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Landing my dream job: From Waterford to Sheffield United
Eoin Doyle, an international business graduate from Waterford Institute of Technology, is currently leading Sheffield United Football Club from a digital perspective. We talk to him about his career, what skills he uses and what advice he would have for anyone interested in careers in digital and social media.
How to express yourself with confidence in an interview
Confident communication skills help us to make and maintain good connections. They are essential for securing a job and vital traits once you are employed. Speech, drama and communications specialist Emma Coogan provides you with some top tips to shine at your interview.
Registration conditions which Primary School Teachers must fulfil
A newly qualified teacher is normally registered with the Teaching Council subject to a number of conditions which they must satisfy in order for their career to proceed.
Is a career in law for you? Find out with an internship
Becoming a solicitor is a big commitment. Not only does it involve a three or four year undergraduate degree, afterwards you’ll need to complete all your FE1s and do a traineeship, all of which could take longer than your undergraduate degree. For this reason, it’s important to know before you make the commitment that this is the career for you. One of the best ways to do that is to apply for one of the many internships available in the sector.
Postgraduate study by research: what you need to know
Independent research isn't just for scientists - it's a fantastic opportunity for students with a specialist interest in virtually any topic to excel.
Post-Primary Teaching in the UK: Fact Sheet
Check out this clear, concise fact sheet from Maynooth University on what is required in order to be a post-primary teacher in the UK
How to find the right research programme
Five key considerations when deciding where to study.
Life as a research student
The life of a postgraduate research student is very different from life as an undergraduate - so it helps to be prepared.
What could I earn? Job openings grow as construction sector rebounds
Now is a very good time to be considering a career in construction. The sector is on the rise again in Ireland.
My internship experience with the UN: Eimhin McEvoy
An internship in an accountancy firm
The scope of working in the accountancy industry is truly global, yet the early years can be challenging as you seek to balance working life with passing your professional exams. That’s why an internship with an accountancy firm before you graduate can give you a worthwhile perspective on what you can expect.
My internship experience: Thomas Delahunt, accounting intern
Thomas Delahunt of accounting firm JPA Brenson Lawlor. talks about what his internship has done for him in terms of career choices
