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INTERNSHIP & GRADUATE PROGRAMMES

Below is a list of employers running regular internship and graduate programmes.

Please note: whilst every effort is made to provide correct information, companies may change closing dates and programme details without our knowledge, so always check on the company website for the latest information.

Abbott Ireland
Industry: Business, Engineering, Science
 
Professional Development Programme (Graduates)
Opportunities in Business, Engineering and Science.
Closing date is 30 November 2012.
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.abbott.ie/careers/graduates/

Accenture
Industry: Management, Analytics, Consulting, Information Technology
 
Internships
9 month - apply Jan – Aug 2013
6 month - apply Apr – Aug 2013
3 month - apply Jun – Aug 2013

Graduate Programmes
Apply between 10 September and 18 November 2012

For more information and to apply visit:
http://careers.accenture.com/Microsites/ireland-graduate-joiners/Pages/index.aspx

Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Industry: Investment Banking
 
Female Futures - 6-7 December 2012
Our Female Futures programme is designed for women who are keen to see first-hand what it is like to work in an investment bank. You will be provided with a comprehensive overview of various divisions within the bank, from Global Banking & Markets to Technology, Risk and Compliance.
Deadline: 25 November 2012
Apply: http://bit.ly/Y2TKbl
Venue: London offices

Spring Insight Week – 8-12 April 2013
Our Spring Insight programme offers you the chance to discover the world of banking at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. You will gain in-depth exposure to our key lines of business, experience the thrill of the trading floor and increase your knowledge of the financial markets.
Deadline: 23 January 2013
Apply: http://bit.ly/Sees2X
Venue: London offices

For more information and to apply visit:
http://campus.bankofamerica.com/emea-home.aspx

Barclays Investment Bank
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Spring Programme
A week long programme aimed at first year students (or second year of a four year course).
Closing date: 31 January 2013 (early application is recommended as interviews will commence before the deadline)

Barclays also offer longer Summer, Winter and Spring internships. Check their website for application dates.

Full-time Graduate Programme
Applications for 2013 opened on 1 August 2012
Rolling deadline, no date specified (early application is recommended)

For more information and to apply visit:
http://graduate.barclayscapital.com/emea/programmes-and-opportunities

BSkyB
Industry: Business, Creative & Digital, Finance, Marketing, Technology
 
Graduate Programme 2013
Roles in Technology, Strategy, Research, Software Engineering, Sports News, Analytics, Marketing, Procurement, HR, Finance, Operations, Creative & Digital, (based in UK)
Closing date: 20 December 2012

For more information and to apply visit:
https://bskyb.taleo.net/careersection/graduates/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

BNP Paribas Corporate and Investment Bank
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Insights (short-term opportunities for first and second year students)
Internships (summer and long-term)
Graduate banking programme (18 months)

Click on the green Apply Now button on the top right of the BNP Paribas website and search for current opportunities.

For more information and to apply visit:
http://graduates.bnpparibas.com/entry-routes.html

Citi
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Internships and Graduate programmes
Click Apply and search for current vacancies

For more information and to apply visit:
http://icg.citi.com/icg/sa/recruiting/opportunities.jsp?region=emea

Civil Service (UK)
Industry: Public Sector, HR, Management, Business & Finance, Analytics, Research
 
Fast Stream Graduate Programme

Opportunities in:

  • Social Research
  • Statistics
  • Economics
  • Technology in Business
  • Human Resources
  • General Management/Service Departments

Applications opened on 17 September 2012. Closing date is Friday 30 November 2012, except the Analytical Fast Stream which closes mid-October.

For more information and to apply visit:
http://faststream.civilservice.gov.uk/

Credit Suisse
Industry: Business & Finance, Information Technology
 
Internships
Closing dates:
Summer Internship: 16 December 2012
Spring Internship: 2 January 2013
Autumn Internship: 1 March 2013

Full time Graduate Analyst programme
Closing date: 18 November 2012

For more information and to apply visit:
https://www.credit-suisse.com/careers/campus_recruiting/en/emea/index.jsp

Deloitte
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Summer internship programme
6 or 12 week internship in one or two departments
Check the website for 2013 application dates

Full time Graduate programme 2013
Closing date: 17 October 2012

For more information and to apply visit:
http://mycareer.deloitte.com/ie/en/students

Deutsche Bank
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Graduate training and internships
Click Apply and search for vacancies
For more information and to apply visit:
https://www.db.com/careers/content/en/yptu_students_graduates.html

