The GfG Programme inspires young people to discover opportunities within the energy sector at National Grid, empowering them to work on their employability skills and motivating them to apply for additional opportunities, such as: Career Coaching, Work placements & Apprenticeships within the sector.
GRID FOR GOOD PROGRAMME: KEY FACTS
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The theme of the Grid for Good Programme is about raising awareness of career opportunities within the energy sector, the National Grid recruitment process and the employability skills that employers are looking for.
It provides a great opportunity for 16-24 year olds facing multiple barriers to social mobility, to develop key skills. These include: Teamwork, STAR answers at interview, problem-solving, communication and profiling awareness. National Grid employees are available for support and advice throughout. The programme is excellent in raising future aspirations of young people to careers in the wider green economy, developing positive attitudes and provides increased access to additional opportunities within National Grid. Students will also receive a certificate of completion.
‘Taking part in the YE Access Grid for Good Programme has helped me prepare effectively for my interviews and each stage of the National Grid application process for my Apprenticeship. Being able to speak to successful Apprentices and staff who understand each stage of the process has helped me adequately prepare, and being taught STAR answers benefitted me in the interview for the Advanced Apprenticeship that I was offered’.
Reece White – student from UTC Waterfront
‘What I was hoping for was that my students would experience a programme that was inspiring, engaging and informative. This was certainly achieved and notable through my own observations and also the students informal feedback to myself. I liked how the programme not only encouraged, but they ensured that ALL students participated on some level. Q&A activity with NG staff was excellent’.
Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) – Teacher Lead
‘Working on the Grid for Good Programme allowed me to engage in a 2-week work experience with National Grid Ventures. I was sceptical at first, as I thought a girl like me wouldn’t be able to engage at my fullest in this experience. I thought my limitations (such as transport and access to resources) would set me back and not allow me to prove myself. Despite all this, Young Enterprise and Grid for Good supported me throughout my work experience, and I was offered a full-time position with the Contract Management team at National Grid Ventures. My life has changed completely, and I am so grateful for all the support’.
Aleeza Nawal – student from WMG Academy Solihull
‘Grid for Good was introduced to me in early September 2022 when National Grid visited our college. After accessing the extra opportunities, this Summer, I spent 2 weeks at National Grid Ventures, in their offices, working on Interconnectors. The work experience broadened my view of what National Grid is all about – catering for your and other people’s well-being, showcasing your abilities and skills whilst adapting to the work environment around you and, most importantly, working as a team. The people in Grid for Good are very generous, allowing young minds to broaden and develop in the world around them. It’s been a whole year since I joined, and I have experienced so many mind-developing moments. Thank you, Grid for Good’.
Alex Johnson – student from WMG Academy Solihull
The UK is on a journey to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The energy sector plays a vital part in helping the country to make this transformational change, but to deliver this ambition they need to build a NetZero Energy Workforce. They need young people with talent,the drive and the passion to help tackle climate change.
National Grid require young people with a diverse mix of skills, from scientists and engineers, to communications professionals and data specialists. The list is endless…
As part of Grid For Good’s commitment to overcoming barriers to social mobility, the programme operates with providers that score 1-5 on the Index of Multiple Deprivation.
