Study abroad in Dublin with IFSA
Dublin
, Ireland

University College Dublin Summer Internships

Program Overview

Take hold of your future with a business-focused internship in one of the world’s fastest-growing metropolises. Get a first-hand look at the thriving global business scene, gain academic credit, and experience Ireland’s culture—all in one summer. From marketing to finance, the University College Dublin Summer Internships Program is the ideal summer opportunity.

Details at a Glance

Application deadline

Summer: March 1

Minimum GPA

3.00

Credit load

6

Housing

Apartment/Flat

Instruction language

English

Prerequisites

None

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Academics

Students take the Ireland’s International Business Environment core class, one elective, and an internship (6 U. S. semester credit hours total).

Available electives include:

  • Responsible Management, Sustainability and Society
  • Global Sustainable Finance

Internships

Students work for 32 hours per week (Monday-Thursday during business hours) at their internship and are supervised by faculty from UCD. Internships are available in the following areas:

  • Finance and Accountancy
  • Data Analysis, Information & Communications Technology
  • Marketing and Sales
  • Communications and Public Relations
  • Human Resource Management
  • Business Development and International Business

Students must indicate their area of interest as part of the application process, but placements are subject to an interview upon arrival in Dublin. Each student will be interviewed during the month of April to review their education, experience and skill set, and will meet with their employer during week one of the program. The internship is for six weeks out of the eight-week program.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility

  • You must be at least 18 years of age. Students under 18 may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
  • You must be currently attending or recently graduated from a U.S. or Canadian community college, technical college, two-year college, four-year college, or four-year university.
  • You must have completed at least one (1) year of study at your home institution before the beginning of the term.

Recommendation Letter
Your application to this program will require one (1) academic letter of recommendation.

Visa & Residence Permit Requirements

  • A visa is not required for U.S. or Canadian citizens.
  • A visa may be required if you are a citizen of another country.
  • A resident permit is not required for this program.

TRANSCRIPT
Upon completion of your program, IFSA will send an official Butler University transcript to your home university with your coursework converted to the U.S. semester credit hour system. You will also have access to an unofficial transcript in your IFSA Student Portal. The transcript reflects courses taken, credits attempted, and grades earned during your term abroad. This service is included in your study abroad program at no additional cost. See our Transcripts page for more information.

Excursions

Activities and excursions are designed to pull you into the communities you visit and encourage cultural connections of every kind. There’s no extra fee to participate in these optional outings—everything is included in your program fee.

Below are examples from previous terms; outings may be different for your program. We’ll make every effort to run them all, but sometimes things we can’t our control, such as local regulations and health protocols, get in the way. As result, we cannot guarantee activities and excursions.

  • Afternoon at Dun Laoghaire: Spend an afternoon walking the pier at this marina to the south of the city.  Enjoy the scenery well known to James Joyce and other literary figures as you walk along the waterfront to the well-known swimming place called the 40 Foot.  Explore the art, small beaches and the history of the restored Victorian bathing pools along the seafront before a treat of a Teddy’s Ice-cream.
  • Gaelic Games Experience at Croke Park: Ireland has wonderful national Gaelic games such as hurling, Gaelic football, handball, and camogie.  These are ancient sports that are not widely known outside of the country.  Experience the opportunity to try these games and play with coaches from local teams.
  • A Gaelic Match!  Another option is to go to a local match at Croke Park Stadium. Located in the center of the city, walk to the game with the local supporters taking in the atmosphere. Watch your local team, Dublin, play the incredibly quick and skillful sports of Gaelic football or hurling and cheer for a win.
  • Stand-up Comedy Show or Theatrical Play: Dublin plays host to many arts festivals in the summer.  Many of these are film, food, or theater festivals with the city known as a place where there is a show on every night.  Take part in one of these activities to get a flavor of local culture and a perspective on life in Ireland you won’t get anywhere else.
  • Alternative Dublin Walking Tour: Start in the iconic cultural quarter of Temple Bar and find out about the characters making up Ireland’s vibrant music scene. These tours also follow the major pieces of street art and shine a light on Dublin’s LGBTQIA+ community contributions to local culture.

Housing and Meals

Housing

Apartment/Flat

Meals

Self-Catering

Details

Students live in self-catered accommodations at UCD, and no meal plans are offered. However, there are places to eat locally and on campus should students tire of cooking for themselves.

Dates and Fees

Term

Term begins

Term ends

Program costs

Application deadline

Summer 2023

May 29, 2023

July 28, 2023

$8,400

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Term

Summer 2023

Term begins

May 29, 2023

Term ends

July 28, 2023

Program costs

$8,400

Application deadline

Passed

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Vineeta Chauhan

Vineeta Chauhan

Admissions Counselor

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Zipporah Gaines

Prearrival Counselor

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