Ernst & Young
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Graduate vacancies and internships
Click on Find out more and Apply, and search for vacancies
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.ey.com/IE/en/Careers/Students

GlaxoSmithKline
Industry: Engineering, Quality
 
Graduate Programme
Roles in Engineering and Quality
Application dates differ depending on role. Check website for details.
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.gsk.ie/careers.html

Goldman Sachs
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Summer Internships
Closing date: 2 December 2012

Spring Internships (2 weeks)
Closing date: 6 January 2013

One year placement programme
Closing date: 6 January 2013

Graduate Analyst and Associate programmes
Closing date: 28 October 2013

For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/choose-your-path/our-programs/emea-programs/index.html

HSBC
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Summer internship and full time graduate programme
Applications open in September 2012
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.hsbcnet.com/hr/careers/apply

IBM
Industry: Business, Consulting, Finance, Marketing, Technology
 
Graduate Programmes
Roles in Business, Consulting and Technology
Application dates differ depending on roles - check website for details.

12 month Placements
Roles in Business, Finance, HR, Information Technology, Marketing, Software Development
Closing date: 31 December 2012

12 week Summer Internships
Roles in Business and Technology
Closing date: 31 December 2012

All roles based in the UK

For more information and to apply visit:
http://www-05.ibm.com/employment/uk/graduate-programmes/index.shtml

ICAP
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Internship and full time graduate programmes
Click Apply Now and search for vacancies
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.icap.com/Careers/Campus-Recruitment/Programmes.aspx

JP Morgan
Industry: Business & Finance, Information Technology
 
Internship and full time graduate programmes
Closing date: 25 November 2012 or 13 January 2013 – dependent on location or business area

Click How to Apply and search for vacancies

For more information and to apply visit:
http://careers.jpmorgan.com/student/jpmorgan/careers/europe/programs

Kerry Group
Industry: Business & Finance, Engineering, HR, Marketing, Technology
 
Graduate Opportunities
Roles in Accounting & Finance, Engineering, HR, ICT, Marketing, R&D, Operations, Procurement, Quality and Supply Chain.
Closing dates: Accounting & Finance - 9 November 2012; all other roles - 25 January 2013
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.kerrygraduates.com

KPMG
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Insight days and internship programmes for undergraduate students
Applications will open in December 2012 for next year's programmes

Graduate programme
Closing date: 17 October 2012

KPMG will be visiting UCD on Wednesday 26 September. Please see the events page for details.

For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.kpmgcareers.ie

Lazard & Co.
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Summer internships
Closing date: 14 November 2012

Full time Graduate Analyst programme
Closing date: 24 October 2012

For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.lazard.com/careers/FA-LON-UG.aspx

Lloyds Banking Group (UK)
Industry: Business & Finance, HR, Management, Technology
 
Graduate Programmes
Roles in General Management, Wholesale Banking & Markets, Finance, HR, IT
Closing date: 31 December 2012, but early application is advised.

Summer Internships
Roles in General Management, Wholesale Banking & Markets, Finance, HR, IT
Check website for application dates.

For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.lloydsbankinggrouptalent.com

Macquarie
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Graduate and intern training programmes
Click on Search Vacancies to view current opportunities
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.macquarie.com/mgl/com/global-careers/emea/gradrecruitment

Marks & Spencer (UK)
Industry: Business, Retail, HR, Technology, Design
 
Graduate Programme
Roles in Retail Management, HR, IT, Design, Buying, Merchandising, Product and Food Technology
Closing date: December 2012

6 & 12 month Internships
Roles in Retail Management, HR, E-commerce, Food Technology, Food Product Development, Per Una, Product Design (Clothing or Lingerie)
Closing date: December 2012

For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.marksandspencergrads2013.com/

McKinsey & Co
Industry: Management Consulting
 
Summer internships and Graduate programme 2013

For roles in Dublin and London, apply by 31st October 2012.

For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.mckinsey.com/careers.aspx

Morgan Stanley
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Internships and Full-time Graduate programmes
Check website for current opportunities
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.morganstanley.com/about/careers/index.html

NHS
Industry: Healthcare
 
NHS Graduate Management Scheme
Closing date is 3 December 2012
See www.isthenhsforme.co.uk for details.

NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP)
The application cycle for 2013 entry will probably open in January/February 2013 (TBC).
Details of the programme are on the NHS Careers website (these will be updated for 2013 entry).

All posts are based in the UK.

