Commercial and Projects Industrial Placement

Finance, Economics, Project Management, Business.

About us

National Grid is at the heart of the UK energy network keeping people connected and society moving. We develop, own and maintain the physical infrastructure, such as pylons and cables needed to move the electricity generated from windfarms and power sources around the country. Every time a phone is plugged in, or a switch is turned on, we’ve played a part, connecting you to the electricity you need - and we’re leading the transformation towards a greener future, dreaming bigger to bring a more affordable energy future to everyone.

I work for National Grid
There’s never been a more exciting time to join the energy sector. It’s a transformational era as we work to come up with solutions that will enable us to cut carbon emissions and tackle climate change. We need problem solvers, creative thinkers and people with passion to help us deliver a clean, green energy system for the future.

But it’s our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us stronger. But it’s no small feat – and we need the best to join us in our mission. So, join us and power the future of energy.

About the role

National Grid Ventures (NGV) is our business area which focuses on energy ventures, including Interconnectors. Interconnectors play a key part in the UK’s energy industry, connecting us to our neighbouring countries and providing sustainable, flexible energy transmission. NGV currently owns and operates a portfolio of interconnectors and is in the process of constructing and developing a number of further interconnectors. 

By 2024, National Grid Ventures will operate enough interconnector capacity to power around 8 million UK homes. Big projects mean big numbers. That's why we need the right people behind these subsea engineering marvels. The world of energy is changing beyond recognition as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. Working at National Grid, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come. 

We’re offering a 12-month Industrial Placement situated in the vital and strategic environment of National Grid Ventures. This placement is an opportunity to work across our Commercial, Customer and Regulation team which plays an essential role in maintaining the reliability of our energy assets, with a strong focus on safety and efficiency. 

Your responsibilities will cover a range of functions, including administration of our systems, reporting, dashboard creation, process improvement, project administration and other areas. This will give you great exposure to different disciplines and fields, including: 

  • Policy & Regulation. 
  • Commercial Operations, including IT Systems and stakeholder management. 
  • Optimisation, including strategy and market analysis. 
  • Portfolio Management including reporting, risk and project management. 

This placement is ideal for someone looking to gain practical experience, develop their skills, and establish a foundation for a career in operations within the energy sector. If you are up for a hands-on, educational, and beneficial experience, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our team at National Grid Ventures.  

Our Industrial Placement

Our 12-month Industrial Placement offers you the opportunity to kickstart your career within the energy sector and discover your unique superpower. Throughout your placement, you’ll receive a tailored development programme designed to support your growth and development. This includes a combination of in-person and virtual training sessions led by our development team, as well as access to a range digital learning tools to help further enhance your skills. 

Throughout your placement you’ll have opportunity to make connections amongst your cohort as well as regular check ins with a mentor and our Early Careers Team. Day-to-day, your placement manager will provide you access to a variety of on-the-job opportunities where you’ll take on real assignments and projects to make a genuine impact within your respective function. By the end of your placement, you’ll have developed your understanding of our business and the energy sector for your future career. 

What you'll need to apply

  • You'll need to be in your penultimate year at University, on track to achieve a minimum 2:2 in any STEM degree discipline. You’ll need to commit to a 12-month Industrial Placement that will begin June 2025 and be eager to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting.
  • You’ll need flexibility to travel within role and throughout your placement as required.

Location

This role is based in National Grid House in Warwick and offers flexible hybrid working, where possible.

What you'll get in return

As a first step to your career in the energy industry, our Industrial Placement programmes are like no other. You’ll gain an insight into how we work at National Grid, providing you with a taster of the opportunities that await you. In addition, you’ll also receive some great rewards and benefits:

  • Starting salary of £24,109
  • 26 days' holiday
  • A chance to land a place on our Graduate Programme subject to your performance during your placement.
  • Pensions plan, share-option scheme and flexible benefits
  • 3 days development training, volunteering opportunities, close mentorship and regular feedback
  • Invitation to join Newnet, our new starters network and employee resource groups

You’ll gain more than just experience. We believe in nurturing talent and recognising exceptional performance. If you excel during your placement, you may receive an offer to join our Graduate Programme after you successfully complete your degree.

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  • Deadline
    Ongoing
  • Starting
    June 2025
  • Salary
    £24,109 + benefits
  • Degree required
    2:2 and above (expected)
  • Duration
    12 months
  • Location
    Warwick (Hybrid)
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Preferred Disciplines...
  • Analytics
  • Business
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Maths
  • Project Management
  • Statistics
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  • All STEM disciplines
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