Graduate Development Program, Associate Business Partner, Technology Business Partnering

National Grid Plc; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment assistance

Undergraduate tuition reimbursement up

Graduate studies tuition reimbursement

Job summary

National Grid is offering a Graduate Development Program: Associate Business Partner in Technology Business Partnering, focused on SAP environments and enterprise technology delivery in the US Northeast. You’ll support SAP S/4HANA, EC Payroll, and related systems, working with SAP Basis, infra teams, and vendors.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across development, QA, and production environments, with rotations, mentoring, and structured development activities during the year-long program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/IT/MIS or related field from an accredited institution.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027.
• US work authorization without visa sponsorship required.

Responsibilities

• Support installation, configuration, monitoring, maintenance, and health checks of SAP systems (S/4HANA, EC Payroll, Solution Manager, BTP).
• Coordinate client copies, system refreshes, transport requests, and changes across development, QA, and production.
• Assist with SAP kernel upgrades, patches, housekeeping, and security-related activities.
• Monitor SAP performance and troubleshoot, escalating complex issues as needed.
• Collaborate with network, database, OS, security, and infrastructure teams to resolve issues and coordinate environment refreshes and patching.
• Maintain SAP documentation, operating procedures, tickets, and records while pursuing training and hands-on experience.

Skills

Windows & Linux

Relational databases

Networking

System administration

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, MIS, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

Job description

Graduate Development Program, Associate Business Partner, Technology Business Partnering

Are you ready to start your career supporting the technology behind critical business operations? As an Associate Business Partner in Technology Business Partnering, you'll help maintain and improve National Grid's SAP environments, including S/4HANA, Employee Central Payroll, Solution Manager, Business Technology Platform, and related systems.

You’ll work alongside experienced SAP Basis administrators, infrastructure teams, vendors, and business partners to support system availability, performance, upgrades, environment management, and technical issue resolution. You’ll also help coordinate activities across development, quality assurance, and production environments.

This is a great opportunity for you if you’re looking to build practical experience in SAP administration, cloud technology, databases, operating systems, networking, and enterprise technology delivery.

What You’ll Do

• Support the installation, configuration, monitoring, maintenance, and routine health checks of SAP systems, including SAP S/4HANA, Employee Central Payroll, Solution Manager, and SAP Business Technology Platform.
• Help manage SAP environments by coordinating client copies, system refreshes, environment usage, transport requests, and system changes across development, quality assurance, and production.
• Assist with SAP kernel upgrades, patches, support packages, housekeeping, and other activities that help keep systems secure, available, and reliable.
• Monitor SAP system performance and troubleshoot technical issues, escalating complex problems to senior team members, vendors, or partner teams as needed.
• Collaborate with network, database, operating system, security, and infrastructure teams to resolve issues and coordinate activities such as environment refreshes and patching.
• Maintain SAP documentation, operating procedures, tickets, and technical records while continuing to build your skills through training, mentoring, and hands-on experience.

What You’ll Need to Apply

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited institution
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027
• Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027
• 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)
• Foundational knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, relational databases, networking, and system administration, along with strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

It Would Be Awesome If You Had

• Experience with SAP, cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud, or technical projects completed through internships, coursework, labs, or personal projects.
• Familiarity with IT service management concepts, ITIL processes, or ticketing tools such as ServiceNow.
• Exposure to databases such as Oracle, SAP HANA, Microsoft SQL Server, or IBM DB2, along with an interest in learning SAP Basis administration.

What You’ll Get in Return

• Structured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback to accelerate your career growth
• Exposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business
• Opportunities to build your professional network and develop lasting industry connections
• Meaningful work and real-world experience that provide a strong foundation for a long-term career at National Grid
• Competitive salary ranging from $75,000 to $94,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package
• Financial 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
• Practical exposure to SAP S/4HANA, Employee Central Payroll, Solution Manager, SAP Business Technology Platform, and related systems.
• Guidance from experienced SAP Basis professionals and opportunities to learn through structured development and hands-on work.

About 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 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.

GDP Information Technology & Digital Rotations

In IT & D, we’re working at the heart of change and harnessing the power of technology to build a cleaner, fairer, and more affordable future for all. Innovation is providing our edge in finding a better way for everyone. In fact, we like to think of ourselves as a band of unsung heroes. Our IT Graduate Development Rotational Program will provide you with the opportunity to be at the heart of this transformation. The program consists of an 18-month exploration consisting of three 6-month rotations in varying IT & Digital departments. Your rst rotation will be in the role outlined below and you will return to this role following two broadening 6-month rotations where you will solve complex problems and focus on growth that will transform the energy sector as we know it.

About National Grid

National 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.

We 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.

Are you ready to unlock the power of the possible?

More Information

Salary Range
Waltham or Northboro, MA $75,000 - $88,000 a year

Brooklyn, NY $80,000 - $94,000 a year

National 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.

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 Tuesday, December 1, 2026. <