Ireland’s capital city has fast become a dynamic hub for international education and business. With approximately half the population under the age of 25 this young, vibrant city has plenty to offer for your Intern Abroad experience. Many multinational companies have chosen Dublin for their European headquarters as well as being a city known for successful home-grown start up companies. The cultural and social offerings across the city also make it a great place to spend your time abroad.
⦁ Pre-Departure Support including Internship Goal-Setting
⦁ Visa & Immigration Advising and support
⦁ Arrival Orientation
⦁ Welcome Dinner
⦁ Housing
⦁ Airport Pick-up
⦁ On-site Staff Support
⦁ Regular feedback meetings with EZC Study Abroad advisor to track internship goals progress
⦁ 24/7 Emergency Assistance
⦁ International Health Insurance
⦁ Farewell Event
⦁ Volunteer Opportunities
⦁ Excursions and activities
⦁ Health and Safety support
⦁ Advantage – Access to EZC’s Exclusive Program for returning students including free webinars, online resources and more focused on how to use your experience abroad to further your career development in the future
All interns will participate in the International Work Culture Seminars. Designed to help students succeed in their internship but also prepare for their future career, seminar topics will vary and cover soft skills, employer hiring practices, improving professional communication skills, building a professional social media profile, and adapting to work environments. Guest speakers and career-focused field trips and activities will be an important part of the experience.
The expert team of advisors at EZC Study Abroad will work with you to clearly define your objectives for your internship. The internship can be based on your chosen field of study but can also be in a different field if you wish to explore this.
EZC Study Abroad has a number of regular host companies that we work with on an ongoing basis and we also source new host companies based on a student’s requirements.
An EZC Study Abroad advisor on the ground in Ireland will hold regular meetings with you (every 2 weeks) to obtain feedback on your internship progress. Meetings will also be held with your supervisor at the host company.
This is a non-credit based internship but credit may be applied by speaking to your home institution beforehand.
All interns will participate in the International Work Culture Seminars. Designed to help students succeed in their internship but also prepare for their future career, seminar topics will vary and cover soft skills, employer hiring practices, improving professional communication skills, building a professional social media profile, and adapting to work environments. Guest speakers and career-focused field trips and activities will be an important part of the experience.
Week 1: Introduction to Working Culture in Ireland
Week 2: Intercultural Communication
Week 3: Guest Lecture – Local Irish Business with a focus on Exports & Internationalization
Week 4: Corporate Social Responsibility
Week 5: Leadership in Business – The Key Components
Week 6: Guest Lecture – Social Entrepreneurship
Week 7: How to present your Intern Abroad experience to prospective employers
Week 8: Social Media & Me – How your online footprint can impact your future career
Your social and residential experience abroad is just as important as your internship. We understand that to make the most of your short time in residence it is important that you take every opportunity to meet and live with others, we will encourage you to integrate with other international and Irish students and interns.
As an EZC Student you have the option to live in self-catering apartment accommodation or student residences operated by our sister company EazyCity. We have several properties in Dublin and you will share the apartment with other Irish and international students and interns.
Amenities:
Students can upgrade their stay to one of our premium student residences in Dublin city center. All students will have here their own single room with private bathroom, as well as a shared modern kitchen and a comfortable living room and access to extra facilities such as: Gym, Cinema room, terrace, lounge and relax areas, Study areas, 24h reception and much more. If you would like more information on our premium housing option contact us today!
We also offer the opportunity to live with a host family in Dublin. This offers a great way to meet and integrate with a local family with the option of having evening meals included. If you would like more information on staying with a host family during your internship please don’t hesitate to contact us!
| Description | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Due Date | Friday, February 11, 2022 | Confirmation Deposit Due | Friday, March 4, 2022 | Full Program Fee Due/Withdraw Deadline | Friday, March 25, 2022 | Final Forms Due | Monday, April 18, 2022 | Arrival to Dublin & check-in to housing | Thursday, May 19, 2022 | Tour of the city, orientation incl. Intro to Working Culture in Ireland seminar and activities | Friday & Saturday May 20-21, 2022 | OPTIONAL Excursion | Sunday, May 22, 2022 | Introduction to Internship Company | Monday, May 23, 2022 | Internship Begins | Tuesday, May 24, 2022 | Bank Holiday in Ireland (National Holiday) | Monday, June 6, 2022 | OPTIONAL Weekend Excursion to European City | Early Friday to Late Sunday, July 1-3, 2022 (Please note only students participating in this excursion may be absent from their internship on July 1) | Internship Ends | Friday, July 15, 2022 | Housing Check-Out & Departure | Saturday, July 16, 2022 | OPTIONAL Excursions Extra Fees | Sunday, May 22, 2022 – Full Day Excursion in Ireland – $150. Please note OPTIONAL excursions are subject to a minimum enrolment. | Sample Itineraries | Bunratty Castle, The Burren & Cliffs of Moher Belfast & Giant’s Causeway Blarney Castle and Cobh (last port of Titanic). | OPTIONAL Trip to European City: Friday, July 1 to Sunday July 3 | Price TBC | Weekend Trip to European city Includes | Flights, transfers, 2 nights hostel accommodation, public transport ticket, city tour. Please note this excursion is subject to minimum enrolment. |
At EZC Study Abroad we want you to be fully prepared so here below we have outlined any extra costs and estimated living expenses per semester.
Housing Security Deposit (refundable upon departure) – $200 approx.
Clothes, Laundry etc – $300 approx.
Food – $750 approx.
Personal Travel within Ireland – $200 approx.
| Description | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Due Date | Friday, March 4, 2022 | Confirmation Deposit Due | Friday, March 25, 2022 | Full Program Fee Due/Withdraw Deadline | Friday, April 15, 2022 | Final Forms Due | Monday, May 9, 2022 | Arrival to Dublin & check-in to housing | Thursday, June 9, 2022 | Tour of the city, orientation incl. Intro to Working Culture in Ireland seminar and activities | Friday & Saturday, June 10-11, 2022 | OPTIONAL Excursion | Sunday, June 12, 2022 | Introduction to Internship Company | Monday, June 13, 2022 | Internship Begins | Tuesday, June 14, 2022 | OPTIONAL Weekend Excursion to European City | Early Friday to Late Sunday, July 1-3, 2022 (Please note only students participating in this excursion may be absent from their internship on Friday, July 1) | Bank Holiday in Ireland (National Holiday) | Monday, August 1, 2022 | Internship Ends | Friday, August 5, 2022 | Housing Check-Out & Departure | Saturday, August 6, 2022 | OPTIONAL Excursions Extra Fees | Sunday, June 12, 2022 – Full Day Excursion in Ireland – $150 | Sample Itineraries | Bunratty Castle, The Burren & Cliffs of Moher Belfast & Giant’s Causeway Blarney Castle and Cobh (last port of Titanic). | OPTIONAL Trip to European City: Friday to Sunday, July 1-3, 2022 | Price TBC |
At EZC Study Abroad we want you to be fully prepared so here below we have outlined any extra costs and estimated living expenses per semester.
Housing Security Deposit (refundable upon departure) – $200 approx.
Clothes, Laundry etc – $300 approx.
Food – $750 approx.
Personal Travel within Ireland – $200 approx.
