Graduate programmes available to Irish college-leavers
A selection of popular graduate recruitment programmes around the country
Grad Week
What you need to know about working abroad
Working abroad can be a career-enhancing experience while at the same time exploring new countries and cultures
How to maximise the potential of your degree
The current generation of students has more knowledge of certain areas than many already in the workforce
Grad Week: How to make a successful transition from the classroom to the workplace
The shift from third-level education to the working environment does not need to be abrupt
‘I am interested in learning more about sustainability’
Grad Week: Erica Dowling is participating in the Vodafone Graduate Programme
‘Mentorship is a very important tool’
Grad Week: Esther Adesanmi is an associate in the indirect (VAT) tax team in PwC
‘Sport is my biggest passion in life’
Grad Week: Aaron Gallagher is completing his doctoral studies in the US as part of the Fulbright programme
‘I’m looking forward to expanding on my experiences’
Grad Week: Aisling Devitt joined EY’s supply chain and operations team in 2021
‘I always had an interest in numbers and accounting at school’
Susanna Arigho is an associate in the Audit and Assurance graduate programme at Deloitte
‘Trainees take part in continuous in-house training’
Grad Week: Ciara Ramsbottom is a first seat trainee solicitor with A&L Goodbody
‘My best advice is to be yourself’
Grad Week: Jennifer Kelly is participating in the KPMG graduate programme
‘No two days are the same’
Grad Week: Evan Hales is about to take up a position as Jameson brand ambassador based in Auckland
The importance of critical thinking skills to your career
Critical thinking, analysing of information and ability to solve complex problems are essential skills in the modern world
Mental health: coping with the post-graduation transition
Emotional intelligence and good mental health are essential factors in fostering the resilience, stress management, and overall well-being of graduates.
Adapting to a changing world: Where lifelong learning is ‘no longer just a nice-to-do’
Courses increasingly involve modular approaches that allow credits to be acquired over time
Strategies to adopt when trying to secure the best job package
There are a number of tips, strategies, and important things to know before you start the job-hunt
Fresh out of college? What if you want to start your own business or work for yourself?
Graduates, entrepreneurship and start-up ventures – the world of self-employment
Building an effective CV: How to showcase your skills, experiences and qualifications
A well-written resume will help make a compelling first impression on potential employers
Grad Week: Leveraging social media for your career and expanding job opportunities
Social media can boost your visibility and showcase your skills to potential employers
Graduating in 2022: Graduates face hurdles but recruitment remains strong
Warning signs in economic outlook not reflected in graduate recruitment
What skills do employers look for in their employees?
We look at the top qualities employers look for in their employees
What do graduates want from employers?
Work-life balance, flexible work environments and career development, we look at what grads care about
Popular graduate programmes
A selection of graduate schemes aimed at attracting the best and brightest talent from Ireland’s universities
You’ve just been hired - should you go to the office?
Remote work and hybrid home-office arrangements could soon be a thing of the past as companies make a concerted push for a return to the office.
Getting through the interview process
Interviews can be gruelling for even the most extroverted people
Graduate profile: ‘There’s never a silly question’
As part of Irish Times Grad Week we spoke to Sanjena Bhutani who studied marketing in Trinity.
Graduate Profile: ‘look into applying to the programme’
As part of Irish Times Grad Week we spoke to Simon Kearney who studied Global Business in DCU.
How to choose the right graduate programme
Grad schemes can show you all the different functions within the business before you choose to specialise in an area
How to hit the ground running in a new job
Starting a new position can be daunting. We talk to some recruitment experts to find out how to thrive from day one
Job hunting the tried and tested way
Looking for a job can be a difficult business. We look at how a new graduate might best approach the challenge
Graduate profile: ‘don’t be afraid to be yourself’
As part of Irish Times Grad Week we spoke to Luciana Fragoso who studied Computer Science in Brazil.
Graduate profile: ‘Ask questions, be energetic and be curious’
As part of Irish Times Grad Week we spoke to Una Harty who studied Nanoscience, Physics and Chemistry at TCD.
Graduate profile: ‘have an open mind’
As part of Irish Times Grad Week we spoke to Aoife Nolan who studied marketing at DIT.
How graduates can kickstart their career in five steps
If your new job is not working out, don’t fret – you have plenty of options. Here, two career experts share their advice
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