Farming and Agricultural in Ireland

Animals are intertwined in Irish history, culture, society, and even mythology! The great mythical warrior Fionn MacCumhaill had two beloved hunting dogs that are almost as famous as Fionn himself.

Ireland

Professional Placement

Animal Management

Scholarships up to €1000 available

It’s no surprise that Ireland facilitates a lot of agriculture; over 70% of Irish land is used for agricultural purposes, and animals are a big part of this.

There’s a sheep for every two people in Ireland; grass-fed beef is one of our most famous exports and we’re the tenth largest dairy-exporting nation in the world. While horses aren’t essential to farming like they were 60 years ago, Ireland is still the third largest breeder of thoroughbreds in the world.

We love our pets too; one in five Irish households have a dog, while 14% have a cat. If you’re majoring in Agriculture, Animal Science, Equine Studies or Veterinary Medicine, this placement will suit you down to the ground.

Placements in this sector may provide you the opportunity to experience the business or practical side of animal care, and maybe raise awareness of animal welfare. Your placement might find you working in an animal shelter, a stud farm, a riding school, alongside a veterinarian, etc.

You’ll learn about new species, practices and the biodiversity of a small island with 35 mammals and 400 bird species.

I learned a lot about the horse industry in Europe, which I had no prior knowledge of before this trip. I think the things I learned about the equine industry here can help me when working and making connections when I go home and work.

AlexaAnimal Science Major, New Mexico State University

At A Glance

Animal Management in Ireland

Start Date

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Duration

8, 10 or 12 Weeks

Apply By

12 weeks prior to start date

Fees

8-weeks: €7250

10-weeks: €8595

12-weeks: €9950

What's included?

Airfare, materials for placement, visas and associated costs, mandatory health insurance, meals and spending money aren’t included.

Application fee

€95 Non refundable

Participant Fee

€500 Non refundable

Scholarship

Up to €1000

What's Included:

Professional placement*
Accommodation**
Application, résumé, cover letter and interview guidance
Excursions and social activities
Robust virtual orientation prior to starting the placement
Online learning portal
Cultural highlights and virtual events throughout the programme
24/7 in-country support
€150 stipend towards a professional development course of your choosing
Certificate of completion
Alumni network
Optional airport transfer (extra fee)
Optional academic credit through our School of Record or your home university (extra fee)

Airfare, materials for placement, visas and associated costs (where applicable), mandatory health insurance, meals and spending money aren’t included.

*Placements are for academic credit and are unpaid often to visa requirements.

**From time to time homestays may be unavailable due to housing crisis in Ireland. Additional fees could apply for alternative housing.

Where Will I Live?

We match students with a local family near their placement that’ll create a home-away-from-home for them. Living with a family immerses students in Irish life, culture, and customs. Not to mention the cooking! Have a look here to learn more about the Irish homestay experience.

From time to time, homestays may be unavailable. Alternative accommodation may be supplied and may require an additional fee.

Costs

We’re a small organisation, which helps us keep our fees competitive despite the fully customised programme we offer each student.

8-week programme fee: €7250
10-week programme fee: €8595
12-week programme fee: €9950

There’s an application fee of €95 and a participant commitment fee of €500 that are both non-refundable. Airfare, materials for placement, mandatory health insurance, lunches and spending money are not included.

Professional Development Course

Learn International is dedicated to the commitment of lifelong learning. As such, your programme will include up to a €150 stipend towards enrolment onto a professional development course of your choosing to enroll in and complete while you’re on your placement.

For students who decide not to avail of this opportunity, there will be no additional discount or cash back. Additional terms and conditions apply. Ask your Learn International Coordinator for more information.

Scholarships

We offer scholarships up to €1000 off the programme price. They are competitive, so act quickly and apply here now!

The scholarship application has two parts: a one-page essay about how the placement will contribute to your academic and career goals, and a choice of how you might record your internship experience. You can choose to either:

Write a weekly blog.
Submit a weekly video blog.

All scholarship recipients will also be required to:

Submit weekly photos we can use for social media and marketing
Write a testimonial at the end of the programme.

Eligibility

Complete Learn International application
Must be enrolled in an university and receiving academic credit for this placement.
2.8 GPA or higher
Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
Ability to work within different time zones' business hours and be punctual
Personal laptop/computer with functional webcam, speakers and microphone (webchat headset preferred)

Application Deadlines

The application deadline is based on when you’re available.

Applications must be received at least 12 weeks before your intended start date.

Arrival Dates

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with arrival dates available on most Sundays throughout the year. Please speak with a Learn International Coordinator to confirm whether your intended arrival date is possible.