Internship Experience Ireland (IE) – Athy Programmes
Internship Experience Ireland (IE) in Athy, County Kildare, offers a wide range of English language programmes for international students who want to combine learning with real‑world experience.
Our programmes include:
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English Immersion Tours
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Voluntary Work Placements – Erasmus Partner Company
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Business English Language School
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KA1mobilities.com – Staff English Language Courses
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Business English Academy for Adults
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Agri Work Placement & English Programme
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Internships & Traineeships for International Students in Ireland
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Summer Language School
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FREE e‑Learning Package
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Online English Language Academy
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Erasmus Partners
Each programme is tailored to help students gain international English language experience while building confidence in professional and social environments. Alongside structured English learning, participants enjoy opportunities to practice conversational English in relaxed, cultural settings.
Since 2009, IE has welcomed students from Austria, Italy, Poland, France, Greece, Finland, and Norway, partnering with Erasmus+ projects as a trusted Irish provider.
Choose Athy with IE — where English learning meets heritage, regeneration, and Erasmus+ mobility.
Athy – Heritage Town of South Kildare
Athy is a heritage town located on the River Barrow. Originally a 12th‑century Anglo‑Norman settlement, Athy became a stronghold of the Fitzgerald earls of Kildare.
Visitors can explore the 16th‑century White Castle, the 18th‑century bridge, and Athy’s beautiful churches by walking through the town’s historic streets.
The town has entered a regeneration programme supported by local development organisations, aiming to grow small and medium‑sized enterprises, improve infrastructure, and maximise its potential as a tourist destination.
The Market House now serves as a museum and library, hosting regular art exhibitions. Athy also offers exquisite restaurants, cafés with fresh bakery, and traditional pubs such as Frank O’Brien’s Bar, voted one of the top ten Irish pubs by the Sunday Tribune.
With its blend of history, culture, cuisine, and hospitality, Athy has something for everyone.
Programme Features
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Modern facilities with advanced language learning technology
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Central location with easy access to transport and attractions
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Activities, sports, and excursions organised by on‑site coordinators
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A dynamic international atmosphere with students from over 10 countries
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A supportive environment with dedicated teachers and staff
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A wide range of accommodation options for international students
Work Placements
Placements are available across diverse sectors, including: Administration, Architecture, Art & Culture, Beauty, Business, Catering & Hospitality, City Farming, Events, Design & Creative, Fashion, Graphic & Web Design, IT, Marketing & Advertising, Media & Communication, Sales, Security, Social Media, Secretarial & PA, Travel & Tourism.
Our Promise
By combining English learning, professional placements, cultural immersion, and international networking, Internship Experience Ireland (IE) ensures every programme is both unforgettable and aligned with Erasmus+ mobility goals and European institutional standards.
Partner with IE — secure your Erasmus+ mobility in Athy, Ireland’s heritage town of South Kildare.
Contact Us
For more information about our Athy programmes, please contact the Internship Experience Ireland Team.
Internship Experience Ireland (IE) — Making Learning Unforgettable!