Gas Networks Ireland has announced the launch of its 2025 Graduate Programme, aimed at recruiting energised and ambitious graduates for roles with the national utility.

The two-year programme offers students due to graduate next year, and recent graduates, the chance to secure a position within the company, starting in Autumn 2025.

Gas Networks Ireland is now accepting applications for its 2025 Graduate Programme, inviting recent or prospective graduates in STEM (science, technology, engineering or maths) disciplines to apply. To be considered, applicants must have a proven academic record or expecting to have a Graduate or Postgraduate Qualification (minimum Level 8, achieving a 2.1 or higher).

Gas Networks Ireland's People Director, Nicola Mc Sweeney said: "We are looking for candidates who are natural problem solvers with excellent communication skills, who enjoy working collaboratively in diverse teams, and demonstrate initiative, energy, and pride in their work.

"Our Graduate Programme offers participants the chance to gain valuable hands-on experience through multiple rotations across different business areas. With full-time placements starting in September 2025, we are proud to offer a competitive salary, the flexibility of hybrid working, significant learning offerings, wellbeing initiatives and our ibelong diversity, equity and inclusion programme provides fantastic opportunity to get involved in groups such as our Rainbow, Neurodiverse & Ability and our NextGen employee resource groups as examples. Graduates can be based in either Dublin or Cork, ensuring they have options that suit their needs as they begin their careers with us."

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As part of the Graduate Programme, participants will receive mentoring and on-the-job development, supported by an extensive range of learning and development opportunities. Additional benefits include hybrid working options, participation in the ibelong programme, which promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion and involvement in various charitable initiatives such as fundraising campaigns, seasonal donation drives and volunteering opportunities.

Participants will also have the chance to gain experience working on some of the country's largest energy infrastructure projects through rotations in areas such as future technology and materials development, engineering projects, IT/operational technology, sustainability, gas transportation and grid control, gas safety and asset management.

This graduate programme has been instrumental in shaping the careers of many successful professionals at Gas Networks Ireland. One such example is Brian Mullins, who joined the company's graduate programme in 2004. Since then, he has held a number of senior regulatory and strategic roles within the organisation and today, Brian is the company's Hydrogen Programme Director, where he leads Gas Networks Ireland's efforts to prepare the national gas network to integrate hydrogen as a clean, sustainable energy source.

Reflecting on his experience of the programme, Brian said: "The graduate programme was a fantastic launchpad for my career, starting with a role in energy trading I was given the opportunity to work on a variety of projects allowing me to explore different areas of the business. The exposure to the varied aspects of the industry and the support from experienced mentors were invaluable in shaping my professional journey. It's a brilliant opportunity for any graduate, especially those interested in shaping Ireland's energy future and the nature of the business allows you to continuously develop new skills."

Brian's journey from graduate recruit to Director is an example of the long-term opportunities that the programme can afford to ambitious students. His leadership in hydrogen innovation now plays a key role in Gas Networks Ireland's efforts to support Ireland's transition to a low carbon energy future.

Gas Networks Ireland's People Director, Nicola Mc Sweeney added: "We are excited to offer students the opportunity to start their professional journey in a national utility straight out of college. This is an exciting time for graduates to join our company, and with the right ambition, they can shape a fulfilling career with us, just like Brian Mullins has done."

Applications will open on September 02, 2024, and close on October 18, 2024. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early through the Gas Networks Ireland website: www.gasnetworks.ie/gradprogramme