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Overview

The technology sector is a prominent one in Ireland. It comprises of a range of businesses that engage in activities ranging from research and development to the sale of goods and services. The tech industry is competitive, dynamic and exciting. You can be working on artificial intelligence, quantum computing, machine learning, drones and a vast array of smart devices. career opportunities in tech are plentiful. Find advice for gaining the skills and experience you need to launch your graduate IT career.

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Starting your career in IT

Find out what tech sector would suit you, how to get hired in tech and where your degree could take you.

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What tech sector would suit you?

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In today’s world, just as technology plays such a large part in our daily lives, technology plays a role in practically every organisation, business and institution. So if you possess the right qualifications, you could find yourself working in a variety of different circumstances, be it through self-employment, working for private industry, the civil service, or for an NGO or charity.
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Tech sector salaries

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Graduates landing jobs with employers in the IT sector can expect, on average, to earn just under €30k in their first graduate job, according to gradireland research. Technology is an area with strong earning potential but remember to focus on the right job and developing your skills first.
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How to get hired in IT

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While there are jobs available in IT, they require a specific set of skills, qualifications and attributes. Find out what your CV needs to stand out to recruiters in this sector.
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Graduate careers advice: you and your computer science degree

Degree subjects
Computer science graduates are equipped for roles as varied as games developers and technology managers.
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Discover graduate employers in IT

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Three Ireland
Amazon
Johnson & Johnson
Kingspan
Boston Scientific
Irish Distillers
Dairygold Co-Operative Society Limited
EirGrid

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      FAQs in Information technology

      Careers in tech are varied, you’ll have many options to choose from. The earning potential of a career in tech is quite high. Tech workers also tend to benefit from a high level of flexibility in their jobs.

      There’s a broad range of career paths for those interested in tech. Jobs in this sector include network engineer, software development, product manager, technical sales, technical writer, QA engineer, UX designer and much more.

      Right here at gradireland.com! Check out our ‘Get hired’ section to find roles that are suitable for you.

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      Find the advice and guidance you need at the start of your career, as well as tips for structuring your job hunt, building your network and showcasing your potential.

      Internships

      Internships are a great way to build up work experience early on in your career. They can also lead to a graduate job offer.

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      Learn how to succeed in graduate interviews and assessment centres with our advice on answering tricky interview questions, on the essential research you need to do before an interview and on tackling assessment day exercises.

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      Discover and build the skills that graduate employers are looking for. Explore career advice and find the tools to help you develop and showcase your potential.

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      Navigating job offers and working life can be tricky early on in your career. Learn all about job offers, what to ask and how to ace your first role.

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      Discover and build the skills that graduate employers are looking for. Explore career advice and find the tools to help you develop and showcase your potential.

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