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Explore all graduate advice and guidance on gradireland

On gradireland you'll find graduate careers advice on a huge range of topics – and we're adding more all the time. Compare career options with information on what to expect from working life in different sectors, then learn how you can develop your skills, gain work experience and succeed in applications and interviews. If you're not sure what you'd like to do, don't panic: we're here to help you take those first steps into making career decisions. We also have articles on how to make the most of uni life, organise your job hunt, juggle job offers and more. Whether you're in your first year of university or have already graduated, our career advice for students and graduates will set you on the right path.
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Geographical information systems manager

Job descriptions and industry overviews

A geographical information systems manager supervises teams of IT experts that produce geographical data using specialist computer systems.

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Fine arts auctioneer/valuer

Job descriptions and industry overviews

A fine art auctioneer/valuer deals in the valuation, management, purchase and sale of fine art and antiques.

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Furniture conservator/restorer

Job descriptions and industry overviews

A furniture conservator/restorer uses practical and scientific techniques to restore, preserve and care for modern, historic and antique furniture.

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How extracurricular activities can give your internship application the edge

Vacation schemes and work experience

“We cannot emphasise enough how important extra-curricular activities are for an internship application, because the majority of students won’t have a lot of experience” John O’Rourke, Internship Coordinator for Accenture.

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Six ways to make sure your internship is remembered by your employer!

Vacation schemes and work experience

Some of gradireland’s top tips on making the sort of impression that will ensure your internship is remembered by your employer for all the right reasons.

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Mariana Reis, Executive Officer, Higher Education Authority

Profiles
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Support for students and graduates with a disability

Diversity, equality and inclusion

There are several sources of support for third level students with disabilities. As well as your on-campus and faculty supports, one of the most important is AHEAD (Association for Higher Education Access and Disability).

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Internships in Europe: What you need to know

Internships and placements

The EU institutions offer a wide range of internship opportunities, particularly in the Union's major centres, like Brussels and Strasbourg.

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Rose Mary Hogan, Head of Graduate Recruitment and Development EMEA, Glanbia

Profiles

Rose Mary Hogan, Head of Graduate Recruitment and Development EMEA at Glanbia, talks about her own career and how continuous learning, commitment and a willingness to embrace new challenges has led to a career that is rewarding and fulfilling.

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The business landscape for graduates

Working life

There are a broad range of career opportunities available for graduates. But those starting out on their career path need to be aware of how the business landscape has changed in order to take best advantage of it. We talk to Julie Ryan of the Irish Management Institute about what graduates can expect?

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Emma McLaughlin, Brand Development Executive, Jameson Irish Distillers

Profiles
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Compliance/Regulatory Affairs Manager

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Compliance/Regulatory affairs managers act as a link between companies and regulatory authorities. Working in a range of highly regulated industries, such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, banking and energy, they ensure that products are manufactured and distributed and that services are delivered in line with appropriate legislation. The profession is increasingly in demand both at home and globally, offering huge scope for travel and career advancement.

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