UCD Careers Network

30/01/2025

The Careers Network office will be closed on Monday 3 Feb due to the bank holiday. If you have any queries, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].

Looking forward to assisting you when we’re back! In the meantime, don’t forget to use MyCareer to make the most of our resources.

23/01/2025

Did you know that we're offering UCD students the chance to get a free professional headshot taken at the Internship Fair taking place next Tues 28 Jan?📸 It's time to get the LinkedIn profile pic you've always wanted!😎

We're giving a limited number of students the opportunity to have their headshot taken free of charge from 2pm on the day of the fair.

When you arrive at O'Reilly Hall, be sure to head straight to the Careers Network hub where you will receive a voucher with your timeslot and number on it.🎫

Places will be offered on a first come, first served basis on the day so don't delay and arrive camera ready!💇

23/01/2025

Following the Met Éireann status red warning in place for Friday 24 Jan, UCD will be closed which includes the Careers Network office.

Any scheduled in-person appointments will now be moved online, please contact the team via email ([email protected]) with any questions or concerns.

Stay safe all and follow for further updates and information on who to contact in the event of an emergency situation on campus.

17/01/2025

The final day of our Corporate and Commercial London Law trip brought us to DLA Piper, where we wrapped up a fantastic week in the capital!

A huge thank you to Kathleen Ross for organising the day and to Sana Butt for looking after us so well. It was a privilege to meet UCD alumnus Vincent Keaveny, CBE who shared his experiences and spent time connecting with the group.

The day also featured a fantastic panel discussion with trainees from DLA Piper’s Irish office who gave us valuable insights into their career journeys and experiences. This was followed by a lively networking session that allowed our students to ask questions and build connections.

A heartfelt thank you to all the firms, alumni, and professionals who made this week so impactful. We look forward to seeing how the insights gained on this trip inspire our students as they embark on their own legal careers.

16/01/2025

It's time for a recap on day 3️⃣ of the Corporate and Commercial London Law trip 🎡

The group began the day at Hogan Lovells, where the students participated in an engaging schedule that included a trainee Q&A panel and a negotiation skills workshop. Many thanks to Jasmine Uppal for organising such a valuable experience!

In the afternoon, we visited Goodwin Law where students learned about the firm, their available opportunities, the application process and heard tips on how to make a move to London. It was particularly special to connect with Aisling Billington (UCD alumna) who shared her own career journey.

It was a rewarding day of networking and learning as the trip continues to inspire the group to explore opportunities in commercial law.

15/01/2025

Calling all UCD students 📣 Registration is now open for our 2025 Future Skills Programme! 🧑‍💻

Running from 29 January – 2 April 2025, this 8-week series will connect you with top employers like Coca-Cola, Deloitte, Irish Distillers, Vodafone, KPMG, and more. Swipe to see whose joining us and when 📲

Learn key skills such as creative thinking, leadership, technological literacy, and analytical thinking—all directly from industry leaders. This programme is your chance to meet employers face-to-face and build the in-demand skills they value in the workplace.

📅 When? Wednesdays, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 Where? SCI E 1.17/1.18 ALE

Spaces are limited, so don’t wait - register now on MyCareer!

▶️ Students will need to attend a minimum of six sessions (& complete the related reflective assignment) to be eligible for the certificate in Future Skills. Following completion of the programme, students can also use this certificate toward the UCD Advantage Award.

15/01/2025

Day 2️⃣ of our Corporate and Commercial London Law trip was another incredible day of learning, networking, and inspiration! 🌟

We started the day at Kirkland & Ellis, where we met Vincent Bergin and Ed Mort, who shared fascinating insights into the private equity industry. The session was followed by a trainee networking lunch, where students had the chance to connect with current trainees and gain valuable career advice. A huge thank you to Kate Bowyer and Anna Boe for looking after us!

In the afternoon, we visited Clifford Chance, where we were warmly welcomed by UCD alumni Louise Murray (Associate), Nicole Jones (Associate), and Síofra Brady (Trainee Solicitor). The visit included a networking lunch, an engaging presentation, and a panel discussion covering their career journeys and tips for breaking into commercial law.

We ended the day with a fantastic UCD Alumni Networking Event, where students connected with UCD graduates now thriving in various legal and commercial roles across the city.

Stay tuned for further updates throughout the week as our students get the opportunity to learn from some of the best in the field!

14/01/2025

The UCD Internship Fair is back, and it's time to book your spot!🚀

🌟 When? Tuesday, 28th January, 12:00–5:00 PM

📍 Where? O’Reilly Hall

🎯 Why Register?

✔️ Connect with top employers such as our proud sponsor, .
✔️ Explore summer internships, graduate roles, and academic internships.
✔️ Gain insights into the employment landscape.

PLUS, we’re offering a limited number of free professional headshots for attendees!

🖱️ Register now via MyCareer or the link in our bio to secure your place.

Follow us for further updates over the coming weeks 💼✨

13/01/2025

Day 1 of the Corporate and Commercial London Law trip was packed with brilliant insights and experiences! 🌟

We kicked off the day with a visit to Pinsent Masons, where we had the privilege of hearing from Joanne Ault (International Recruitment & Devlopment Advisor) and Alan Davis (Partner, Head of Competition EU & Trade, and a proud UCD alumni). They shared valuable advice on application processes and early careers.

Next, the students had the opportunity to explore the Royal Courts of Justice during a fascinating tour, immersing themselves in the history of one of London’s most iconic legal institutions.

To round off the day, the group met UCD alumni Robert Lee and James Fagan at Radcliffe Chambers, where they offered a behind-the-scenes look at life as a barrister. Robert Lee also gave an exclusive tour of Lincoln’s Inn, one of the historic Inns of Court.

