Dublin • Ireland • Europe

IES Abroad Dublin Summer Internship Program

Internship

Delivery Method:

In-Person

•Duration:

Single Term

If you go to college/university in the United States and are interested in this program, check it out on the IES Abroad website—designed for students like you looking to study or intern abroad outside of the United States.

Your Internship

Our program guarantees an internship placement to help you develop professional skills that will jump-start your career and make you more attractive to employers in today’s competitive job market. IES Internships are unpaid, academic internships. Interns have been placed in a wide variety of fields such as finance, journalism, theatre, and more. With IES Internships’ dedicated staff and international connections, you can be sure that you’ll have an internship that meets your goals. You’ll learn, and learn to stand out. We encourage students of all majors to apply.

Gain Important Skills

Fine-tune your résumé, cover letter, and your network.

Experience the Workplace

Intern at a local business or organization up to 32 hours per week.

Broaden Your Cultural Understanding

Enroll in a required 3- or 6-credit academic internship seminar.

Explore the Neighborhoods

Walk the same streets as authors James Joyce and William Butler Yeats.

Internship Program Advisor

Student Counselor SAFFY

Your Student Counselor is your study abroad ambassador and supporter. They join your application journey when you’ve confirmed you’re interested in studying abroad. At this point, they guide you through each stage of the application, notify you of the documents you need, let you know when your admission results are in, and walk you through the next steps, including class enrollment and organizing pre-arrival tests.

Schedule a Consultation

At a Glance

Primary Spoken Language

English

Language Prerequisite Level:

Advanced

GPA Requirements:

2.50

Academic Level:

Undergraduate

Credits:

3 or 6 per Summer

Housing:

Residence Hall

Visa Required:

Maybe

Primary Spoken Language

English

Language Prerequisite Level:

Advanced

GPA Requirements:

2.50

Academic Level:

Undergraduate

Housing:

Residence Hall

Visa Required:

Maybe

Credits:

3 or 6 per Summer

IES Abroad Dublin Staff

Megan Markey

IES Abroad Dublin Center Director

Zuzanna Bartkowska

Student Engagement Coordinator

Julie Jennings

Customized Program Coordinator

Mark Kelleher

Academics Program Coordinator

Margaret Maj

Student Affairs Manager

Stephen McMahon

Academic Program Manager

Cristin O'Gorman

Internships & Engagement Manager

Mairéad White

Operations Manager

Program Academics

Placement Examples

a student looks across the river Thames at British Parliament in London

Public Policy

Work with Parliamentary leaders to improve the lives of Irish citizens in their district.

Two students sit outside at a table on their college campus working from a laptop.

Marketing

Produce innovative design solutions for forward-thinking clients of a boutique creative industry.

a student smiling while using their laptop

Technology

Focus on web design, property software, data software, CRM, and mobile app development .

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Charities & Nonprofits

Specialize in homebuilding and home ownership for the underprivileged.

Public Health

Provide multidisciplinary and comprehensive mental health services.

students checking their phone in front of the European Council

Law

Work for a leading Irish law firm.

Courses

While working in Dublin, you’ll also enroll in a required 3-credit internship seminar with other IES interns, where you’ll gain context for your internship placement by examining cultural issues in and outside the workplace.

Topics covered include understanding workplace culture, improving communication, strengthening work attitude and aptitude, and navigating issues, challenges, and opportunities so you can succeed on the job in Dublin and when you return home.

NOTE: This is a list of planned course offerings. After you are accepted, you will see a list of final course offerings in your account. Additionally, SAF and IES Abroad reserve the right to cancel a course due to insufficient enrollment or circumstances beyond our control.

Helpful links

How studying abroad expands cultural awareness

Things I wish I'd known before my study abroad

IES Abroad Courses

Internship Seminar (2)

Course name	Term	Language	Credits
IN 395 - Leading Across Cultures: Internship Seminar	Summer	English	3
IN 395 - Leading Across Cultures: Internship Seminar	Summer	English	6

Application Requirements

When applying to study abroad, you must meet the entry requirements of the program—and SAF is here to set you up for success.

The requirements outlined in this section include the language proficiency scores you may need to demonstrate your language skills, a guide to the GPA range and other academic prerequisites required by the program, and a list of documentation and other application materials you will need to finalize your application. You will need to supply additional information throughout the process, and our helpful team will alert you via email or your MyIESAbroad Student Portal whenever this is necessary.

Language Proficiency
Academics & GPA
Application Documents & Materials

Language Test Score Requirements

To prove your language proficiency, you can use any of the following:

IELTS: 6.5
TOEFL iBT: 79
TOEFL pBT: 548
Duolingo (DET): 105
iTEP: 4.0

Learn More About Language Requirements

Application Materials

SAF will require the following documents from you. You will upload some of these forms to your MyIESAbroad Student Portal during the application process, while others will be required only after an admissions decision has been made. SAF will supply the appropriate forms where relevant.

Academic Credit Acknowledgement
Cover Letter
Disability Accommodations Request
English Test Scores
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Consent
Headshot Photo
Home University Transcript (English)
Housing Preferences
Medical History & Physician's Exam
Passport Copy
Placement Interest Form
Program Dates Acknowledgement
Program Fee Confirmation
Professional Letter of Reference
Proof of Deposit Payment
Resume/CV
Student Handbook Acknowledgement
Student Waiver

After an admissions decision has been made, our team will advise you on what other documents will be required prior to your arrival in Ireland.

Learn More About Admissions

Internship Dates

When studying abroad, you will want to consider the time of year and how long you are away. Most programs follow the host university's academic calendar.

