Graduate Development Program, Associate Product Manager, US Electric IT

National Grid Plc; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 78,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured development opportunities

Mentorship and feedback

Cross-functional exposure to IT &電

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

National Grid is seeking an Associate Product Manager for the US Electric IT STREAMS program in New York. You will support modernization of asset management, and work with Electric Operations, IT, Engineering, and delivery teams to translate business needs into technology solutions.

You will gain hands-on experience across software delivery, electric operations, and program management, with mentorship and increasing responsibility as you progress through the GDP rotations in IT & Digital.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Project Management, Business, Information Technology, Engineering, Operations, Communications, 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 require sponsorship of a visa for employment in the United States

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships across Electric Operations, IT, Engineering, Product, delivery teams, and external partners.
• Help translate customer and stakeholder needs into clear business problems, requirements, product opportunities, and actionable next steps.
• Support project and product planning, including roadmaps, priorities, backlogs, schedules, dependencies, risks, and key decisions.
• Help facilitate workshops, working sessions, demonstrations, product discussions, and stakeholder meetings using clear and engaging communication.
• Participate across the software delivery lifecycle, including discovery, backlog refinement, planning, testing, user acceptance testing, implementation, adoption, and retrospectives.
• Use Microsoft 365, Jira, and related tools to organize information, track work, document decisions, and communicate progress.
• Identify and raise risks, dependencies, and issues early while helping teams navigate ambiguity and align around shared outcomes.
• Gradually take ownership of a defined STREAMS capability or project area while building a strong foundation in technology, Electric Operations, software delivery, and program management.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Stakeholder management

Agile

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree

Tools

Jira

Microsoft 365

Job description

About The Position

Are you ready to help shape the future of electric asset management? As an Associate Product Manager in US Electric IT team, you’ll support the STREAMS program, a strategic transformation focused on modernizing how National Grid’s Electric business manages assets, plans and executes work, and enables field operations.

About The Position

Are you ready to help shape the future of electric asset management? As an Associate Product Manager in US Electric IT team, you’ll support the STREAMS program, a strategic transformation focused on modernizing how National Grid’s Electric business manages assets, plans and executes work, and enables field operations.

You’ll work alongside Electric Operations, IT, Engineering, Product, delivery teams, and external partners to turn business needs into practical technology solutions. Along the way, you’ll build experience in software delivery, electric utility operations, project and product management, and stakeholder engagement.

This is a developmental role for someone who is curious, self‑motivated, comfortable navigating ambiguity, and excited to build strong relationships. You’ll receive coaching, mentorship, and opportunities to shadow experienced team members as you build your knowledge, with increasing responsibility and ownership as you progress.

What You’ll Do

• Build trusted relationships across Electric Operations, IT, Engineering, Product, delivery teams, and external partners.
• Help translate customer and stakeholder needs into clear business problems, requirements, product opportunities, and actionable next steps.
• Support project and product planning, including roadmaps, priorities, backlogs, schedules, dependencies, risks, and key decisions.
• Help facilitate workshops, working sessions, demonstrations, product discussions, and stakeholder meetings using clear and engaging communication.
• Participate across the software delivery lifecycle, including discovery, backlog refinement, planning, testing, user acceptance testing, implementation, adoption, and retrospectives.
• Use Microsoft 365, Jira, and related tools to organize information, track work, document decisions, and communicate progress.
• Identify and raise risks, dependencies, and issues early while helping teams navigate ambiguity and align around shared outcomes.
• Gradually take ownership of a defined STREAMS capability or project area while building a strong foundation in technology, Electric Operations, software delivery, and program management.

What You’ll Need to Apply

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Project Management, Business, Information Technology, Engineering, Operations, Communications, 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)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and simplify complex topics for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A collaborative mindset, strong listening skills, curiosity, and the ability to understand different perspectives, manage priorities, and turn discussions into practical next steps.

It would be awesome if you had

• Internship, co-op, academic, or work experience involving project coordination, technology, software development, electric utilities, operations, process improvement, or stakeholder engagement.
• Exposure to Agile ways of working, product management, project delivery, Jira, Microsoft 365, or similar tools.
• Experience leading a team or initiative, facilitating a project, presenting information, or bringing people together around a shared goal.

Why STREAMS Matters

STREAMS is helping modernize the technology and processes used to manage National Grid’s electric assets and work. As part of the team, you’ll gain hands‑on experience working on a large‑scale transformation that connects technology, data, field operations, engineering, and the people who help operate and maintain the electric network.

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 $78,000 to $102,000, 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
• Experience across IT, Electric Operations, software development, product delivery, stakeholder management, and program management while building skills that can support a wide range of future career opportunities.
• The opportunity to contribute to technology solutions that support the teams responsible for delivering reliable electric service.

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.

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 first 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, MA $87,000 - $102,000 a year

Syracuse, NY $78,000 - $91,000 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. As we review applications on a rolling basis, this posting may close earlier if we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications. Early application is encouraged.

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