Dublin Arts & Culture Placement Example

Youth Theatre

The theatre has over 100 members aged 14-22, and is known for both high profile shows and low-key productions, so new members with little or no experience have an opportunity to perform in a 'safe' environment. You work on a live production and has responsibilities in all areas of pre-production and live performances as assistant Stage Manager.

“I really enjoy the hands-on aspect of my job. It is a unique experience to get to work in a stage management capacity on three different shows, two of which are devised. I’m really learning a lot about working on shows of a more devised nature with minimal resources. I really enjoy getting to work with three different directors, each of whom have their own style of running a room. It is also really great to get to work with three separate casts of young people who all bring such great energy to the room.”

— Junior, Stage Management major, Boston University

Dublin Communication & Media Placement Example

Public Relations Firm

At this public relations firm, you gain practical experience across a spectrum of industries from music, brands, exhibitions, events, theater, and digital innovation to the arts. You assist with strategic PR and marketing campaigns, events including opening nights and product launches, and social media management and development. Upon completion, you will have gained skills in strategic planning, writing and research, managing multiple priorities, and social media management.

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“This is a great company to work for! Overall it is an incredible positive experience. My supervisor is clearly very well respected in her industry and is a fantastic teacher.”

— Junior, Public Relations major, University of Tennessee Knoxville

Dublin Healthcare & Education Placement Example

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A Health Sciences Laboratory Placement

Based in one of Ireland’s largest children’s hospitals, you have the opportunity to assist in a busy hospital lab. You gain experience through shadowing a medical scientist and observing the work processes that take place in various areas of the laboratory. The placement provides a comprehensive understanding of the work carried out in the department and the role the department plays in patient care.

“My role is to assistant the medical scientists in the main histology laboratory. I enjoy the teaching atmosphere. The medical scientists and pathologists take the time to show me interesting cases. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming, and the environment is pleasant and happy. I have learned so much.”

— Junior, Chemical Biology major, University of California, Berkeley

Dublin Business Placement Example

A Property Management Company

At this established estate agency, you assist in providing lettings, property management, and sales to vendors and landlords both locally and internationally. You will gain experience in areas of operations, client services, finance and accounting. The placement duties also include assisting with letting agent tasks such as showing properties and negotiation of contracts.

“I prepare legal documents, invoices, and cash flows for our personal records and for the people that we manage their property for. I help with creating ads for the properties we manage and take pictures of the properties to keep on file. I also meet with potential tenants of our properties to show them around and/or move the tenants in or out. I really like how it is a small business so I have a lot of one on one time with my supervisor.”

— Sophomore, Business & Entrepreneurship major, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Dublin Politics, Law & NGOs Placement Example

A Political Research Institute

At a policy research institute and think-tank, you are exposed to the unique relationships and conversations between representatives from government, business and the legal professions. You assist with research, writing, and media monitoring for one or more of the Institute’s working groups. You may also assist with events and conferences.

“This internship is the ideal place for someone who has an interest in research, event-management, politics, etc. The intern has to be flexible, personable, driven, dependable, and hardworking. The organization is a professional work environment that requires mature interns.”

— Junior, International Relations major, Boston University