Graduate Development Program, Associate Data Analyst, Management Data Analysis

At National Grid, we’re Superpowered

The world of energy is changing faster than ever. At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that. We’re dreamers, big-thinkers, innovators, and builders. We’re shaping the current, to change the future. We know that a clean, fair, and affordable energy future is in our hands. So, we explore with energy, with innovation and technology powering our progress, and helping us to find a better way to deliver energy to all National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen – inspiring us, giving us time to recharge and providing a safety net on tougher days. But it’s our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us stronger. So join us, and power the future of energy. Find what makes you Superpowered.

Find your superpower with 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 full-time position outlined below and take part in ongoing development activities including quarterly development sessions, active mentorship, and a Hackathon Project.

About the Position

As an Associate Data Analyst, Management Data Analysis you will manage, support, and monitor contracts and contractual relationships for outsourced electric construction contracts for National Grid. In this role you will gather data, develop reports, prepare presentations, and make recommendations related to these contracts and serve as the point of contact for our contractors. You will also have the opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative team of fellow data analysts.

This is a hybrid role based in Waltham, Massachusetts.

What You’ll Do

As an Associate Data Analyst, you will work to provide the valuable metrics on contract performance that drive the assignment of work and identify risks related to safety. 

In this role you will: 

• Summarize and interpret statistical results and designs and implement process improvements. 
• Analyze performance, business modeling, general business operations and benchmark across similar organizations. 
• Drive new initiatives and work closely with key stakeholders to find a better way to develop and deliver projects more efficiently. 
• Development and refinement of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Troubleshoot issues, address concerns and present findings to stakeholders, both internal and external, for Distribution, Transmission, Substation, Civil and Matting categories of work. 
• Ensure all data is robust, accurate, consistent, and formatted for relevant audiences, and compare and analyze plans and forecasts with actual results. 
• Develop strong working relationships with all departments involved in the organization development. 

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor or Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, data science, or equivalent from an accredited institution    
• Graduated between May 2024 and June 2025   
• Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 2, 2025 or July 7, 2025
• 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

• Coding experience
• Data analysis experience

More Information

Salary Range 
Waltham, Massachusetts $62,900 - $81,400 a year 

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 Sunday, October 13th  

National 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. 

Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation ("DOT") covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company’s testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational or medical purposes, will remain in effect for these safety-sensitive, DOT covered positions. 

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience, and expertise.  We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve.  National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.