Graduate Development Program, Associate Specialist, Business Contracts

National Grid • Waltham, MA

20h • $70,000 - $83,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Specialist, Business Contracts supports National Grid Electric’s annual capital engineering and construction workplan by managing contract compliance, authorizing construction activities, monitoring performance, and supporting data analysis. The role works with internal teams and external contractors to review and maintain contracts, track performance, resolve issues, and improve processes and standards. It offers the opportunity to help build new processes and capabilities for managing engineering service contracts across the business.

The position is part of National Grid’s year-long Graduate Development Program for recent college graduates. The program begins with a three-week in-person orientation, followed by a full-time position and year-round development activities, including monthly development sessions, mentorship, and an immersive hackathon project. Candidates must be able to begin the program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027. Applications close December 1, 2026, though the posting may close earlier as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

The salary range is $70,000–$83,000. The role is based in Waltham, Massachusetts. Employees must reside within National Grid’s existing U.S. footprint and within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned primary office. National Grid will not provide current or future visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited institution; preferred fields include Engineering Technology, Math, Science, Business, or a related field.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027.
• Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving history that meets National Grid’s Safe Driver policy.
• Work authorization that does not now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment in the United States.
• Must reside within National Grid’s existing U.S. footprint and within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned primary office.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Power BI to create dashboards, visualize data, and share insights.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with clients, customers, vendors, or other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, interpret, and monitor contracts to ensure compliance and performance expectations are met.
• Review contracts, specifications, and related documentation to support updates and improvements.
• Support data analysis to track delivery of the annual electric capital engineering and construction workplan.
• Investigate issues, address concerns, and communicate findings to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop, refine, and track key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Build collaborative relationships with external contractors and internal partners across Construction, Planning, Project/Program Management, Procurement, Engineering/Design, Safety, and Emergency Planning.

Benefits

• Structured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback.
• Exposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business.
• Opportunities to build a professional network and lasting industry connections.
• Meaningful work and real-world experience supporting a long-term career at National Grid.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Up to $6,000 in student loan repayment assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $8,000 annually for undergraduate studies and $10,000 annually for graduate studies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level