20 students are taking part in this year’s trip, accompanied by UCD Careers Network’s Leona Barry and Isobel Tynan and Professor Laurent Pech, Dean of the UCD Sutherland School of Law.

Stay tuned for more highlights from the trip across the week!

08/01/2025

23/12/2024

As we close for the festive season today, we wanted to take a moment to revisit some highlights from the first trimester🤩

📈 1,320 students met with us 1:1 for tailored career advice

🤝 4,444 students attended our recruitment fairs, featuring 197 companies over 3 days

👩‍🏫 444 students were welcomed to the Career Mentoring Programme with 245 alumni offering mentoring support

⭐ We hit a new a record with 1,762 sign-ups for the Advantage Award Programme

🌍 24 students joined us on the Business and Finance trip to London

🍩 1,000 donuts were consumed on Open Day!

💼 20 employer-led workshops delivered real-world insights to students

🎓 9 alumni panels were hosted in collaboration with UCD Alumni

We’re so grateful to all the students, employers, colleagues and alumni who made this trimester such a success and we look forward to doing it all again in January🙌

As we head into the festive season, we’d like to wish you all a wonderful break. We can’t wait to see you again in 2025📆

💬 Please let us know in the comments or DM us—what would you like to see more of from the UCD Careers Network next year?

19/12/2024

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11/12/2024

The Careers Network team would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to all the incredible speakers and employers who made yesterday's graduate employment breakfast a great success!☕ 💭

The insightful morning covered a range of topics including:

✔️ Youth mental health: Professor Barbara Dooley’s “My World Research” shed light on the challenges and needs of Gen Z as they transition from third level to the working world.

✔️ Inclusive recruitment: Lisa Padden and Kathie Orr from UCD Access & Lifelong Learning demonstrated strategies to ensure equitable and diverse hiring practices.

✔️ Student voices: A panel of UCD students (Joseph Dillon, Aisling Kearns, Emma Kelly, Taelor Monkman DeWeese) shared their inspiring internship journeys and shared their recommendations for positive recruitment and onboarding processes.

✔️ Networking opportunities: Employers from a broad range of sectors connected to discuss how to better prepare students for application processes and interview stages.

We’d also like to thank Professor Colin Scott, UCD Registrar and Deputy President, for his thoughtful introduction and leadership in fostering collaboration between UCD and employers🤝

Events like this that bring employers, students, academics and the Careers Network staff together enable us to create meaningful supports for students and graduates while ensuring inclusivity is at the heart of recruitment processes.

We look forward to further collaboration in 2025!😀

10/12/2024

As we gear up for the festive season, here’s a reminder of our opening hours:

🗓️ 2 Dec - 23 Dec

Monday - Friday: 9am to 5pm (Closing early at 1pm on Monday 23 Dec!)

🎁 We’ll be closed from 24 Dec to 1 Jan, reopening on Thursday 2 Jan ✨🎄

But don’t worry—you can still book appointments or browse resources via MyCareer anytime!

25/11/2024

Calling all UCD graduate students pursuing a career in research 🔊

Next Tuesday, we are hosting a Careers Masterclass & World Café event for Graduate Researchers in the UCD Global Lounge from 1:30 - 4:00 PM.

On the day, you can learn how to:

⭐ Identify transferable skills developed over the course of your doctoral degree
✍️ Highlight your skills concisely on your CV
💬 Communicate your skills effectively in interviews
🤝 Share what career support graduate research students are looking for when pursuing next steps

🍕 Free pizza will be provided on the day

If you are a Graduate Researcher and this sounds interesting to you, then sign up here: https://buff.ly/4eKKHoq

19/11/2024

Tomorrow’s Set for Success workshop with the Central Bank of Ireland, covering techniques for creative problem solving is the last of the semester.

We have had an amazing range of sessions covering everything from embracing technology in practice to the art of persuasion, with over 250 students attending the five workshops 🎉

For all those registered, tomorrow’s session will take place from 2-3 pm in the Moot Court in the Sutherland Building. We hope to see you there 🙌

Huge thanks to all employers who took part in Set for Success - we are already looking forward to next year’s programme!

19/11/2024

Next Tuesday, we are hosting an Early Career Researchers Alumni Panel from 5:00 - 6:30 PM in the Ardmore Boardroom. Make sure to come along!

The panel will share how skills developed during their research degrees shaped each of their respective career paths. This exciting panel discussion will feature:

🔬Alannah Chalkley, Forensic Science Ireland
🖥️Nik Maheshwari, Senior Manager of Data Science, EY Ireland
💾Agatha Mathos, Data Scientist, Axa Ireland
💼John Walsh, Emerging Technology and R&D Manager, ESB
🧪Craig Jakes, QC Separations Scientist, Bristol Myers Squibb

There will also be time for a Q&A, so if you have any burning questions about where your research degree can take you, then make sure to join us!

Register here: https://buff.ly/4fSHQut

18/11/2024

Today, as part of the Legal and Professional Skills module at UCD Sutherland School of Law, the Careers Network team were thrilled to welcome back four UCD alumni to share their insights and career journeys with students 🌟

Thank you to the wonderful panelists:

💼 John Gallagher – Officer at PAI Partners
⚖️ Oisin Mag Fhogartaigh – Judicial Assistant to the Supreme Court of Ireland
🏦 Esh*ta Bahadur – Senior Customer Operations Specialist at AIB’s Collateral & Valuations Centre of Excellence
📚 Rory Purcell – Trainee Solicitor at McCann Fitzgerald

Our panelists provided invaluable advice on navigating the professional world, building meaningful careers, and the critical skills that helped them succeed after graduation. A huge thank you to each of them for taking the time to give back and for sharing their expertise with the next generation of professionals. 💬👏