Graduate Data Specialist – AI, Cloud & Energy

National Grid; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days' annual leave

Cycle-to-work scheme

Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans

£2,000 joining bonus

£2,400 completion bonus

Accommodation allowance up to £200/mo

Job summary

National Grid in London offers a 18-month Graduate Programme as a Graduate Data Specialist in IT & Digital. You’ll gain hands-on experience across data, AI and digital disciplines, working on projects that support a national infrastructure and greener energy future.

The role entails rotations across UK sites, close mentoring, and structured training to build leadership and technical skills. You’ll join a programme based in Holborn with hybrid working options and a starting salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 in Maths, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Science or closely related degree.
• Interest in data, AI and digital technologies and willingness to learn through hands-on experience.
• Flexibility to travel to National Grid offices within rotations.

Responsibilities

• Analyse data to improve quality, accessibility and value across the business.
• Explore how data and AI can support energy transition and infrastructure.
• Design, build and improve data solutions including cloud platforms, pipelines and reporting.
• Create insights, dashboards and visualisations for informed decisions.
• Support data governance, security and compliance, and promote AI tools safely.
• Collaborate across the business and develop technical and project delivery skills.

Job description

National Grid in London offers a 18-month Graduate Programme as a Graduate Data Specialist in IT & Digital. You’ll gain hands-on experience across data, AI and digital disciplines, working on projects that support a national infrastructure and greener energy future.

The role entails rotations across UK sites, close mentoring, and structured training to build leadership and technical skills. You’ll join a programme based in Holborn with hybrid working options and a starting salary.