Junior Cycle

Have you ever thought about what you would like to do when you leave school? The Junior Cycle is a good time to start thinking about different career options and considering what subjects you might choose for Leaving Cert. We have lots of useful tools to help you start exploring yourself and the thousands of exciting career paths that lie ahead.

Explore different Career Sectors - for example, business, medicine, or beauty to get a picture of the types of skills and jobs involved in working in that particular area. 

Search hundreds of occupations in our Career Explorer to find out what the job involves, the type of person it would suit, what you might earn and the qualifications you would need.

You can also watch lots of career videos or read career stories with people employed in a variety of jobs across the country to get an insight into different sectors and industries. 

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Bláthnaid Rock - The fast track to success in Attractions Management
Theme Park Attractions Manager - Bláthnaid Rock - The fast track to success in Attractions Management
Jeweller & Silversmith
Jeweller & Silversmith - Jeweller & Silversmith
Rodney Cadden, Margaret Daly & David McLoughlin
Garda Reserve - Rodney Cadden, Margaret Daly & David McLoughlin
Fergal Donnelly
European Commission - Fergal Donnelly
Defence Forces Engineering Core
Defence Forces Engineering Core - Defence Forces Engineering Core

Join our complete Guidance programme designed for Irish Junior Cycle students (purchase required).

Build you own unique Career Portfolio through exploring our fun Island of Discovery as the programme takes you through a series of explorations about yourself, your motivations, and your dreams and ambitions.

What Career Type are you?

Investigative?

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.

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Claire Howlin
Claire Howlin, Forest Management Planner

Claire Howlin is a Forest Management Planner at Forestry Services Limited.

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Career Articles

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Women Step into Farming – Hannah Quinn Mulligan's sustainability journey
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Exploring Science Careers - QUALITY CONTROLLER
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6 Tips to Break into the Fashion Industry
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Emmett O'Brien - Test Engineer
Emmett O'Brien - Test Engineer
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Bridget Gavin - Marine Engineer
Bridget Gavin - Marine Engineer
Posted by Marine Institute
Examining Medical Device Design
Examining Medical Device Design
Posted by National College of Art and Design - NCAD
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