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CM: People & Sustainability - Business Undergraduates Programme 2026

 
Vacancy Number:  27273
Category:  Undergraduate
Job Type:  Temporary Full-time
 

People & Sustainability -  Business Undergraduates 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. 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Contribute to diverse functions with one team that can range from:  Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Learning & Development, and Health & Wellbeing. 

  • Support programme development and delivery, including health promotion and occupational health. 

  • Perform administrative tasks and ensure compliance with data protection regulations. 

  • Collaborate with skilled teams to deliver results in a fast-paced environment. 

 

Qualifications and Skills: 

  • Currently pursuing or holding a minimum 2.1 Honours Degree in relevant disciplines (e.g., Business Studies, Human Resource Management, Business Administration). 

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 

  • Strong attention to detail and effective time management. 

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, MS Teams). 

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and provide excellent customer service. 

 

Location:  

Our roles are based in various locations, including Dublin & Portlaoise with hybrid working options. 

 

Contract:  

This is a fixed-term contract position, offering valuable experience and exposure within ESB’s diverse business units. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law. 

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.  

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.
 

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