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The Student Enterprise Awards Mini-Company Programme is the biggest enterprise competition for students in Ireland. It helps students to grasp real life skills associated with running a real enterprise including working as part of a team, managing production and finances, organizing a sales and marketing campaign and liaising directly with customers, judges and the media. Over the 10 years the Enterprise Boards have run this competition we have seen some remarkable success stories with high levels of innovation, ingenuity and clever sales pitches. What is really striking is how confident young people are in presenting their final proposals with many teachers remarking that students often develop self-confidence as they work their way through the different stages of their business. This is particularly true when students are taken out of their normal school environment to deal with external stakeholders who can help them progress their business idea. The competition compliments...

The Association of Teachers of Spanish in Ireland exists to support and promote the teaching of Spanish in Irish Secondary Schools. As part of this, the Association co-ordinates events to develop the use of the Spanish language for students through our Debating Competition and Quiz. ATS hold a 'world cup' style Spanish debating competition with every team guaranteed to have a minimum of 2 debates. The teams for the Cup and the Plate will be split after the quarter finals. 

The courses were set up in 2004 to build on the success of the TAP foundation courses. TAP/CDETB courses offer another way to third-level for students who have the ability to benefit from and succeed in higher education, but who come from socio-economic groups where few people go on to college. Students take part in a range of ‘taster’ activities in Trinity including: an orientation programme library workshops study skills workshops educational guidance workshops ‘Mini Trinity Week’ At the end of the course, students receive a certificate of participation in the university access programme from TAP.

The UCD Sport and Exercise Summer Study Abroad Program provides is aimed at students with an interest/majoring in Sport Management, Kinesiology, Sport and Exercise Science and/or Nutrition. It provides an excellent opportunity to spend two weeks in Ireland whilst also meeting requirements for progression on your degree. The Program runs in early June each year and offers an exciting combination of academic, social and cultural activities, including a chance to learn more about and experience first-hand those uniquely Irish ‘Gaelic Games’. The minimum GPA requirement is 2.70 In addition to completing the UCD on-line application process, a copy of your passport and an official University transcript of academic record to date are required.

The UCD Clinton Institute Summer School brings together scholars and graduate students from around the world to engage in wide-ranging discussion on interdisciplinary study of the United States. The School is aimed at advanced graduate students and junior faculty in the fields of American Studies, History, Political Sciences and Literary and Cultural Studies. The programme will offer participants the opportunity to work with distinguished figures in these fields and to investigate current developments in study of the United States and its global relations. The School’s format will include daily workshop seminars and plenary lectures. Participants work with the School’s core faculty in one of four week-long seminars.

The programme consists of a two week taught tuition period with an option to spend a further two weeks of research activity under the guidance of an experienced researcher. There are two 5 ECTS courses to choose from, students may take one or both. The Health Systems course offers an opportunity for the student to learn about and critically analyse the main types of health care systems found around the world. The other option is a research for practice course. The purpose of this course will be twofold: First to introduce students to research designs most commonly used in healthcare research and secondly to facilitate students in the learning of skills relating to the retrieval, critical appraisal and application to practice of research evidence. There is also an option to take a 10 ECTS course which entails attending the classes for the first two weeks and then working with a Research Mentor who is assigned to the student for a further two weeks. Fee's for the Nursing Health...

Interns working in Human Resources Management departments will have exposure to various areas of their employer's business. Interns may be asked to work on a variety of projects which may include liaising with other departments. In previous years, Human Resources Management internships have been offered in businesses such as: Arthur Cox, CMRF, RSM, and The HR Company. Sample roles and responsibilities: Providing day to day support for HR and Project Managers Supporting, overseeing and delivering a range of people processes including: recruitment, performance management, induction, graduate recruitment, employment relations and learning & development Research, preparation and presentation of information as required General departmental administration Assisting performance management review projects  The entry requirements: GPA of 3.0 – transcript must be provided with application Full  English  language requirements Full time registered undergraduate...

Interns in Business Analytics can be tasked with a variety of projects and will have an opportunity to showcase and develop their skill sets in relation to analytics and research. In previous years, Business Analytics / Research internships have been offered in businesses such as: p3 Hotels, ICON & Bank of Ireland. Sample roles and responsibilities for interns: Client reporting and data analysis Analyse customer data to identify key trends Preparing reports based on analysis Maintain / improve existing data analysis tools & reports The entry requirements: GPA of 3.0 – transcript must be provided with application Full  English  language requirements Full time registered undergraduate student Approval from home university

Interns working in Marketing departments generally report to the Heads of Marketing and Sales teams and work on a variety of projects within the department. In previous years, Marketing internships have been offered in organisations such as: Arthur Cox, Bentley, Blueface, Capventis, Jobface, Dun Laoghaire Volunteer Centre and AdRoll   The entry requirements: GPA of 3.0 – transcript must be provided with application Full  English  language requirements Full time registered undergraduate student Approval from home university

