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
Are you passionate about building technology that makes a real impact? As a Graduate Software Engineer, you'll join a collaborative team where innovation, learning, and problem-solving are at the heart of everything we do. This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career in software engineering, working on real projects that support National Grid's mission to deliver safe, secure, and sustainable energy.
You'll be supported by experienced engineers as you develop your skills across the full software development lifecycle — from design and coding to testing and deployment. You'll work in an Agile environment, using modern tools and technologies to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business needs.
What You'll Be Doing
* Design and develop software using languages like Java, Python, or C++, contributing to applications that support millions of users.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver solutions aligned with business goals.
* Participate in code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting to maintain high standards and ensure smooth performance.
* Support software lifecycle practices, including automation, continuous integration, and secure operations.
* Contribute to system and software design, following established patterns and standards to meet functional and non-functional requirements.
* Engage with stakeholders, helping to manage communications, gather feedback, and improve customer relationships.
* Document processes and technical specifications, ensuring clarity and consistency across projects.
* Stay curious and keep learning, applying emerging technologies and methods to improve systems and tools.
Our Graduate Programme
As you'll be joining our 18-month graduate programme, you'll have a tailored development pathway to support you as you develop a wide range of leadership, business, and technical skills. You'll attend in-person and virtual development sessions throughout your programme to equip you with the essential skills required, as you begin your career at National Grid. We're committed to the personal development of our colleagues so as well as the support from your line manager as you navigate your new role, you'll also have access to 121 coaching and a mentor, from a previous cohort to help you transition from campus to corporate life.
IT & Digital Pathway
All graduates complete the core development programme to develop key skills such as how to make an impact, giving feedback and presentation skills. Aligned to our IT & Digital pathway you'll develop your IT technical skills including AGILE and Scrum. You'll also gain important insights in engineering and electricity to help broaden your understanding of our business and industry.
We believe in the importance of getting as much on-the-job experience as possible and to do this, you will complete three 6-month placements, across the UK, designed to deepen your understanding of your speciality but to also broaden your knowledge of our business. At the end of your 18-month programme you'll return to your initial placement area to kickstart your superpowered career.
What you'll need to apply
You'll need to achieve, or be working towards, a minimum 2:2 degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or Information Technology (with significant software engineering component). It doesn't matter when you graduated or if you are currently working towards your qualification. We just need you to be eager to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting.
Location
This role is based in Warwick and may offer flexible hybrid working, where possible.
What You'll Get In Return
We are proud to offer a graduate starting salary of £36,640
Benefits
Not only will you receive a tailored development programme to progress a superpowered career at National Grid, we also offer some great rewards and benefits too:
* £2,000 bonus, once joined and started on programme
* 26 days holiday
* £2,400 payment on successful completion of the programme
* Up to £200 per month accommodation allowance as you move around the business, and additional annual leave for when you move between placements plus assistance with moving personal belongings
* Other benefits include pension and share-option schemes, Flexible Benefits, close mentorship and regular feedback & volunteering opportunities.
More Information
You can only apply for one graduate opportunity during this recruitment cycle. We kindly ask that you review all our graduate 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
At National Grid, it's our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us stronger, so we pride ourselves on placing diversity, equity and inclusion at the heart of who we are and what we do and are committed to building a workforce of the future which represents the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office where and when needed. All our offers are based on the right to work in the UK, qualifications, the innovation from creating diverse teams and perspectives, as well as business need.
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