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Trinity College Dublin
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Ireland

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Information for Students

If you are a company interested in taking on a student intern, please visit this page for more information.

The deadline to enrol for the Internship module CS7091 / CS4E04 as part of the five year Masters is Friday, 27th June 2025.

An internship is an important part of your education as a computer professional and we want you to get the most out of it. The purpose of the internship is to further develop your understanding of how the design and theoretical aspects of computer science are applied to practical problems within a real world context.

You will discover what it’s like to work productively in the computer sector today, applying  your  knowledge of computer science to the challenges you meet in the workplace. Many of  the subjects you’ve studied in college have a direct impact on what you are doing. Others go towards giving you a solid background in the general area of computing. You’ll be extending and deepening your knowledge of computer science while you are working. 

The internship period is the second semester of your senior sophister year - from January to June inclusive, with placements lasting a minimum of five months in this period. You need to have an internship set up in industry or in a research lab.

Timeline

Students of Integrated Masters in Computer Science or Integrated Masters in Computer Engineering

  • Students who have achieved an average of at least 60 per cent at the first attempt of their third year examinations are eligible to participate in the Master’s internship in 4th year and progress to the 5th year.
  • If you opt for the Masters you will be enrolled in the Internship module, CS7091 or CS4E04, as part of the five year Master's programme, this takes place in the second half of fourth year, Jan - June inclusive.
  • The Internship Programme is a compulsory module for Computer Science Masters students. It is also an optional module for Computer Engineering students.

  • Note on progression to 5th Year: Computer Science Students who enrol on the internships programme are expected to progress to the 5th year Masters degree. Students who do not progress to year 5 will have the following options:

    1. Accept an ordinary BA degree, or
    2. Be required to successfully complete a FYP off-books in the subsequent academic year (completed during year 5) prior to final awarding of 4 year degree- BA (Mod) Computer Science.

    Regulations are specified in the Calendar and students should refer to the 2025-2026 Calendar for the final ruling on this.  

Schools will contact students at the end of Year 3 to inform them of the different options available.

You will need to complete the online form to indicate your intention to enrol on the internship programme.

Internship Application Form

Yes. The internship programme meets all of the criteria, as set out by INIS, allowing Non-EU students to undertake an internship as part of their course and is in line with the following rules:

  • The internship or work placement component of the course cannot exceed 50% of the duration of the course e.g. a 4 year course would permit 2 years of work placement. In addition the employment cannot be in a self employed capacity.
  • Work placements as part of an academic programme must form an integral part of the course and their completion contribute to the final award.
  • Educational establishments must also ensure that the placements are appropriate to the nature and level of the academic programme being pursued.

  • Between September and November we hold internship sessions on Monday lunchtimes to support you in finding an internship. Sessions include, tips for CV and cover letter writing, interview techniques, talks from companies as well as information about how you will be assessed.
  • All approved company roles will be listed on the Current Opportunities internship webpage. Students apply directly to the company through the contact provided and follow the company's recruitment processes.
  • All students and companies who are signed up to the programme will be invited to meet at the Speed Connect event held in October.

  • Trinity Careers Service and the Trinity Disability Service engage with hundreds of students with disabilities in the transition from university to the workplace.  They can provide advice in areas such as disclosure of a disability, reasonable accommodation in the workplace, assistive technology, equality legislation, and managing your work role. You can find out more about these on the Trinity Disability Service website here and the Trinity Careers Service website here.

  • If you have a disability you should speak with the Internship Cordinator who will work with you to put a plan in place to support you through the recruitment and placement process.

Trinity students have the opportunity to complete paid industry internships over the summer months. This provides invaluable work experience and industry connections.

Summer Internships are advertised though the Trinity Careers Service each year.

Information for companies:

If you would like to advertise a summer internship, please register with the Careers Service and share details of the role at this link. For any queries contact employer.careers@tcd.ie

Information for students:

If you are interested in completing a summer internship, you should register your interest at your MyCareer portal. You will get updates on roles as they are posted and can register to attend the Summer Internship Fair through that portal.

The internship program was a great opportunity for me to apply the technical skills I have learned during the course of my degree to real world scenarios and bring value to my host company. The skills and knowledge I gained during my studies allowed me to contribute to meaningful projects, from developing a full-stack MERN application to organising company events. Additionally, I got a chance to develop many soft skills like presenting, communication and networking. By the end of my internship I felt confident in both my technical abilities and my ability to collaborate effectively within a professional setting. The internship program was an invaluable experience that allowed me to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical application.

Maham Fatima

SCSS Internship Student 2024 - Guidewire

I would recommend the internship program, it helped me to experience the work setting in a way I hadn’t before and gave me insights on what I would or wouldn’t want to pursue after college.

Holly Daly

SCSS Internship Student 2024- PRM Assist

I really enjoyed my internship. Although, it was fully remote, we had meetings regularly and everyone was always willing to help. I got to learn a new programming language from scratch, and I was provided with enough resources and time for that. I also got to work on different teams which helped me to broaden my knowledge and understanding of the company’s product.

Oluwatumininu Ogunbadejo

SCSS Internship Student 2023- Edgescan

The MCS internship programme allowed me to further my software engineering skills in the real world. Working with engineers in the industry allowed me to learn the best practices and methodologies used in the industry, something that regular classes didn’t teach me.

Prathamesh Sai Sankar

SCSS Internship Student 2023- Microsoft

My internship at Mastercard gave me many opportunities that in would simply never get in other companies. It allowed me to improve my coding and presenting skills. It was also an amazing environment with great coworkers and fellow interns.

Jan Szkaradek

SCSS Internship Student 2023- Mastercard

When I was planning for the internship in 4th year I had just started to learn about Data Science & Analytics. I had also never undertaken an internship before and had no idea what to expect. I am very glad that I had the opportunity to work at Mastercard for 6 Months as part of the Computer Science Program. I was able to discover hands on if Data Science & Analytics was the career for me and I came back to finish the Masters year with a real understanding of the connection between what I learned in university and how to apply that knowledge in a professional setting.

Following graduation, I returned to a full-time role with the same team from my internship as a Customer Experience & Engagement Analyst at Mastercard. The opportunity to explore learnings outside of a university classroom, gain insight from experienced professionals and grow your professional network all while earning credits towards achieving your master’s degree was a win-win-win for me and I would highly recommend it to anyone considering it.

Adam Teehan

SCSS Internship Student 2020- Mastercard

Doing the internship in 4th year was a decision that I am very thankful for. I spent 6 months working as a software developer at Shutterstock here in Dublin. I was developing new pages for Shutterstock's web application for the duration of my internship, working entirely on production code from the first week.

The internship was very insightful and has given me a wealth of knowledge that I have been applying during my master's year. It was a pleasant break from college and a great way to spend your time before continuing your studies for the masters program. Being able to earn credits towards the masters program, gain valuable experience and connections for your future career as well as being compensated for your work was a no-brainer for me. I couldn't pass up that opportunity and neither should you!

Caolan Barry

SCSS Internship Student 2019- Shutterstock