EirGrid |

#89 IRE 100 student rated overall ranking

Employees: > 250

Founded: 2006

At EirGrid , we operate, develop and enhance the electricity grid and market, bringing power to everyone throughout Ireland. In support of government policy, we have made a commitment to increase the amount of electricity we get from renewable sources. This is a key part of the EirGrid strategy 2020–2025. As a graduate, you’ll work with leading authorities in the energy sector to develop cutting edge solutions, making a difference to the future of our planet. Work with us to reduce Ireland’s reliance on fossil fuels and make decarbonisation a reality. The world is ready for change. If you are too, apply to our Graduate opportunities.

Our Graduate Development Programme 2025

Our Graduate Development Programme is open to all new and recently qualified graduates, with a Level 8 degree on the NFQ Framework or above and a minimum result of 2:1 (expected or attained).

We need graduates from all disciplines. This includes graduates from:

Engineering
IT
Cyber security
Economics
Business and finance
General

Our general graduate stream is open to all disciplines including physics, biology, mathematics, arts and more

What’s in it for you?

A two year programme with three rotations across our business (with limited non-rotational placements available, which you can express interest for at application stage).
An assigned mentor for support and guidance.
A permanent position following a review at the end of the programme.

You will be offered a competitive salary and benefits. These benefits include:

Complimentary restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and barista coffee.
Educational assistance for continuous learning as it applies to your role and access to LinkedIn learning.
Flexible working with up to 3 days a week from home and flexible work options which allow you to work abroad for a certain number of days.
Annual leave of 23 days per annum and 2 company days.
Technology such as a work laptop and iPhone.
Diversity and inclusion initiatives and the opportunity to be part of our networks to make an impact on our workplace.
Structured rotations to give you the opportunity to work across key parts of our business.
Early finish on Fridays before summer Bank Holiday weekends.
Support for your wellbeing with our employee assistance program.
And more!

How to Apply

The application process involves:

Application (Closes 8th November)
Psychometric tests
Video interview
In-person interview (Proposed dates mid-November – mid-December)

Apply via the link below:

Where to find us

National University of Ireland Galway Graduate jobs fair – 25th September
University of Limerick Autumn careers fair – 26th September
University College Dublin Science, Engineering & Technology fair – 30th September
GradIreland Career Fair – 2nd October
University College Cork career fair – 3rd October
Griffith College Dublin careers fair – 4th October
Dublin City University Science & Engineering CV clinic – 9th October
Trinity College Dublin Engineering & Environment industry talk – 10th October
TUD Bolton Street Campus Engineering career fair – 17th October
Maynooth University STEM career fair - 15th October
STEM Women Ireland event Aviva Stadium – 5th November
University College Dublin Quinn School internship fair – January 2025