Great opportunities to build resume while making a living - Intern National Grid Employee Review

5.0
17 Jun 2009
Recommend
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Pros

For an intern, who is still going to school, the company is an outstanding opportunity to gain valuable real-world work experience, while also making a decent living. I have had the opportunity to do all kinds of analyses, reports, setting of templates, doing presentations, learing of new mega valuable programs, such as SAS, learning more about Microsoft Office that you can possibly do in school or at any non-work environment, etc. It IS NOT your standard internship where you do copies in the printing room all day. It is like a real analyst job, which brings real value to your resume. Also, if you have over 91 credits the yearly salary is 37,000 (paid on hourly basis), which is more than some past-graduation jobs offer. You may also get a small annual bonus (less that 1,000 before taxes). It is also an ongoing internship, which could go for years and if you do a decent job, there is the possibily that you may be hired after you graduate.

Cons

This is a utility company and as such, working for it is not as prestigous as would be working for one of the big banks, for example.

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5.0
16 Mar 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I cannot say enough about how great a company National Grid is. I’ve been here for over four years, and there is truly a culture where employees are encouraged to share their voices. The company regularly conducts surveys to understand how employees are feeling, what they need, and what matters to them... and then transparently shares the results with everyone. I have never experienced this level of openness with any other employer, and I know that none of my friends or family have had similar opportunities. It says a lot that so many employees want their family members to work here as well. Working at National Grid is more than just a job, it’s a lifestyle, and there is a strong sense of pride in being part of the organization. As a woman, I am proud to be part of this “brotherhood” and have never felt that this is a male‑dominated space. There are many opportunities across the company, from field operations to management, depending on your interests. Compensation is competitive and rewards both experience and performance. Remote and hybrid work are sometimes an option, which to me shows a level of trust and respect for employees. I only wish I had joined earlier in my career.

Cons

I do wish there were more opportunities available in Western New York. Many roles seem to be concentrated in Central New York, Eastern New York, or downstate, and it would be great to see additional positions (for others to join the company) closer to home in WNY.

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