Careers Fair at Ó Fiaich in Dundalk an opportunity for graduating students

Last week Ó Fiaich Institute in Dundalk welcomed over 30 universities and employers to its annual Career's Fair. With more than 800 students set to graduate in May, the event proved to be an invaluable platform for networking and exploration of diverse career paths.

Students from Ó Fiaich Institute will graduate with either a QQI Level 5 or Level 6 Certificate, providing them with the flexibility to either pursue higher education at universities or step directly into the workforce.

Representatives from renowned universities across Ireland and the UK eagerly engaged with OFI students, to offer the range of different pathways available to higher education. The event provided a unique opportunity for local employers and apprenticeships to interact with students, offering insights into the myriad of career options awaiting them upon graduation.

Among the distinguished institutions present were DCU, DKIT, Maynooth University, IADT, TUS, Ulster University, University of Limerick, UCD, TUD, Trinity College, University of Galway, and National College of Ireland.

The event was not only a success for the students but also for the diverse array of employers in attendance. Companies such as Bus Eireann, AMTCE, Renaissance Beauty, Skills to Advance, Staffline, Servisource, ESB, Dundalk Credit Union, Talbot Group, SUMI Trust, RSTC, St John of Gods, Irish Red Cross, An Garda Siochana, Moffett Automated, Employability Service and Irish Life were actively engaging with potential future employees.

Ó Fiaich Institute believes the Career's Fair shows the importance of fostering connections, ensuring that graduating students are well-equipped to embark on successful career journeys. The diverse range of universities and employers in Dundalk, highlights the region's appeal as a hub for highly skilled graduates.

As students of Ó Fiaich Institute prepare to graduate in May, the ripple effects of this successful event are expected to be felt for months to come, as students embark on new educational pursuits or join the workforce, armed with the knowledge and connections gained at the Career's Fair.