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Calculate your Leaving Cert Points on our new 2017 points calculator
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Training Dates 2016/17
Meath - Eureka Secondary School, Kells, Monday 30th May
Dublin - CareersPortal, Blackrock Office, Tuesday 6th & 27th September
Higher Options, RDS - 14th, 15th, 16th September
Kildare - TY Expo 2016 Punchestown Racecourse, Mon 12th & Tues 13th September
Kilkenny - Careers Fair, Ormonde Hotel, 6th October 2016
Offaly - St. Mary's Secondary School Edenderry Tuesday 13th September
Limerick - Careers Fair UL 20th & 21st October
Galway - Career Options West, 25th October
Kerry - Careers fair IT Tralee, 8th November
If you and/or your colleagues are interested in availing of CareersPortal or REACH+ training contact Bernadette Walsh on
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Welcome to the May 2016 edition of the CareersPortal.ie Newsletter.
This month we bring you details of the National Career Skills Competition Winners 2016 and more news on apprenticeships, including the growing availability of both traditional craft and new professional apprenticeship opportunities, together with direct links to where to find them.
There is also news of current Defence Forces and Garda recruitment campaigns, opportunities for Irish Speakers in the Institutions of the European Union and much more ... |
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The main prize winners this year included students Sinead Collier (1st Place TY), Our Lady's College, Greenhills, Drogheda, Co. Louth and Brianne Murphy (3rd Place LCE), St. John Bosco Community College, Kildysart, Co. Clare, pictured below with Ireland's new Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton TD.
Minister Bruton honoured us by participating in his first official photographs as newly appointed Minister for Education and Skills, at the National Career Skills Competition Awards Ceremony, which took place on Tuesday 10th May at The Clock Tower at the Department of Education and Skills in Dublin City Centre.
1st Place in LCE/LCA/LCVP category went to Jessica Hanan, Sacred Heart Secondary School, Drogheda, Co. Louth, with 1st Place Gaeilge going to Sarah Hannan from Gael Cholaiste Luimnigh. 1st Place in the new Adult Learner FET category went to Dean Kavanagh from Tallaght Adult Education Centre.
Check out the winners across all categories and the
2016 photo gallery here.
The national competition is sponsored by McDonald’s Ireland and run by
www.careersportal.ie.
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A new website has been developed by the Construction Industry Federation (CIF) to provide more information to young people who are interested in working in the construction sector. The website will also advertise current apprenticeship vacancies from its members.
CIF Videos as well as links to live apprenticeship vacancies are now available across the apprentice area of CareersPortal.ie where you see
this image.
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Accounting Technicians Ireland (ATI) have launched a new
Apprenticeship Microsite outlining details for applicants and employers on the new innovative Accounting Technician Apprenticeship now being offered.
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ATI Apprenticeship Programme gathers pace with growing Employer List
Nearly 40 organisations ranging from large consultancy firms to smaller accountancy practices and SMEs have committed to taking on apprentices as part of the first intake in the Republic of Ireland, on this ‘earn as you learn’ accountancy programme.
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T he recruitment process for Garda Trainee is ongoing, with Interviews currently being conducted.
The Minister for Justice and Equality has approved a further three intakes of 150 Garda Trainees into Templemore during 2016.
Keep up to date
here.
 Video: Garda Niamh Briggs talks about her career path |
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The Irish Defence Forces will see 1,450 personnel enlisted by next year - 600 general service personnel in 2016 and a further 850 in 2017.
The campaign will specifically target increased female recruitment and also continue with outreach initiatives, which seeks to engage with minority communities and new citizens.
The current General Services Recruitment Campaign for the Army and the Navy closes for applications on Sunday 22nd May 2016.
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Confey College, Kildare were announced as the overall winning team at the 2016 CanSat National Final and will now go on to represent Ireland at the European final which takes place in Portugal from the 22 to 26 June 2016. A CanSat is a simulation of a real satellite in the size and shape of a soft drink can and is a European Space Agency initiative designed to inspire young people to pursue a career in the STEM fields.
