Exploring STEM careers
Recruitment firm indeed.com held a survey to find out what industry has the most jobs available – the top nine positions were held by firms in the STEM industry. The huge number of available jobs in Ireland means that there are opportunities like never before for anyone interested in working in STEM. Changing technology needs mean these opportunities will continue to grow.
If you’re interested in exploring your options, the good news is that STEM degrees, courses and careers are now more accessible than ever. There are plenty of options out there from college courses, post leaving cert (PLC) courses and apprenticeships, all taking place across the country.
You can find out more about apprenticeships and courses on our Explore and Discover page.
Science
Exploring Science Careers
Getting involved in a career in science means that you will get the chance to constantly explore new opportunities that make a difference. The beauty of science is that there is something there for everyone – all you have to do is give it a go! On this website, you can explore a lot of examples of people that are working in roles they love and that make a difference to the world around them. You can find out how they got into that role and what interests and skills they had helped them along the way. Visit our profile page now to start discovering!
Science
Working in Science
From the electricity that lights and heats our homes, to our smartphones that keep us connected with people all around the world – science empowers us to shape every aspect of the world! The opportunities in science-related industries in Ireland are endless; from food science, environmental science, zoology, sports science, computer science, forensic science, pharmacy, renewable energy – the list goes on and on! STEM industries are constantly changing. There are roles out there now that did not exist 10 years ago, and Ireland’s science related industries are thriving.
Technology
Exploring Technology Careers
The technology sector is currently booming, with there being a record number of tech careers and with graduates earning above average salaries. With the number of companies and jobs increasing, the Higher Education Authority has incentivised the state Higher Education Institutions to provide additional places on their computing courses across the country. Meaning there are even more opportunities for you to get into a course and have a career in tech. Visit our profile page now to read about some interesting jobs in technology!
Technology
Working in Technology
Think technology is all about sitting at a computer? Think again!
There are so many different careers within the technology industry, from software development, to cybersecurity, medical devices to gaming and robotics. If you are interested in technology, you will not only have the opportunity to work in technology industries but also sectors like marketing and sales, entertainment, banking, retail and more. Over the past decade, Ireland has grown into a global technology hub. Based in Ireland, we have the European headquarters of Facebook, Google, Amazon, Microsoft and LinkedIn. Irish people have also set up some of the world’s most exciting global tech companies including Statsports, Stripe, Mindcraft and War Ducks. The number of multinational organisations based in Ireland means that people have the chance to travel to places like Silicon Valley in California for conferences, training weeks and even staff parties!
Engineering
Exploring Engineering Careers
There are a number of different types of engineering courses and jobs available. On this website, you can find many different examples of people working in engineering positions around Ireland. Some of them include aeronautical, mechanical, biomedical, civil and chemical engineering. Each is different – you can read about them here.
Engineering
Working in Engineering
Do you like to figure out how things work? Or how to make things work? If so, engineering could be for you! Engineering is the application of science and maths to solve problems. Engineers use science and technology, along with creative thinking, to turn ideas into reality. Engineers are responsible for designing the roads that we drive on, ensuring that the water that we drink is clean and that the aeroplanes that we fly in stay in the air! In Ireland, engineers are working on innovative projects like solar and wind energy, driverless cars and upgrading our cities.
Maths
Exploring Maths Careers
People with backgrounds in maths are in high demand across many different kinds of industries, from cybersecurity to financial services, genetics to data analytics. The number of different careers available to someone with an interest in maths is huge. On this website, you can find examples of people that have backgrounds in maths that work in many different positions. Explore our career profiles to learn more about careers in maths.
Maths
Working in Maths
Maths is essentially the language of technology and engineering. It is a language with the same level of importance as English. People that are working with maths in their careers are responsible for a lot of things that we use every day – from the video games we play to the statistics that we see during sports games to the weather apps that we use on our smart phones. Studying maths can lead you to a career as a data scientist, game designer, investment analyst, actuary or a statistician, to name just a few.
What is STEM?
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths!
Studying subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Maths and Biology can lead to working in exciting areas like medical devices, data analytics, pharmaceuticals, cybersecurity, food research and much more.
Science Week experiments (second level)
