Student Placement

InterTradeIrelandNewry, Down£26,449 per annum
TEAM: Innovation & Entrepreneurship or Trade
SALARY: £26,449
DURATION: 48-Week Undergraduate Placement
REPORTS TO: Project or Programme Manager


Are you a proactive student ready to gain hands-on experience and build valuable skills in business, trade, or innovation? At InterTradeIreland, you’ll join a dynamic placement working on real projects that help SMEs grow, trade, and innovate—all within a supportive and collaborative environment.

This 48-week placement gives you practical exposure across multiple areas, allowing you to work with professionals, tackle real challenges, and make a tangible impact.


ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are offering two student placements: Innovation & Entrepreneurship and Trade. During your placement, you will:

📊 Support Programmes & Services: Assist with programme administration, business operations, and reporting to ensure smooth delivery.
🤝 Engage with Stakeholders: Work with internal teams, SMEs, consultants, and external partners to drive key initiatives.
💻 Use Business Systems: Manage data, maintain records, and generate reports using tools such as Datakraft, HubSpot, Excel, and other MS 365 applications.
📈 Contribute to Development: Help improve internal and external service delivery, participate in team projects, and support programme monitoring.
🎤 Event & Content Support: Organise workshops, conferences, and online events; contribute to blogs, social media, and programme communications.
🚀 Programme Involvement: Work on major initiatives such as:
  • Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Innovation Boost, Business Explorer, Shared Island, Funding for Growth, Synergy.
  • Trade: Go-2-Tender, Trade Export Pathway, Trade Hub, First Time Exporters, Supply Chain.
This placement gives you the opportunity to develop real-world skills in business support, programme delivery, stakeholder engagement, and event coordination, all while contributing to InterTradeIreland’s mission to help SMEs thrive across the island.


WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
This placement is more than just work experience—it’s a launchpad for your career:

⛱️ Generous Time Off: Enjoy 23 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible working, hybrid office/remote options, and flexitime.
💻 Skill Development: Practical experience in a professional, supportive environment.
❤️‍🩹 Wellbeing Support: A workplace that values your health, happiness, and motivation.
🤝 Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values flexibility, honesty, and collaboration.


WHO SHOULD APPLY?
We’re looking for curious, ambitious students studying Business, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Communications, STEM, Technology, or related fields who want to make a real impact.

REQUIRED SKILLS:
🧑‍💻 Proficient in MS office & Eagar to Learn New Tools
✅ Strong Communication & Relationship-Building Skills
🎯 Ability to Prioritise & Work Independently
📊 Analytical & Report Writing Skills
🎤 Presentation & Content Creation Skills

If you’re excited to gain practical experience, contribute to impactful projects, and develop skills that will set you up for future success, we’d love to hear from you!

Download the Job Description for a full review of the role.


Apply now and take the next step in your career with InterTradeIreland.

​​​​​​​Closing date for applications is Monday 30th March 2026 @ 1.00pm.


The closing date for applications is Monday the 30th of March 2026

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