What is Internship Experience Ireland?
Internship Experience Ireland is one of Ireland’s most trusted Erasmus+ partner organisations, delivering internships, KA1 mobility projects, Business English courses, and cultural immersion programmes. Every placement is designed to meet European standards of compliance, sustainability, and safety.
Who can participate?
Students from secondary schools, vocational colleges, and universities across Europe, plus teachers through KA1 staff training programmes.
What programmes are available?
We offer Erasmus+ internships, Business English academies, agri work placements, voluntary work placements, summer language schools, and teacher training programmes.
Where are placements located?
Placements are hosted across the South East of Ireland — including Waterford, Kilkenny, Wexford, Dublin, and other cultural hubs.
How are students prepared before arrival?
All participants complete a free e‑learning package covering English levels (B1–C1) and industry modules such as catering and agriculture. Certification ensures readiness for placements.
How is student data protected?
We operate a secure CRM system, anonymise sensitive details, and have been paperless for over 14 years. No CVs are circulated as attachments, and all data handling complies with GDPR and Irish law.
What certifications does Internship Experience Ireland hold?
We are ISO 9001 Quality Certified, ISO 14001 Environmental Certified, and ISO 45001 Health & Safety Certified, proving excellence and compliance.
Is the programme environmentally sustainable?
Yes. We run green bus pooling, carpooling, carbon offset reimbursements, and paperless operations, audited independently for sustainability.
How are placements managed?
Teachers select placements, while we match students with vetted host families and companies. Over 500 host families are available, ensuring safe accommodation and cultural immersion.
What support is provided during the programme?
Students and teachers receive airport transfers, accommodation arrangements, supervision, and 24/7 supportthroughout their stay.
How does Internship Experience Ireland ensure GDPR compliance?
Consent is always obtained, sensitive data is anonymised, and retention policies ensure secure deletion. Annual audits confirm compliance with European hard law.
What makes Internship Experience Ireland different?
With over 16 years of experience, we combine academic excellence, cultural immersion, sustainability, and GDPR compliance — making us a reliable Erasmus+ partner.
Can schools claim Erasmus+ funding for these programmes?
Yes. All programmes are structured to fit within Erasmus+ KA1 mobility projects, allowing schools to claim funding.
What is the role of host families?
Host families provide safe accommodation, meals, cultural immersion, and daily support. Each family is vetted to meet safety and compliance standards.
How does Internship Experience Ireland handle sustainability in travel?
We offer carbon offset reimbursements, bus pooling, carpooling, and local conservation partnerships, ensuring every Erasmus+ project contributes to a greener future.
What happens during final evaluations?
Host companies sign and stamp student documentation, confirming completion. Staff accompany teachers to placements, ensuring smooth evaluations.
Why should schools choose Internship Experience Ireland as their Erasmus partner?
Because we deliver a complete package: ISO‑certified standards, GDPR compliance, sustainability, cultural immersion, and academic excellence — trusted by schools across Europe.
