Overview
Immerse yourself in the beautiful and historic capital city of Ireland with an 8-week internship in Dublin this summer, fall, or spring. Dublin is a unique mixture of both old and new with ancient castles alongside modern architecture. Dublin is very much an international city bustling with people from all over the world and featuring multinational companies, offering terrific opportunities in entrepreneurship, marketing, non-profits, and law.
Dublin is a fantastic city for both first-time travelers and seasoned veterans, not to mention the city is within close proximity to the rest of Europe for your weekend trips during your internship. We offer some of the best internships Ireland has to offer. An internship in Dublin, Ireland is the perfect way to enjoy the undeniable magic of the country and pick up some new professional skills at the same time!
What’s Included
The AIFS Abroad inclusive program fee includes all of the great features below in addition to many pre-departure, on-site, and upon-return services to help interns make the most of their time abroad.
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Guaranteed Internship Placement
Once accepted into program we guarantee an internship in one of your approved career fields
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Global Career Readiness Program
Connecting academic goals to professional experiences
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Housing
Student Residence
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Excursions & Day Trips
Day Trips to Cliffs of Moher and Belfast
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Cultural & Social Activities
A wide range of AIFS-organized cultural activities and social events to enrich your experience.
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On-Site Location Coordinator
To help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program
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Green Initiative
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Health & Safety
24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance -
Personal/Professional Development
Access to the renowned Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment and alumni network
Additional Options & Opportunities
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Flight Package
Round-trip flights from 25 U.S. gateways
Airport transfers to and from accommodation
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Credit
AIFS Abroad offers credit bearing courses to complement your semester or summer internship, with credits issued through Fairfield University, our school of record located in the US. Some universities require credit to be earned, and we cannot change a university’s requirement. Learn more.
Plan ahead: Download this easy guide to use with your home school advisor.
Living Abroad
AIFS Abroad provides excellent accommodations, activities, resources, and staff to help interns learn about and integrate into their host community.
Housing
Apartment
- Single room
- En-suite bathroom
- Desk
- Shared living/dining area
- Full Kitchen
- 24/7 Security
- Located just outside of the city center with a close bus stop connecting you to the city
Internet access is included in all AIFS Abroad housing in Dublin.
City Facts
Transportation
Public transportation such as buses make it easy to get around the city to shops, cafes, and restaurants. There are trains, trams, and bikes, but walking is also a great way to get around the city.
Weather
Dublin’s weather is mild and stays consistent in temperature with slight fluctuations. You can count on it to be rainy one-third of the year but don’t count the sunshine out. Packing layers and rain gear is a good idea when heading to Dublin.
Time Zones
Dublin is 5 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time and 8 hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time.
Languages
While English is an official language spoken in Dublin, you will also hear Gaeilge, the second official language, spoken in shops and pubs around the city.
Site Staff
Greta Bourke
Location Coordinator, Dublin
BA English Literature and History of Art, Trinity College Dublin
Greta is originally from the West of Ireland. She has lived and worked abroad for most of her life – the US, Australia, the UK, Germany and Chile – and has visited many more. She returned to Dublin in 2016 and now lives by the beach in beautiful Killiney with her 2 children and a dog.
Greta has a portfolio career and a wide range of experiences that she hopes bring a unique perspective to her job at AIFS Abroad. She has worked as a teacher, the director of an international language school, journalist, editor, consultant and as a creative producer for contemporary dance companies.
Greta is passionate about people, different cultures and education, and strongly believes that traveling helps people find the best in themselves.
Greta joined AIFS this year and is wondering why it took her so long to find such a rewarding job!
Cultural Activities
In addition to day trips and excursions, a cultural calendar of weekly activities and social events is included in your program fee. These activities will include both typical tourist sites and attractions and lesser known visits which take advantage of the expert knowledge of our local AIFS Abroad staff and give you a more authentic and insightful view of life in Ireland. Typical activities, tours and visits include:
- Guided tour of Dublin
- Lunch and live music at a pub
- Day trip to the Cliffs of Moher
- Day trip to Giant’s Causeway
- Weekend to Belfast
- Music & Art Festivals
- Picnics
You may be asked to pay a small supplementary fee for some events.
Important Dates & Deadlines
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Dates & Deadlines
Details
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Early Application Deadline*December 15, 2024
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Application Deadline**March 1, 2025
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Scholarship DeadlineMarch 1, 2025
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Visa Deadline****
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Optional Departure Flight from US***June 6, 2025
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Program BeginsJune 7, 2025
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Program EndsAugust 2, 2025
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Optional Return Flight to US***August 1, 2025
- * We encourage applicants to apply by this date for a better chance of acceptance into their preferred career fields.
- ** Deposits are due within 10 days of acceptance.
- *** Included for students on AIFS flight package.
- **** AIFS Abroad offers visa processing services to applicants who enroll into the program by this date. All other applicants who enroll after this date will be responsible for securing their own visa with guidance from AIFS Abroad.
Optional Flight Package
Participants can select an optional transportation package for all AIFS Abroad programs that includes a round-trip flight from 25 U.S gateways and airport transfers to and from campus. Participants who choose to book their own flights will be responsible for connecting with the group at the program location and will need to make their own ground transportation arrangements from the airport.
Below are fees by departure city based on average historical costs and subject to change. If you select this option on your application, the total flight package price will be confirmed approximately one month prior to departure. Your program fee is guaranteed, and the optional flight package is an additional fee. Please note that once we have finalized the pricing for your flights the cost may change, and you will be responsible for making the additional payment if you want to participate in the flight package. Your program advisor will be in touch should there be any changes in the price of your flights.
Depature City
Fee
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Atlanta$2,100
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Boston$2,100
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Buffalo$2,040
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Charlotte$2,160
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Chicago$2,120
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Cincinnati$2,180
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Columbus$2,140
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Dallas$2,220
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Denver$2,560
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Des Moines$2,300
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Detroit$2,140
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Houston$2,460
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Los Angeles$2,260
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Miami$2,160
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Minneapolis$2,180
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New York$2,020
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Newark$2,020
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Orlando$2,160
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Philadelphia$2,080
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Phoenix$2,260
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Pittsburgh$1,980
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Raleigh/Durham$2,140
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San Francisco$2,400
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Seattle$2,460
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St. Louis$2,060
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Washington/Dulles$2,180
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Ready to intern in Dublin?
For more dates or questions, contact your program consultant:
(203) 399-5163 or email: intern@aifsabroad.com
Social identity & access
One of the best things you can do before departure is enter into the journey knowing that your time abroad will be unique to this experience. The resources, community, and support available to you when abroad will likely be different as well. In order to help you prepare for your experience, we have compiled many resources about social identity and access in specific locations abroad. Your program staff will also provide you with more details pre-departure and during orientation.
Learn more