coordinate workforce schedules, support resource planning activities, and contribute to operational readiness that keeps projects moving and supports emergency response efforts.\nThis role is a great opportunity to build experience in workforce planning, operations, and stakeholder management. You'll partner with dispatchers, supervisors, technicians, and business leaders to coordinate resources, solve real-time challenges, and gain valuable exposure to the teams and processes that help deliver safe and reliable energy to our customers every day.\nThe position includes rotational weekend coverage, not to exceed 12 single-day assignments per year, as well as rotational holiday coverage for approximately one holiday per year (up to two hours). All role requirements are subject to change based on business needs.\nWhat You'll Do\nSupport workforce planning and resource scheduling in a fast-paced operational environment.\nMaintain schedules that support daily operations, project work, and emergency response activities.\nTrack employee availability, training requirements, and scheduling exceptions to help ensure resources are available when needed.\nGenerate reports and analyze workforce data to support staffing decisions, accurate time coding, and operational planning.\nPartner with dispatchers, supervisors, technicians, and business leaders to coordinate resources and solve operational challenges.\nIdentify opportunities to improve processes, enhance efficiency, and support automation and continuous improvement initiatives.\nWhat You'll Need to Apply\nBachelors or Master's degree from an accredited institution. Preferably in Business Management, Program Management, Project Management, Computer Science, or a related field.\nGraduated between May 2026 and June 2027 \nAbility to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027\nValid driver’s license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid’s Safe Driver policy\nWork 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)\nIt would be awesome if you had\nExperience with Power BI, AI tools, automation, or data visualization through coursework, internships, projects, or extracurricular activities.\nExperience collaborating with diverse groups of people and communicating effectively to solve problems and achieve shared goals.\nWhat You’ll Get in Return\nStructured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback to accelerate your career growth\nExposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business\nOpportunities to build your professional network and develop lasting industry connections\nMeaningful work and real-world experience that provide a strong foundation for a long-term career at National Grid\nCompetitive salary ranging from $70,000 to $83,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package\nFinancial 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\nAbout the Graduate Development Program\nNational 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.\nGraduates 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.\nAbout National Grid\nNational 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.\nWe 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.\nAre you ready to unlock the power of the possible?\nMore Information\nSalary Range\nNorthboro, Massachusetts $70,000 - $83,000 a year\nNational 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.\nPlease 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.\nApplications close on December 1, 2026. As we review applications on a rolling basis, this posting may close earlier if we recieve a sufficient number of qualified applications. Early application is encouraged.\nNational Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.\nNational Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. 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