National Programme
Become a Development Executive today
This two year, Ireland-based Graduate Programme offers graduates an
opportunity to support Enterprise Ireland’s work with Irish enterprises as part of a
professional and dynamic team, contributing to our companies’ successes and therefore supporting sustainable economic growth.
As Development Executives undertaking a range of roles throughout the organisation, graduates play a key role in helping Enterprise Ireland to deliver on our vision for Irish enterprise to become a powerhouse of economic growth and job creation.
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What skills will I develop?
There is a range of roles available on the National Programme. During the programme you will receive training, mentoring, experience and you will have the opportunity to develop key skills in a range of areas such as:
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Business Analysis: Ability to develop, articulate and to professionally evaluate business plans to prepare cases for investment support.
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Business Models: Understanding and experience of business models and the phases of company development. Gain experience and understanding of the Enterprise Ireland supports, funding and other requirements of client companies.
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Client Engagement: Ability to establish positive and proactive client relationships.
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Market Research: Performing market research and develop the ability to analyse trends in sectors
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Project & Event Management: Develop Project Management skills while delivering client projects.
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Interpersonal Skills: Enhance communication network and relationship-building skills.
"The Enterprise Ireland graduate programme has been the perfect
development opportunity for me as I begin my career. I have worked as part of a diverse team on a number of exciting projects, while also being afforded the freedom to work off my own initiative and lead activities myself. I feel I am a valued member of the Enterprise Ireland team which has helped me believe in my own capabilities, and allowed my confidence to grow.”
Amy Robinson, 2017 Development Executive, Competitiveness Department
"The graduate programme has kickstarted my career and given me the opportunity to gain great exposure to the Irish business landscape. I have learned a lot in a relatively short amount of time from my colleagues, from being out on the road with clients or at networking events and from working on a variety of challenging projects”
Anna Gordon, 2017 Development Executive, ICT Department
"The graduate programme offers a brilliant platform to launch your professional career and has provided me with the skills needed to progress my career either in Enterprise Ireland or with the clients that we support. My experience in Enterprise Ireland has enabled me to gain a greater depth of knowledge in my field, expand my network and given me exposure to a range of projects that have helped me to develop my own core competencies.
Alan Thomas, 2017 Development Executive, Organisation Learning & Development
CONTACT US
Over the phone or online
Graduate Programme Recruitment Team
Human Resources Department
Enterprise Ireland,
The Plaza,
East Point Business Park,
Dublin 3.