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Sort by: relevance | date2020 Apprenticeship Campaign
Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail is a proud dynamic leader in the transport network - our depots are state of the art and our fleet is expanding with growing passenger numbers. We are delighted to launch our 2020 Apprenticeship Campaign and welcome applications. Our apprentices are trained to the highest possible technical standards in an extremely safety conscious environment. In keeping with our company vision to continuously grow and improve, we are seeking ambitious female and male Apprentices to join our one team and grow with us across three trades: The educational requirements that must be obtained at the time of application to the Apprenticeship Programme are as follows: Junior Certificate (Ordinary Level): Grade C or higher at Ordinary Level in the Junior Certificate (or equivalent) in one sitting in the following subjects: Irish or English Mathematics Science* Any two other subjects (Grade D or higher on higher level papers is acceptable). * If you have not obtained the required grade in Science, the following is acceptable in: Junior Certificate - Technology, Art, Craft & Design, Technical Graphics, Materials Technology (Wood), Home Economics or Metalwork. Foundation level in the Junior Certificate is not acceptable. OR Leaving Certificate Grade D or higher at Ordinary Level in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) in one sitting in the following subjects: Irish or English Mathematics Science Subject* Any two other subjects *Agricultural Science, Applied Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physics and Chemistry. * If you have not obtained the required grade in any of the above Science Subjects the following is acceptable at Leaving Certificate Level: Art, Construction Studies, Design and Communication Graphics, Engineering, Home Economics and Technology. How to Apply Do you enjoy practical work and working with your hands? Would you like to earn your academic qualification while working in a globally recognised industry? Have you got the attitude to succeed? Would you like to travel and work around the rail network while completing your Apprenticeship? Do you think you’re ready to kick start your career with us? If the above appeals to you, the apply before close of business on Friday 24th July 2020. Apply Now Placements will commence in Autumn 2020 and applicants must be at least 16 years of age on or before the 1st August, 2020. Each candidate will be required to undertake aptitude tests and the results will be used to compile a shortlist for interview purposes. At Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail, we really do value our people. We believe in recognising & supporting those with the aptitude and the attitude to succeed. The suitable aspirants will illustrate compatibility with our company values & competencies via a multiple stage selection process including online assessments, an interview and a medical examination. Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
17 hours agoApprenticeship Scholarship Scheme
Údarás na Gaeltachta has announced an enhanced Apprenticeship Scholarship Scheme to assist Gaeltacht communities impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. 50 apprenticeship scholarships worth more than €2,000 per scholarship are available to assist people who wish to learn a trade or undertake a new career. Despite the uncertainty created by the Coronavirus emergency, Údarás na Gaeltachta is offering people the opportunity to learn a new skill/trade or upskill and obtain an apprenticeship qualification recognised by the national Apprenticeship Council. Qualifications are awarded at Level 6 upwards to degree standard in accordance with the national training framework Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). The Gaeltacht community can apply to undertake apprenticeships from 55 different apprenticeships under 12 varied sectors, all recognised by SOLAS, as part of the Scholarship Scheme being offered by Údarás na Gaeltachta. Apprenticeship Scholarships are available in the following sectors: The current call for applications for the Údarás na Gaeltachta Apprenticeship Scholarship Scheme 2020 is open until the 17/07/2020.
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