Quick guide for grads to your rights in the workplace
You must be given a written statement of “core terms” within five days of starting your job
You must be given a written statement of “core terms” within five days of starting your job
Andreea Cislaru: ‘I did maths and biology in the first years, but ultimately finished with a chemistry degree.’
The value of cultivating transferable skills is often under-recognised by employees themselves
Graduates have a unique opportunity when they enter the workforce to decide what sort of career they want to pursue
Julia Loh was interested in changing courses to study computer science until she heard about another pathway to a career in technology
Graduates are advised to reach out to people who work in their area of interest
Recruiting graduates is an effective way for companies to identify talent early
Jeanne McDonagh: The benefit of self-employment is the freedom to take an idea and develop it from scratch
There are plenty of employment opportunities for graduates as employers battle for skilled and talented workers
Avery Fenton: ‘I want to look at the past not just to understand the present, but to help understand what the future may look like’
Here are some paid programmes that can take you from new graduate to seasoned professional
Finding a balance that meets the needs of both parties is essential for a successful relationship
Developing good financial habits early on can help graduates get a greater sense of control over their financial situation
Employers will often cite soft skills ahead of skills more traditionally associated with qualifications achieved at college
We look at some of the key considerations for graduates who are interested in starting their own business
Senior recruiter and career coaches share tips on securing the right opportunity
Opportunities for graduates cited in life sciences, finance, construction, pharmaceutical, engineering and technology
From Aldi to Vodafone, here’s a round-up of some of the companies offering paid programmes that can take you from new graduate to seasoned professional
Ellen Coleman studied at Shannon College of Hotel Management and at the University of Galway. She has been working at EY Dublin for almost two years
Alison Rae studied commerce in UCD before joining KPMG’s tax department
Alice Lynch studied international modern languages in University College Dublin. She is currently working as a Jameson brand ambassador in Málaga
Tarah O’Sullivan studied chemistry in UCD and is an associate at PwC’s tax department
Sinéad Reidy studied engineering at University of Galway. She joined the ESB in September 2020
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Molly Wheeler studied nursing and commerce at UCD. She is currently an Associate at Deloitte’s Assurance Graduate Programme
Katherine Burton studied history and geography at UCD and works as a content curator at the Economic and Social Research Institute
Sinéad Carroll studied science at UCD and now works as a Life Sciences Technology Consultant at Accenture in Ireland.
Therese O’Connor returned to college as a mature student to study Communications in DCU. She is currently participating in the Vodafone graduate programme
Higher proportion of well-off students earned in excess of €40,000 after graduation
Graduate profile: Lisa Barry talks about her experience on the PwC graduate programme.
Employers are looking for attributes such as practicality, communication, collaboration and confidence, says expert
As you set out on your career path after college the following advice is worth considering.
‘Graduates sometimes underestimate themselves due to their lack of experience’
Grad schemes are aiming to attract the best and brightest talent
Growth in employment not matched by additional supply in labour, says Ibec
Good communications skills and having a better understanding of others can help you in your new role
Housing and property market are crippling younger workers, says economist
Saving is not something anybody enjoys doing, but if it’s possible for you, the rewards can be plentiful
Third-level institutions offer career development services to students and graduates
Graduate schemes can be an entry route into many professions while internships can provide valuable experience
Companies from very different sectors are hiring, and many of them are open to graduates from any discipline or background.
My graduate programme: Clare McCourt, Pinsent Masons
Graduate profile: Bonga Dlamini O’Carroll completed the Accounting Technicians Ireland apprenticeship
Graduate profile: Yanyan Zhang talks about the EY graduate programme
Graduate profile: Nicola McGloughlin talks about her experience on the Aldi graduate programme.
Graduate profile: Molly Sheridan talks about her experience on the Deloitte graduate programme
Graduate profile: Lorna McGuinness talks about the KPMG graduate programme
Graduate profile: Sarah Whelan talks about the Accenture graduate programme she took part in.
Graduate profile: Kacey Maher talks about her experience on the Jameson graduate programme
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