Graduate Associate: Energy Data & DER Programs

National Grid; Northboro (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid is seeking an Associate Specialist to support Massachusetts DER programs, manage post-connection data, and coordinate customer communications. You will analyze facility data for reporting, assist with regulatory filings, and help improve processes across teams.

The role offers structured development through the Graduate Program, exposure to leadership, and opportunities to contribute to cross-functional projects starting June 2027 in Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027.
• Work authorization to be employed in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate with technical and non-technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Track post-connection activities, deliverables, customer needs, and regulatory requirements for Massachusetts DER programs.
• Validate, maintain, and analyze distributed generation facility data for reporting and decisions.
• Assist with regulatory reports, filings, reconciliations, and other reporting requirements with a focus on data accuracy.
• Respond to customer and internal stakeholder questions and escalate complex issues as needed.
• Document discussions, decisions, risks, actions, and next steps in meetings.
• Create and update procedures, communications, training resources, templates, and knowledge content.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and customer experiences.
• Support process, system, reporting, automation, and customer experience improvements by gathering requirements and identifying solutions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Multi-priority management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business, Data Analytics, Energy, Environmental Studies, Communications, Operations

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

National Grid is seeking an Associate Specialist to support Massachusetts DER programs, manage post-connection data, and coordinate customer communications. You will analyze facility data for reporting, assist with regulatory filings, and help improve processes across teams.

The role offers structured development through the Graduate Program, exposure to leadership, and opportunities to contribute to cross-functional projects starting June 2027 in Massachusetts.