CAREERS FAIR

gradireland Graduate Careers Fair 25

Hosted by

gradireland

Date and time

08 Oct 2025

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11.00am-5.00pm

Location

RDS, Hall 8 Simmonscourt, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 E6N6

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Ireland’s largest careers fair, the gradireland Graduate Careers Fair, is a free annual careers event held at the RDS Dublin in the autumn.

This is the largest careers event of its kind in Ireland, exhibiting a multitude of Ireland’s leading companies and postgraduate providers with ample jobs, internships, and courses available to apply for on the day. This year promises to be as popular as ever, be sure to pre-register your interest!

Hosted by

gradireland

Why Attend?

Build your network and interact with top employers and postgraduate providers at a wide range of stands. Get the answers and information you need to take the next step on your career path.

Gain expert feedback from careers professionals at 1:1 CV Clinic sessions.

Find internships, graduate programmes and immediate start roles, with hundreds of open positions advertised on the day.

Access exclusive insights on the hot topics and practices of each employer's industry at the live Seminar Sessions, spread across four different stages.

Current Event Exhibitors

Programme

12:00- 12:30

Breaking Barriers and Inspiring Generations 'Understanding Recruitment process in Ireland'

Juracy Antunes

HR Recruiter Early Careers

Juracy Antunes is an HR Officer at the World Health Organization with over a decade of experience spanning public, private, and nonprofit sectors. An Irish-Brazilian professional, he is the author of Navigating Ireland: Building Your Dream Career and Navigating Your Career: A Comprehensive Guide to Unlocking Your Professional Potential. Juracy is trilingual (English, Portuguese, and Spanish) and serves on the boards of TENI, Grow Mental Health, and the Irish Penal Reform Trust, championing diversity, inclusion, and career development.

12:45- 13:15

Graduate's Journey - Tips From Recent Graduates on Starting Your Career Successfully

This seminar offers practical advice from recent graduates on navigating the transition from academia to the professional world. Learn key strategies for building a successful career, including networking, skill development, and overcoming early challenges.

Join Musgrave, Forvis Mazars, Central Statistics Office, and Eirgrid for this panel!

13:30- 14:00

Finding Your Balance: Thriving in Work and Life After Graduation

"Work Life Balance" offers strategies for successfully managing your career while maintaining a fulfilling personal life. Learn practical tips to set boundaries, prioritize tasks, and achieve harmony between work and life.

Join RSM, Kerry, Enterprise Mobility, and Deloitte for this panel!

14:15- 14:45

From Application to Offer: Navigating the Hiring Process

"From Application to Offer" explore how to excel in every stage of the recruitment process. Gain insights on crafting standout applications, acing interviews, and leaving a lasting impression during onboarding.

Join Musgrave, Ryanair, Forvis Mazars, and Kerry.

15:00- 15:30

"Inclusion in Action: Building Workplaces That Work for All''

This talk highlights the value of fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates differences. Discover how embracing diversity enhances collaboration, innovation, and overall workplace success.

Join Grant Thornton, Deloitte, and Irish Life for this panel discussion!

gradireland Graduate Careers Fair 25

08 October 2025

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11.00am - 5.00pm

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RDS, Hall 8 Simmonscourt, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 E6N6