Finance / Accountancy interns can expect to be working with senior members of an organisation on various projects specific to the finance and accountancy departments. In previous years, Finance / Accountancy internships have been offered in organisations including: Bank of Ireland, Beacon Hospital, Deloitte, KPMG, Lafferty and Co., XLCatlin  The entry requirements: GPA of 3.0 – transcript must be provided with application Full  English  language requirements Full time registered undergraduate student Approval from home university

The 8 eight week programme consists of a 6 week internship placement. The internship team provide a broad spectrum of intellectually engaging internships. Placements take place with a wide variety of employers: small- to medium-enterprises, private companies, voluntary organisations and multinationals. Business Development / International Business interns generally work with senior members of an organisation on projects and day-to-day tasks. Interns gain valuable experience assisting in identifying new opportunities for business growth and researching current trends and competitors. In previous years, Business Development / International Business Internships have been offered in businesses and non-profit organisations such as: Brightflag, IDA, Invesco, LGMA, Sightsavers and Space Engagers.

The UCD High School Summer Program is a 10 day enrichment program ideal for students who are seriously considering attending university in Ireland.  This program will introduce students to UCD’s campus culture and prepare them for the exciting and rewarding experience of studying in Ireland on a more long-term basis.  In addition to highlighting UCD’s degree options and campus amenities, the program will also acquaint students with the vibrant capital city of Dublin and Ireland’s rich cultural heritage through a variety of field trips and activities. Faculty-led immersion days in the UCD Colleges of Business, Science, Engineering & Architecture, Social Science & Law, Arts & Humanities and more. Application workshop led by UCD North America admission counselors. Opportunities to meet one-on-one with UCD degree program representatives to discuss specific courses of study. Introduction to UCD’s student supports, clubs and societies....

This programme engages young people (15-25 years), their youth leaders and volunteers through a process of interaction, reflection and action. Participants are supported to make connections between their own lives and international social justice issues, and be empowered to make a positive difference in the world. Trócaire offers tailored global justice workshops to groups with a minimum of 15 young people aged 15-25. We will facilitate a two-hour workshop using participative methodologies exploring a chosen global justice issue: Climate Change  Refugee Crisis Women’s Empowerment All workshops are provided free-of-charge and early booking is advised.

  Youth Work Ireland has formed a strategic partnership with youth services from across Europe who use music as a tool for supporting the development of young people. These partners include; UK Youth, Youth Cymru (Wales), Samfés (Iceland), Youth Scotland, Lithuanian Children and Youth Centre and Youth Action Northern Ireland, with Youth Work Ireland as the lead partner. The most recent achievement of this partnership has been the successful funding of a KA2 Erasmus + project entitled Youth Work ‐ Music and Cultural Entrepreneurship. The end result of this project is the design of an online toolkit/site on how to use music as a tool for engaging and retaining young people in youth services, as well as creating an online community of other youth services from across Europe that use music.  As part of this collaboration a special edition of Scene Magazine was published which sought to capture the experience of a diverse range of youth organisations and practitioners and to...

The IYMAs will feature performances by young musicians aged 12-19, performing across two stages throughout the day and connects ticket holders and performers, with Ireland’s top music industry personnel at the IYMAs Education Hub via workshops and masterclasses with over 100,000 young people participating in the programme to date with the figure growing each year. The event also marks the start of Youth Work Ireland week with other events happening across the country. The IYMAs marketplace will feature information for attendees on the creative and music industries, with BIMM Institute Dublin, IMRO and RTÉ 2FM all in attendance with the latter broadcasting live from the event. The marketplace will also have hands on demonstrations and much more. The event also created a space for young people to connect with Ireland’s top music industry personnel at the IYMAs Education Hub via workshops and masterclasses with. These include our newly added workshop with Ruth Medjber of Ruthless...

The purpose of the Dublin Baseball Academy is to inspire and instruct young athletes with an interest in advancing their baseball knowledge and skills to the next level.  Participants will be taught the fundamental mechanics of fielding, throwing, hitting, and pitching.  In addition, participants will learn the proper way to warm up, condition, and warm down.  These skills will be emphasized through repetition with quality instruction.  

FIE's fourth Student Global Leadership Conference is a premier educational event and student destination for undergraduate and graduate students from the US, UK, and around the world. Building on previous conference themes of social justice, diversity, and inclusivity, this year's theme focuses on building a sustainable future. FIE’s Student Global Leadership Conference will challenge and empower leaders to find opportunities, make positive impacts, and pursue a leadership practice which considers holistic effectiveness, and in return, build a better tomorrow for everyone. Our actions in the present will lead us to a thriving future.  Whether you are an undergraduate studying abroad with FIE London or Dublin or an undergraduate/graduate international student studying in the UK, the SGLC is sure to be of interest to anyone looking to sharpen their leadership skills.  FIE deeply  regrets that due to the ongoing challenges presented by COVID-19 , they  have taken the very...

