ESB IT Undergraduate Programme 2026

Who We Are

At ESB, we're on a mission to achieve Net Zero by 2040, and we want you to be part of this exciting journey!

We operate one of the most advanced electricity systems globally, with our work spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and supply across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Great Britain.

Last year, we invested €1 billion in infrastructure and contributed over €2 billion to local economies. We also proudly supported community initiatives with over €2 million in contributions.

At ESB, our inclusive culture fosters innovation and connection among our 9,000 employees. Here, you’ll find a place where your ideas matter and you can truly make a difference.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on the specific role, responsibilities may include:

Data Analytics: Data gathering, scrubbing, analysis, dashboard design and production, and reporting.

Project Management: Supporting project management systems, assisting with IT investment projects, and providing administrative support.

IT Support: Assisting with IT on-boarding/off-boarding, device compliance, issue resolution, and user support for Microsoft365 tools.

Process Development: Developing efficient processes for documentation, updating dashboards, and creating intuitive storage systems.

Cybersecurity: Assuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of IT and digital systems, managing processes, policies, and technical controls.

Qualifications and Skills:

To succeed in this role, you should possess:
To be working towards a degree in IT, Computer Sciences, Business Information Systems, Data analytics, Innovation and Technology courses, Digital Business and Innovation Courses.
Demonstrated ability to achieve results in a dynamic team environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Good documentation & presentation skills
Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Knowledge of SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Python, R, and other relevant technologies is desirable.

Location:

Positions available nationwide.

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

Contract

This is a fixed-term contract position, offering valuable experience and exposure within ESB's IT function.

CM: ESB IT Business Undergraduate Programme 2026

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