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Environmental areas of focus in the Republic of Ireland
With pressure on to achieve EU targets, there has been considerable progress made, with a lot more still to do.
Environmental job opportunities in Northern Ireland
The green economy in Northern Ireland shows similar promise. Research has indicated that targeted investment and growth of the renewable sector could potentially create up to 30,000 jobs.
Why insurance apprenticeships are an alternative to college
Sandra Harvey Graham of the Insurance Institute of Ireland writes on why the recently expanded apprenticeship schemes represent an excellent opportunity for both jobseekers and industry.
From botany to business: my consulting internship with Deloitte
David Madden, a recent botany graduate, made the decision to get some business experience by doing a consulting internship with Deloitte. He says that a good company can help you develop skills that will be useful in any job.
Tech sector salaries
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.
What employers are looking for
Employers don’t need to know that you want a job, they know that already. What they want to know is why you are the right fit to work for them.
What skills will you need for a job in finance?
See what skills you can brush up on to help kick-start your finance career on the right foot.
Apprenticeships: an alternative route
Apprenticeships are not what they used to be. With Level 8 options now available, we spoke to the Insurance Institute about why internships make great sense for jobseekers and employers.
In the hot seat-top interview tips
The situations you may encounter in a finance sector interview and how to respond.
Graduate careers advice: you and your chemistry degree
Chemistry is a dynamic, diverse and constantly evolving area of science. Your degree in chemistry provides you with the perfect springboard for a wide range of career opportunities.
Watch: Inside new SFI research facilities
See what's happening inside the setting up of four new world-class Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Research Centres, backed by €114 million in Government and Irish industry funding.
Graduate careers advice: you and your physics degree
Physics graduates can use their skills across a wide range of industries, with employers placing great value on the technical and analytical approach to work that a physics degree can bring.
