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Registration deadline:  02/02/2026
Are you the Sustainable Excellence Undergraduate of the Year? Do you combine a commitment to sustainability and protecting our natural resources with a drive for improvement, cutting edge innovation and operational excellence. Are you someone who values your roots, cares for your environment and wants to be a leader in their field, then we want to hear from you.

What makes an Award winner?

Our Sustainable Excellence Undergraduate should be passionate about sustainability and strive for excellence as the norm. A natural curiosity, combined with a drive for improvement, high standards and operational excellence will make this individual stand out from the crowd. 

‍What could you win?

A place on the Lakeland Dairies Graduate Programme.

A tour of one of the Lakeland Dairies manufacturing sites and a one-to-one with a Head of Function.

4 runners-up will be fast tracked to the final round of the Graduate Programme selection process.

About our Partner

For nearly 130 years Lakeland Dairies has harnessed the power of luscious grass to create safe, sustainable and healthy dairy products which are now enjoyed in more than 100 countries worldwide. Our network of 3200 farming families and the people of Lakeland Dairies are the lifeblood of our cooperative. Their commitment to sustainable practices, innovation and excellence in producing the highest quality, sustainable products is the cornerstone of our success and in ensuring a sustainable future for all. 

That pursuit of excellence and commitment to sustainability are values we seek in those that have a desire to work with us, those that have ‘Proud Roots, Bright Futures’ and want to grow with Lakeland Dairies. 

Click here to find out more about exciting opportunities at Lakeland Dairies.

Lakeland Dairies

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Lakeland Dairies

A career with Lakeland Dairies offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the future growth and development of one of Ireland’s most successful and forward looking co-operatives.

Who can apply?

To enter you need to:

  • Be on track attain a 2:1; level 8 degree
  • Be in your penultimate or final year
  • Have the right to work in EU after graduation

The Sustainable Excellence Undergraduate of the Year Award 2026

02 February 2026
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