Apprenticeships

ESB Apprenticeships

Each year, ESB Networks employ a number of Electrical Apprentices. The 2019 ESB Apprenticeship programme is due to launch again in late January / early February 2019 . Candidates generally need be over 16 years of age to apply and meet certain education requirements. A full list of eligibility criteria is made available on the ESB website here. Once an applications are submitted candidates usually need to undertake a series of aptitude tests as part of the selection process. 

Preparing for the ESB Assessment Tests

Each year we run preparation courses for the aptitude tests used in various apprenticeship competitions including the ESB Apprenticeship campaign. Our courses cover all of the aptitude tests used as part of the ESB recruitment process as well as the structured interview. This is a competitive and popular apprenticeship opportunity and our courses give you the tools you need to succeed in the selection process. We have a proven track record with over 30 years of assessment industry experience. Our popular classroom courses take place nationwide. We also offer a comprehensive Apprenticeship Online Course. Check out The ESB Networks Video to see what an ESB Apprenticeship is like.

Bus Éireann accepted applications for their apprenticeship programme in 2018. The closing date for applications was 24th March 2018.  A full list of eligibility criteria was made available on the Bus Éireann website. Their apprenticeship positions are open to both female and male candidates. Apprentices are trained to the highest possible technical standards and acquire, amongst many other skills the ability to maintain the various systems associated with modern public service vehicles. Click here to find out more about these apprenticeships. Prepare for the aptitude tests and interview with our preparation course. See here for more

The Atlantic Aviation Group accepted applications for Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Apprenticeships in 2018. The closing date for applications was May 8th at 4:00 p.m. Completion of this Apprenticeship leads to obtaining an Aircraft Maintenance License and the opportunity to work in an exciting growth industry. Ideally candidates need to be 17 years of age or older. A fill list of eligibility criteria and information can be found on the Atlantic Aviation Group website. See here for more

eir has also recruited over the last couple of years. eir Apprentices learn a new trade, work with a world-class team. Newly acquired skills are used in a variety of areas, from installations and testing to maintenance of eir’s extensive telecommunications infrastructure. Their apprenticeship programmes have led to QQI Level 6 Telecommunications Access Networks Technology Major Award. Find out more on their website here

Iarnród Éireann opened their last recruitment campaign in 2017. They were seeking female and male applicants for the following apprenticeships; Apprentice Fitter, Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Apprentice Electrician and Apprentice Vehicle Painter in the following locations: Dublin, Drogheda, Limerick and Portlaoise. Placements were due to commence in Autumn 2017 and applicants needed to 16 years of age on or before the 1st August, 2017. More information and application details can be found on their website here: Iarnród Éireann.