Visit ESERO for more on careers in the Space Sector in Ireland.
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SAP are currently recruiting graduates to fill 20 job vacancies for
Support Engineer Roles at their Dublin base.
Applicants must have an Honours Degree in IT/ Computer Science/ Physics/Mathematics/Engineering or related discipline.
Candidates can apply online now here.
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TY Work Experience
SAP appreciate the future generation and what they have to offer us which is why we offer Transition year students the opportunity to undertake work experience at SAP
If you are interested in participating in our work experience programme email
alan.fahey@sap.com.
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Just finished your college exams and considering your next move? Register for the Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) summer course now!
No training contract required - Suitable irrespective of your degree discipline.
"Your Take on Tax" competition winners here.
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We are currently in the later stages of our annual Graduate Recruitment campaign. We look forward to having 50 new graduates across Europe over the coming months. We look forward to them filling roles across our 40 Limerick and Cork sites.
Over the last 6 months we have also had approximately 40 students complete work experience onsite for a week as part of their Transition Year Programme.. |
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Following on the success of our recent open evening in Dublin, we’d like to welcome you to our Belfast HQ Open Evening on Thursday 26 May 2016, 6.00-7.00pm, in The Linenhall, 32-38 Linenhall Street, Belfast. Whether you are considering Chartered Accountancy this year, or just want to find out more about our new flexible study options, you are welcome to come along.
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There is currently an open competition in the EU for Linguistic Assistants with Irish language skills. Applications are being accepted until May 31st.
An Information Evening will be held on opportunities for Irish speakers in the EU Institutions at Government Buildings, Upper Merrion Street, Dublin 19 May 2016 from 18.30 – 20.00.
To reserve your place at this event, please reply to eujobs@taoiseach.ie as soon as possible.
Aistritheoirí Gaeilge i bParlaimint na hEorpa
Tá Ardstiúrthóireacht an Aistriúcháin i bParlaimint na hEorpa ag féachaint le Seirbhís Aistriúcháin na Gaeilge. Iarrtar ort CV iomlán i mBéarla chomh maith le litir ghearr inspreagtha i nGaeilge a sheoladh chuig Acmhainní Daonna AS TRAD.
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Next year, Engineers Week will take place nationwide from Saturday 4th March to Friday 10th March, with a schedule of interactive events designed to showcase the exciting world of engineering, present the possibilities a career in engineering can offer and highlight engineering that is all around us.
Most events are free. Students, teachers, guidance counsellors, parents and engineering organisations can find out more about how to get involved and plan an event at www.engineersweek.ie.
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Order Now for September 2016!
REACH + is Fully iPad & Mobile Compatible
The REACH+ Career and College Preparation Programme is Irelands' most comprehensive, in depth, multi-format careers programme available. Much more than any textbook, it is a complete, integrated, classroom learning environment that supports Students and Guidance Counsellors. Get the Work Experience Diary & Workbook too!
New REACH+ Developments for 2016 /17
Customise your online programme for student groups
Our advisory group asked for the option for Guidance Counsellors to be able to tailor the students Career File to include only those Apps appropriate to their programme. So TY students, for example, can access a different set of Apps to LC students, or even LCVP students. This facility will be optional for those wishing to use it.
New student online Appointments Diary and Calendar
Users will now be able to manage their appointments diary and calendar online.
End-of-year student reports
Students and GCs will now be able to print a summary of the key portfolio items undertaken.
Read what current programme users have to say
here.
Contact the CareersPortal Team on 01-440 2314 for further information or to place your order.
Click here for 2016/17 Order Form
We are now booking for REACH+ Training sessions. Contact us on 01-440 2314 to book your place or to talk about hosting a training session in your school.
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MyFuture+ is a newly developed career learning tool designed to support Adults with their career decisions. The on-line suite of resources aims to assist individuals to explore themselves in relation to career, education and employment opportunities.
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