CM: Business Undergraduates Programme 2026

ESB Business Undergraduate Programme 2026 – Join to apply for the ESB Business Undergraduates Programme 2026 role at ESB.

ESB Business Undergraduate Programme 2026

Who we are?
ESB's purpose is to create a Brighter Future for the customers and communities we serve, by leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy. Through our diverse businesses across Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we aim to meet the customer energy needs by bringing the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions for a low-carbon world. Today, we continue to drive progress and change, constantly innovating and evolving to stay relevant and reliable for the many people who depend on us. We are harnessing all our resources for a brighter future, investing in our people and working collaboratively with partners to enhance the lives of our customers, drive economic progress and bring about a more sustainable future.

Be part of a brighter future and apply for an undergraduate position in ESB today.

Our opportunities in Commercial:
We have open positions in different areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with different commercial functions to gain practical experience, contribute to projects, and assist with daily tasks.
• Collaborate with our enthusiastic and skilled commercial team, working in a fast-paced and results-driven environment.
• Develop essential skills to thrive in the commercial landscape and contribute to achieving business objectives.
• Analyse and document current and emerging policies and funding related to emerging technologies including long-duration energy storage and renewable hydrogen.
• Support the team in identifying and analysing new commercial models and funding schemes to support the net zero transition.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse data.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Support activities in relation to funding applications for innovation projects.
• Support engagement with internal and external stakeholders to stay updated on policy developments and industry trends.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a minimum of a 2.1 in Business, Marketing, Policy, Law, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented mindset to ensure accuracy in commercial data analysis and documentation.
• Effective time management capabilities to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Problem-solving orientation to address commercial challenges and drive innovative solutions.
• Goal-focused approach to achieving commercial targets and driving business success.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools, such as Excel, Power BI, or similar, is desirable.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach, with a willingness to learn and adapt.

Location & Contract:

Location: Our roles are based in various locations, including Dublin, Portlaoise & Cork.

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

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.