The dates shown below are general estimates, and as you get closer to the start of the term, you will get more detailed information from SAF. If you have any questions, your Student Counsellor and Program Specialist are always here to support you and point you to the correct information.

Housing

About Dublin

Dublin is an international hub and a welcoming city filled with classical Georgian squares just moments from Dublin Bay’s fine harbors, cliff walks, and vast skies. The IES Abroad Center in the city’s south side puts you steps from St. Stephen’s Green, where students lounge in the sun and stroll around the ponds. Dip into James Joyce’s literary legacy, sip Irish whiskey in the Temple Bar district, and relax with new friends in one of the city’s many cafés.

Learn more about Dublin

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Field Trips

Even though your adventure starts in Dublin, our field trips take you beyond the city to discover the culture and traditions of your host country. All trips are included in the program fee unless otherwise noted with ($).

NOTE: IES Abroad field trip destinations, activities, and lengths of stay may vary according to term and availability.

3 Days ($) Summer

Northern Ireland

Explore Belfast—the capital of Northern Ireland—and the Giant's Causeway—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—on this three-day adventure.

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Orientation

Before You Leave

Your study abroad experience starts well before you travel. We talk through your program choices, guide you through application, and support your preparations for leaving

On Arrival

We’re by your side from the moment you arrive, for campus orientation, getting you to your accommodation, and helping settle

Home Sweet Home

We transfer you from the airport to your university campus or nearby accommodation and help you settle in

Settling In

Talk to SAF Staff on the ground whenever you need support. Living in another country can be disorientating – we have the answers you need

Find Your Way Around

Where to shop, what to eat, how to see a doctor or a dentist, which bus or train to catch – ask us. We’re your friendly locals

Keeping You Safe

We enroll you in the SAF emergency alert system, so you hear safety concerns relevant to you

In the Classroom

The IES Abroad Center has classroom, computer labs, and academic facilities to support your coursework and academic development

Get Social

We arrange social and cultural events, so you meet other international SAF Scholars and local students

Advising and Support

The process of studying abroad could quickly feel overwhelming, but we have been doing this for decades and do everything we can to support you through it.

Many SAF staff are alumni and have walked this path. They have real-life experience to draw on as they advise and support you through every step of our comprehensive services. They’re in your corner, taking care of all the details and explaining what you need to do next.

Take the first step in your study abroad journey by scheduling a consultation with your closest Student Counselor. You can discuss your for-credit academic courses and language programs and explore internships, research programs, and study tours. When you know what you want to do, we guide you through the pre-program steps, help you arrange your visa and transport, and finalize your accommodation or digital experience.

Commonly Asked Questions about IES Abroad Programs

What is IES Abroad?

IES Abroad is an educational organization that arranges study abroad programs for students from the United States and other countries. Founded in 1950 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, IES Abroad curates international experiences for undergraduates and graduates at 200 distinguished universities and colleges around the world, each one famous for its academic excellence, cultural immersion, and experiential learning.

IES Abroad arrange programs in arts, business, social sciences, natural sciences, and humanities range in length from one week to a full academic year. Students on these programs immerse themselves in a cultural adventure by staying in homestays, apartments, and dormitories.

While living and studying abroad, students rely on the extensive support services provided by IES Abroad: pre-departure advising, on-site orientation, 24/7 emergency assistance, and health and safety resources. And to help students integrate in their new surroundings, IES Abroad arranges cultural activities and excursions.

What is an IES Abroad Center?

IES Abroad Centers are in city centers around the world, positioned to best support international students with classrooms, computer labs, and other facilities. They are an important element of the organization’s commitment to providing high-quality study abroad programs that support academic excellence, cultural immersion, and personal growth for students.

Experienced and knowledgeable staff provide students with a welcoming and supportive environment for learning and cultural immersion and they’re available to give advice and assistance with housing, local transport, health and safety, as well as deliver extracurricular activities and events to help students integrate into the community. Many IES Abroad programs include experiential learning opportunities and field trips that are based out of the local center.

What is the connection between IES and SAF?

What university will I study at while I’m enrolled with SAF and IES Abroad?

As SAF and IES Abroad partner with world-renowned universities around the globe, offering hundreds of programs to international students, the university you study at depends purely on the program you apply for.

It’s important to research and compare study abroad programs to find the best fit for your academic and personal goals. You can consult with program advisors from SAF and IES Abroad to learn more about specific universities and academic programs available.

If you enroll in an IES Abroad program, your learning will take place in the IES Abroad Center classrooms and during carefully curated excursions and field trips. Professors and teachers will be international experts in their field. Some programs include events and lectures at a local university.

Will I be enrolled in classes while studying with SAF and IES Abroad?

Yes. Whatever program you enroll in, whether for-credit academic courses or non-credit language courses, SAF and IES Abroad guides you through the enrollment process. Some programs enroll you automatically in your chosen classes after accepting your application. Others require you to enroll in classes alongside local students when you arrive at your host university or college. There is always someone to support you.

Will I be studying with students from other parts of the world?

Definitely. Both SAF and IES Abroad offer study abroad programs to students from around the world and universities and colleges around the world. Each one attracts students from many countries and cultural backgrounds. And IES Abroad programs are designed to promote cultural exchange and immersion.

Studying with students from other parts of the world can be a valuable part of the study abroad experience. It enables you to learn about different cultures and perspectives, practice language skills, and build international connections and friendships.

Many SAF and IES Abroad programs offer social and cultural activities and excursions that bring together students from different programs and backgrounds to build a sense of community and support while abroad.