For more information and to apply visit:

Nomura
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Internships and Graduate training programmes
Click Apply Now to search for current opportunities
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.nomura.com/europe/careers/

Paddy Power
Industry: Marketing, Technology, Trading
 
Graduate Programme
Closing date is 3 December 2012.
You can watch a video to find out more about what it's like to work for Paddy Power, and find out all the details in their 2013 Graduate Programme brochure.
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.workwithpaddy.com/index.php/graduates

PwC Ireland
Industry: Finance, Consulting
 
Summer Internships
Applications open in January 2013 and the closing date will be mid to late February. Please check the website for application details and deadline.
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.pwc.ie/summer-internship/index.jhtml

RBS Global Banking and Markets
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Internships
Closing date: most are 30 November 2012 for Summer Internships in 2013.
Click on Apply and search for current vacancies.

Full time graduate programmes
Closing date: most are 31 October or 13 November 2012 for Graduate programmes starting in 2013.
Click on Apply and search for current vacancies.

For more information and to apply visit:
https://continentaleurope.rbsbankyoubuild.com/europe-home

RES
Industry: Technology, Renewable Energy
 
Technical Internship Programme
Typically lasts 13 weeks with start dates available between March and September.

You'll get a chance to be involved with specific projects contributing to a department's research, development and ongoing work. Past interns have had experiences within our Technical, Sustainable Built Environment and On-site Renewables teams.

Candidates should be studying / have studied a degree in a technical discipline such as Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Geoscience or similar.

Closing date: 25 November 2012

For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.res-group.com/careers/uk-internship-programme/apply-now.aspx

Rolls Royce
Industry: Engineering, Human Resources, Logistics and Operations, Consultancy, Business & Finance
 
Internships
6-12 month and 10-12 week internships.

Closing date: 11 January 2013

For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.rolls-royce.com/careers/what_can_do/graduates/GraduatesProgrammes/index.jsp

Standard Bank
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Internships
Recruitment expected to take place early 2013. Check website for details.

Full time graduate programme
Recruitment takes place between April and August. Check website for details.

For more information and to apply visit:
http://graduate.standardbank.com/index.html

Taylor Wessing
Industry: Law
 

2 year Training Contract (Graduate Programme)
Open to graduates from a range of disciplines
Apply between 1 November 2012 and 31 July 2013 for 2015 start.

2 week Summer Vacation Scheme
Check website for 2013 application dates.

For more information and to apply visit:
http://graduate.taylorwessing.com/

Thales UK
Industry: Business & Finance, Engineering
 
Internships and Graduate Programmes
Open for applications from 3 October. Recruitment is done on a rolling basis, and early application is recommended.
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.ukgrads.thalesgroup.com/Default.aspx

UBS
Industry: Business & Finance
 
Internships, placements and Graduate programmes
Click on Search and Apply for current opportunities
For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.ubs.com/global/en/about_ubs/careers/graduate_and_intern/europe_middleeast_africa.html

Unilever
Industry: Business & Finance, Human Resources, Sales, Technology, Marketing
 
Spring Programme
Over three days in April you can learn about the different areas of Unilever's business, meeting senior leaders and developing skills like analytical thinking and working with others.

Summer placement programme
12 week summer placement programme for penultimate year students (or a second year student of a four year degree).

Industrial placement programme
12 month industrial placement programme. Students must have completed a minimum of two years of their qualification and be returning to study after their placement.

For more information and to apply visit:
http://www.unilever.com/careers/

CareersConnect 

You can also find graduate vacancies and internships on CareersConnect, the UCD Career Development Centre vacancies, internships and appointments system.

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The following websites list internship opportunities, both paid and unpaid:

Activelink
An online network for non-profit organisations: providing information on jobs, tenders, volunteering, events, fundraising, training, publications and funding in the non-profit sector.

AIESEC
The world's largest youth-run organization: offering international internships for students.

European Movement Ireland
European job and internship opportunities.

gradireland.com
Search for graduate jobs and internships.

IAESTE
The International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience: offering students studying architecture, engineering, information technology or science in full-time third-level education the opportunity to gain relevant, paid work experience in another country.

Chartered Accountants Ireland Training Vacancies
A list of organisations (practices, businesses and public sector) with vacancies for students.

Jobbridge
A national internship scheme providing work experience placements for a 6 or 9 month period. The scheme is for people who are unemployed and actively seeking work, and in receipt of social welfare benefits (please see the Jobbridge website for eligibility criteria).

CareersConnect 

You can also find graduate vacancies and internships on CareersConnect, the UCD Career Development Centre vacancies, internships and appointments system.

Login to your account to view current opportunities.