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Internships: Overview

• An internship is a temporary work program where you can gain experience in a field and learn about working in a specific sector.

• Many internships occur during summer break.

1. What is an internship?

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• Internships can help you decide what career you would like to pursue.

• They can also be paid and may reflect expereinces and skills on your CV.

2. Why would I do an internship?

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4. Where should I look for an internship?

• MyCareer (run by the Trinity Careers Service) posts internship opportunities.

• Consult with the Careers Service for more information on finding internship opportunities.

• Different internships seek students from different years and courses.

• Some internship applications will request graduates, others will indicate which years the internship is open to.

3. When do students typically do internships?

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How do I find internship opportunities?

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Note, some courses have internships integrated into teaching. This information is directed towards students looking for internships outside of their course.

• MyCareer is a platform run by Trinity's Careers Service where you can search for jobs and internship opportunities.

• MyCareer allows you to filter opportunities by your preferences, save opportunities to a specific folder, and informs you of how to apply as well as the requirements for the position.

• Your MyCareer account is the same as your Trinity student email and password.

• Students can also book appointments with the Careers Service to discuss employment and recieve coaching.

• You are also welcome to book an appointment with your disability officer or occupational therapist to discuss applying for internships.

• Please note, internship applications open and close at different deadlines throughout the year. We recommend that you check MyCareers periodically throughout the school year and keep track of the different application deadlines by saving the opportunities to your MyCareers profile.

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How can I find tips or help for applying to internships?

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• The process of applying for internships can raise many questions including how to write a cover letter, how to format a CV, and how to prepare for an interview.

• There are a variety of supports and student services at Trinity to help you througth this process.

• Trinity Careers Service offers online tools and resources for students preparing for interviews and applying for opportunities.

• The Careers Service also offers CV and LinkedIn Review Clinics to students, which you can book through MyCareer.

• You can also receive support from your Disability Officer during this process.

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What are things I should look out for when applying for internships?

Is the internship paid or unpaid? Some internships are paid and others are unpaid. Oftentimes, whether the internship is paid or not will be listed in the description of the internship. If it is not listed, it is important to enquire as to whether the internship pays a living wage.

What date does the internship application close? It may be helpful to apply before the end date in case there is an issue with you application or documents, so that you can resolve the issue before the deadline.

What years are the employers seeking? Some internships are designed for specific years or even courses. Make sure to apply for internships that suit your year and course.

Is the internship accessible? It is important that internships comply with your accessibility requirements. Meet with your Disability Officer to discuss any concerns you have about accessibility and disclosure of disability in the workplace.

What is required for the application? Some internships will require a cover letter and CV to apply. Others will request a personal statement or include an interview. There are supports offered through the Careers Service for these requirements.

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The Inclusive Internship Programme

What is the Inclusive Internship Programme?

• The Inclusive Internship Programme is run by the Disability Service, with the goal of giving students registered with the Disability Service work opportunities and internship experiences around campus.

• The internship is open to students in all years and takes place during the summer break.

• Interested students can apply and receive help with their CVs and interview skills.

What opportunities are available through the programme?

• There are a variety of placements available in this programme that students can apply for.

• In past years, interns have worked for a range of services around campus including:
• Academic Registry
• Human Resources
• TCD Sport
• Trinity Global Room

Where can I find more information?

• To learn more about the programme, please visit the following link:

• If you have any questions, feel free to email: dsemploy@tcd.ie.

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Trinity Careers Service and MyCareer

• Trinity Careers Service can be a very helpful service to students seeking information, support, and guidance from Careers Consultants.

• If you are interested in learning more about the supports offered by the Careers Service, pleaes visit the following link:

Trinity Careers Service Supports

• MyCareer is a portal managed by the Trinity Careers Service.

• Once you have logged in to the portal using your Trinity username and password, you can explore a range of information, including searching for internship and job opportunities, making appointments with the careers service, and viewing upcoming events.

• To access MyCareer, click on the following link:

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Disability and Advocacy in the Workplace

For specific information on planning a career from the Disability Service, you may want to visit the following link:

Seeking jobs and entering the workplace may bring up many different questions including: How do I know if a job will be inclusive and accessible? What type of job environments suit my preferences? When/How should I discose my disability to my co-workers or employer? There are a variety of student sevices and resources at Trinity that can help you unpack these questions.

Planning Your Career

Trinity's Careers Service is another student service that can help you navigate the job search and application process.

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Placement Supports

• Some courses at Trinity include placements, where you go and work in the field relevant to your course.
• The Disability Service is committed to ensuring that students with disabilities receive the necessary supports to help them succeed while on placement.
• If you are on a course with placement, your Disability Officer will meet with you to discuss supports. Part of this process involves the development of a PLENS (Placement/Internship Learning and Educational Needs Summary) report, which can then be distributed to the relevant staff and placement coordinators.
• If needed, your Disability Officer can support you in having a meeting with your placement coordinator to discuss supports on your PLENS report, if needed.

For specific information on planning for your placement, you may want to visit the following link:

Placement and Internship Planning Supports

Please contact your disability officer or askds@tcd.ie for more information and to review and discuss placement supports. The Disability Service is here to help with your questions and concerns around placements, accessibility, and accommodations!