Finding a Job in Ireland

Finding a job in Ireland can be quite tricky,different sectors with information on pay, skills
especially if you are a foreigner looking torequired, location and more.
relocate. If you belong to an EU country, the 
process is much easier for you than if you live inAgencies
a non-EU country. EU citizens have the right toIf you live in a big city, you might want to look
move and work in Ireland without having to firstinto joining an employment agency from Ireland
obtain visas to do so. They also have the samethat has offices where you live. These agencies
rights as Irish workers such as access to housing,will often have insider-knowledge of upcoming
trade union rights, supporting dependents andvacancies and jobs that are not listed elsewhere.
more. If you are not an EU citizen, it can be a bit 
harder to get a job in Ireland, but it's notCompany Websites
impossible. Here are some ideas to help you getIf there is a particular company that you would
started in your search for work in Ireland.like to work for, be sure to visit their website for
 job listings. Most major companies and
Local Newspaperscorporations have a page just for job openings.
You might want to start your job search byMost times you can even apply right there online
looking at Irish newspapers. Luckily most majorthrough the company's website.
newspapers have an online site that is easy to 
access and has full listings of job vacancies.Networking
Remember that the number of listings may varyNetworking is a great way to get
from day to day, so it's a good idea to checkinsider-knowledge on job availability in Ireland. If
back when listings are updated.you have friends or family who work in Ireland,
 be sure to call them up and ask for their advice.
Foreign PapersYou might even consider a trip to Ireland to
If you are looking for a highly skilled, executive"check out" the job scene and meet as many
position, you may find listings in foreign papers.professionals as possible. By making these
However, keep in mind that these jobs are onlyconnections you increase your chances of hearing
listed in foreign papers because they cannot beabout job openings and getting referrals.
filled locally because they require exceptional skills 
and qualifications that have yet to be found.Trade Journals
 If you work in a specific trade, be sure to check
Internetout the journals published in your sector. A lot of
In addition to online Irish newspapers, there aretimes trade organizations will have their own
plenty of websites that offer job listings in Ireland.magazines, journals and newsletters which
These sites will have listings of job vacancies inadvertise jobs in Ireland.