Among HOBY’s ongoing opportunities for young people to serve and grow are more than 70 weekend HOBY Leadership Seminars held in the U.S. each spring. These programs are only possible through the efforts of more than 4,000 volunteers dedicated to making a difference for the youth of their state. New volunteers are encouraged to get involved. These are some of the many ways to participate: Work directly with students during the programs as a Junior or Adult Facilitator Organize speaker panels and plan leadership-building activities Recruit schools and students to participate Assist with fundraising and gathering donated items Provide oversight and guidance by serving on the local board of directors Or tell us about your skills and we'll find a position for you! If you have questions, or know you are ready to join your local HOBY team, contact the volunteers listed for your area/state.

Since 1968, the HOBY World Leadership Congress (WLC) has empowered students around the world to broaden their perspective and begin to see themselves as part of something larger—the global community we all share. As the global aspect on HOBY’s Pathway to Leadership, the WLC is a weeklong program designed to empower high school juniors and seniors to become mature, cognizant leaders and active global citizens. More than 450 students from 14 countries participate in WLC each year, including Argentina, Albania, Mexico, Turkey, China, Spain, Bolivia, Taiwan, Korea, and the United Kingdom. Students leave the WLC feeling empowered and equipped with the leadership skills they need to reach their goals and make meaningful contributions to society.   At the WLC, Ambassadors have the opportunity to: Interact with global leaders through keynote speeches, panels, and mentor meetings Experience international diversity through mixed-culture student groups Explore and exercise leadership...

HOBY’s Community Leadership Workshops (CLeW) are developed and implemented across the country by volunteers from local businesses, civic groups, and HOBY alumni for students to grow as inspired, confident leaders. This six- to eight-hour program for 30 to 50 high school freshmen may be hosted anytime during the year at a local school or community center. During a HOBY CLeW, student participants will: Interact with local community leaders, from CEOs to politicians to leaders of nonprofits, through keynote presentations about real-world issues and in-depth group discussions Learn to form diverse relationships with adult professionals, volunteer mentors, and students with diverse leadership styles and backgrounds Participate in activities to explore and exercise leadership on personal and group levels Conduct a community service project, putting leadership into action and implementing social change

ECO-UNESCO Ireland, in conjunction with UNESCO is running the Flagship UNESCO ‘Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) Youth Leadership’ training.  This joint UNESCO and ECO-UNESCO training is part of the UNESCO Global Action Programme (GAP) and aims to empower young people to inspire and mobilise others to take action towards a more sustainable and just future. The training will take places at the Clock Tower, Department of Education and Skills, Marlborough Street, Dublin 1, Ireland and is open to young people (18-35) who are interested or engaged in sustainable development. Participants will engage with the theory and practice of ESD in order to build their capacity as ESD leaders. The training covers themes including; Sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals, ESD; Systems Thinking; Conflict Transformation; Leadership; Visioning; Communication; Facilitation; Networking; and Monitoring and Evaluation. Course material and an online session will be provided...

The family of the late great Dermot Earley Snr believe a new initiative in his honour can help the next generation of young Irish leaders make their mark in the world. The Dermot Earley Youth Leadership Initiative, brought together by the GAA, Foróige and National University of Ireland Galway, commenced in Parnell Park on Wednesday 9th September for North Dublin clubs and Wednesday 16th September for South Dublin Clubs. 27 young GAA club members took on the opportunity to develop their leadership skills through this exciting programme that evokes and honours the values Dermot epitomised and held so dear. Participants aged between 15- and 18-years-old, will explore all elements of leadership before being asked to put their skills to work in their own clubs and communities. Those who complete all three modules between September 2015 and May 2016 will be eligible to graduate from NUIG with a Foundation Certificate in Youth Leadership and Community Action.

Youth Leadership Development Competition  This competition is one of our longest running youth projects and it rewards young people with clear leadership potential based on their extra-curricular activities. Last year we reviewed the format of the competition and we will keep this programme for the coming school year. Winners will visit Belfast and meet with local politicians and business leaders, then we travel to Dublin for further meetings with leaders and then the highlight of the trip will be to debate a variety of motions in the European Parliament in Strasbourg at Euroscola.

The development of young people as leaders is core to the work of Foróige. Foróige’s Leadership for Life is an exciting programme that enables young people to develop the skills and qualities necessary to be effective leaders, as well as challenging them to use these skills for the betterment of society.  The Leadership for Life programme sets out to empower young people to make a positive difference to their community through practical actions and projects. Throughout the course of the programme, young people learn the core concepts of leadership and gain skills such as communication, teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking, self-awareness etc. The programme sets about developing the leadership capabilities and potential of young people and gives them an opportunity to harness their skills and attributes to contribute to their society in a fun and encouraging environment.  The Leadership for Life programme aims: To enable young people to develop the skills,...