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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Ross O'Sullivan - Race Horse Trainer
Race Horse Trainer - Ross O'Sullivan - Race Horse Trainer
Mary McCaughey
Head of Communications - Mary McCaughey
Harry French - UX Designer
UX Designer - Harry French - UX Designer
Ballyhaise College
Career Opportunities in the Land Based Sector - Ballyhaise College
Ivan Toole & Paul O'Sullivan
Fisherman / Skipper - Ivan Toole & Paul O'Sullivan

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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Kerri Martin
Kerri Martin, Training Development Officer

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Career Articles

I want to be a judge despite my cerebral palsy
I want to be a judge despite my cerebral palsy
Posted by CareersPortal
Brid Sheehan - Grid Controller
Brid Sheehan - Grid Controller
Posted by CareersPortal
Career Profile: Farm Business Owner
Career Profile: Farm Business Owner
Posted by Teagasc
Event Management Graduate Testimonial
Event Management Graduate Testimonial
Posted by TU Dublin - Grangegorman
Meet Nigel - Administrative Officer in the Banking Division of the Department of Finance
Meet Nigel - Administrative Officer in the Banking Division of the Department of Finance
Posted by publicjobs
Captain Sinéad Reen - Life as a Ship's Officer
Captain Sinéad Reen - Life as a Ship's Officer
Posted by Marine Institute
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