Trinity College’s ‘Ireland’s Project Economy’ annual survey is now in its fourth year. The research is the only one of its kind carried out in Ireland. Its purpose is to investigate the careers, opportunities, well-being, and challenges that face the freelance, independent professional, contractor, and self-employed sector in Ireland.

The 2024 survey is now open, and we are very interested in hearing your views and about your experience over the last year.  The survey is short, and it should take no more than 9 minutes to complete. Your contribution is invaluable, and we appreciate your time. 

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Or copy and paste the URL below into your internet browser: https://tcdbusiness.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_067kOfpcNAryK10

All participants will

  • Be entered into a draw for an opportunity to win €1,000 with 10 runner-up prizes of €100 Me2You vouchers.
  • Gain early access to the findings of Ireland’s Project Economy 2024.
  • Be invited to Ireland's Project Economy 2024 launch event.

The study is independently carried out and led by Professors Andrew Burke and Na Fu at the Business School, Trinity College Dublin. It is sponsored by Contracting PLUS.

Over the last three years, we’ve amplified the voices of independent contractors/professionals and freelancers as well as others engaged with the project economy.  Your insights will help inform government of the valuable work you do and the contribution you make to the Irish economy. The findings will be used to shape policies and support systems for the sector in Ireland.

The survey is confidential, and your answers will not be shared with third parties. The research complies with the GDPR and ethics policies of Trinity College Dublin. The results are reported in aggregate data form, no individual’s data will ever be published.

Thank you very much for your time and sharing your experience with us.

Yours sincerely,

Professor Andrew Burke, Chair of Business Studies and founding co-author of the UK’s Freelance Confidence Index survey.

Professor Na Fu, Professor of Human Resource Management

Trinity Business School
Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin
Dublin 2, Ireland.
Email: Irelandsprojecteconomy@tcd.ie