“The graduate assisted the team with their data analysis skills and uncovered insights that would not have otherwise been discovered. This enabled the team to add new aspects to our research and make data-driven decisions.”
Work Ready Graduate Programme
The Learnovate Work Ready Graduate programme connects employers with a graduate to support focused learning-tech projects in their organisation, guided by Learnovate mentorship and supported through Enterprise Ireland co-funding.
Supercharge your innovation
Bring a motivated, skilled graduate into your team – co-funded by Enterprise Ireland.
The Learnovate Work Ready Graduate Programme aims to tackle the challenge of recruiting individuals in research, development and innovation. Graduates participate in a year-long work placement hosted by a Learnovate Member company and supported by the Learnovate team.
During the year the graduate will work in the company on a project focused on, or involving, a learning technology solution supporting the end user in either a corporate learning or a formal education environment.
Why host a graduate?
Access new talent and innovation
Host a graduate specialising in learning technologies, UX, instructional design or software development—supported and mentored by Learnovate.
Hands-on, real‑world project
The graduate works on a meaningful project tailored to your company’s objectives in corporate or formal learning systems.
Built-in mentorship and training
Includes business skills training, one-to-one mentoring from our senior researchers, a learning ecosystem, plus a laptop.
Attractive cost‑sharing
The programme is co-funded by Enterprise Ireland (50–70%, depending on your organisation’s size). Hosts cover the remaining 30–50%.
High employment success
Approximately half of participants have been hired by their host organisations as full‑time employees.
Industry-leading research network
Tap into our researchers’ expertise in Trinity College Dublin with support from Enterprise Ireland and IDA.
Programme Details
Duration |
12 months (mid 2026 – mid 2027) |
Graduate qualifications |
Master’s preferred; Level 8 acceptable in relevant fields |
Co-funding contribution |
Up to 70% subsidised; company pays remaining 30–50% |
Recruitment process |
Learnovate handles sourcing, interviews, ongoing skills training, mentorship and contracts |
Benefits to host |
Project delivery, skills infusion, potential hires |
How it works
- Check eligibility: Companies should be or become a Learnovate member and be an Enterprise Ireland or LEO client.
- Submit interest: Complete the form below to register your interest.
- We manage recruitment: We source candidates from universities, shortlist, conduct interviews, and find the best fit for your organisation.
- Onboarding: We handle contracts; we provide ongoing skills training and mentorship throughout the year; you provide supervision and project scope.
- Programme execution: Graduate completes the 12‑month placement with full support from Learnovate.
- Post‑programme opportunities: Consider hiring your graduate after successful completion of the programme.
What employers say
“Graduates selected through the Learnovate Work Ready Graduate Programme are ready for work from day one and are well-matched to a modern, fast-paced working environment.”
“We wanted to give a recent graduate a meaningful first role where they could apply their skills, gain confidence and develop professionally.”
Want to find out more?
Register your interest to start the process of bringing a motivated, skilled graduate into your team with co-funding from Enterprise Ireland and support from Learnovate.
FAQs
What support does Learnovate provide for companies hosting a graduate?
Learnovate handles recruitment, training, mentoring, contract setup, and networking.
What funding support is available in the Work Ready Graduate Programme?
Depending on the size of the organisation, Enterprise Ireland subsidises 50–70% of the programme and the host pays 30–50%.
What qualifications do graduates need to take part in the Work Ready Graduate Programme?
A relevant degree (Level 8 or higher) with a focus on learning tech, UX, instructional design, or education.
When does the Work Ready Graduate Programme programme start?
January 2026, running until January 2027.
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