2026 Digital and Data Analyst Industrial Placement

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.

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

As an Industrial Placement Student in the Digital and Data team at National Grid, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to the UK’s energy transition by supporting two key functions—Infrastructure Delivery (ID) and Customer Network Development (CND). Both pathways offer unique experiences where you’ll apply digital tools and data analytics to real-world energy projects, helping to improve efficiency, decision-making, and customer outcomes.

Pathway 1: Infrastructure Delivery (ID)

Infrastructure Delivery is responsible for executing major projects that expand and enhance the energy network. This includes building and upgrading substations and transmission lines to ensure the safe and reliable distribution of electricity and gas. The team manages the full project lifecycle—from feasibility studies to construction and commissioning—while supporting initiatives like the Great Grid Upgrade, which connects more clean, low-carbon power to the transmission network across England and Wales.

Pathway 2: Customer Network Development (CND)

Customer Network Development focuses on connecting new and existing generation and demand customers to the energy network. The team builds offers that include contractual and technical requirements, designs appropriate connection solutions, and manages delivery efficiently. CND is also redesigning the connections process to reduce lead times and improve customer satisfaction, playing a vital role in enabling the energy transition through excellent service and strong industry relationships.

As an Industrial Placement Student in the Digital and Data team, you’ll be part of a growing function that’s transforming how infrastructure projects are delivered. You’ll gain hands-on experience using digital tools and data analytics to improve project efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making—while contributing to real-world energy projects that shape the UK’s future.

What You’ll Do

• Support the development and enhancement of digital tools and platforms for project management and reporting.
• Help automate workflows to reduce manual processes and improve productivity.
• Assist in collecting, managing, and analysing project data to provide meaningful insights.
• Work with engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to understand data requirements and contribute to solution design.
• Build dashboards and performance metrics to monitor project progress, costs, and resource use.
• Explore innovative technologies and methodologies to improve project outcomes.
• Ensure digital solutions align with safety, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Contribute to a data-driven culture by promoting best practices in data management and analytics.

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 achieve, or be working towards, a minimum 2:2 in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics or Statistics.

Location

 This role is based in Warwick and may offer 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 group

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.

More Information

You can only apply for one Industrial Placement opportunity during this recruitment cycle. We kindly ask that you review all our student opportunities and apply for the one that aligns closest with your aspirations and interests.

We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close our vacancies once we have enough applications/based on volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as early as possible to ensure you obtain the place you want in the application process. 

Assessment centres will be held between November - April 2026

National Grid's Graduate & Student opportunities in the UK are open to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria including an existing and valid right to work in the UK. As part of the application process this will need to be evidenced and verified before you can start the programme.

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.

Please be aware that it’s your responsibility to explore avenues of working in the UK, as we're not able to provide advice on this. For information about visas please visit https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas