Graduate Project Manager Review
at National Grid
Graduate Scheme
Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing
Strand
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
3.5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
3/5
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Overview of the Role
4/5
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Experience & Company Culture
3/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at National Grid?
Overall the experience was great as I got to experience 3 different placements during the graduate scheme and the work life balance is good in this company
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
I didn't have any main responsibilities simply because I was put in different placements and each placement offers different opportunities and what I enjoy the most is I have the flexibility to do something not only I like but also it helps my career development
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
3/5
I would say initially there were not that much opportunity in my first placement so it can feel too free for not doing anything and it depends on the team's structure as I moved into my last placement, I had the opportunity to take ownership of some projects, which are completely decided by myself and I think this helps me to develop a different thinking/mindset when I'm in a different role from just supporting the project.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
3/5
The starting salary for a graduate is relatively competitive and the company offers many benefits to us such as accommodation allowance, flexible working hours and flexible working location
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
3/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
3/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
4/5
How is your work-life balance?
4/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
How would you rate National Grid initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
How would you rate National Grid CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Company offers a good work life balance, flexible working hours and working location.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
3/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to National Grid?
N/A
