Work Experience and Internship

The internship program allows students to gain practical work experience and improve their fluency in English language in an English-speaking workplace in Dublin or Waterford. The roles available are administrative positions for a variety of industries; tourism, marketing, sales, finance, and hospitality companies. We assist in placements for Erasmus and Alternanza Scuola Lavoro.

Programme Details

At ISE, we offer students a program that allows them to work while making the most of their experience in Ireland. Before students arrive in Ireland, a job placement will be arranged which suits the specific needs and goals of our students. We will consider the student's specialization, qualifications, work experience, level of English, age, and duration of their stay.

Once the student has registered, we can organize up to three interviews with our client companies, with the aim of securing a work placement. Students have the option to combine work experience with an ISE English course. Students can choose between general English, one-to-one classes, IELTS preparation or Business English. If students require a specialist program, we are more than happy to tailor a course to their needs.

We provide internships across a vast number of sectors including, but not limited to:

  • Agriculture
  • Architecture and Design
  • Arts, Design & Fashion
  • Beauty & Cosmetics
  • Business & Administration
  • Catering & Hospitality
  • Communication & Media
  • Customer Service
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Finance & Accountancy
  • Human Resources
  • International Trade and Business
  • IT and Computer Science
  • Marketing & Sales
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Retail & Sales
  • Tourism & Leisure

  • Improvement of English skills and fluency
  • All immersive English learning experience
  • Work experience abroad
  • A skills assessment certificate
  • A certificate of achievement
  • A letter of reference

  • Work placements (paid and unpaid) with reputable companies
  • Accommodation (Self-catering or host family)
  • Airport transfers
  • A 24-hour emergency telephone service
  • Cultural visits and social events
  • Complete student support throughout the program
  • Documentation; reports and certifications

  • Minimum age: 16+
  • Minimum English level: Intermediate (B1)
  • Commitment required is a minimum period of 4 weeks for unpaid work
  • Placement and 12 weeks for a paid work placement.
  • Previous experience and/or studies in the field is preferred.