Bank of Ireland is the sum of many parts, working together to deliver on our collective strategy. Whether your background is in Business, IT, Arts, Engineering, or Science, we have a programme for you.

We’re committed to welcoming a diverse range of people from various academic, societal, and geographical backgrounds to help us grow. Opportunities are available to students who have achieved, or expect to achieve, an undergraduate or Master’s degree in any field.

This programme is ideal for graduates looking to build a career in a large organisation where the ambition is National Champion status.

Programme overview

Our graduate programme offers a rotational experience across different areas of the Bank. Each of the three rotations is built to help you develop the critical skills needed to accelerate your growth and career progression.

Throughout the programme, you’ll strengthen your management, interpersonal, and technical capabilities while contributing to business-critical projects in a fast-paced environment. You’ll be empowered to explore new experiences, collaborate across teams, and support transformation initiatives aligned with our Group strategy.

The opportunity

• Opportunities to work with colleagues across various levels and divisions, helping you build a strong professional network.
• Access to our Digital Academy and Mentorship Programme, offering guidance and insight into future career paths.
• Regular engagement with senior leadership, including the CEO and Executive Committee.
• A potential pathway into Bank of Ireland’s talent programmes, developed to fast-track high-potential individuals.

What you'll gain

• A tailored Graduate Development Programme combining virtual and in-person training, covering topics such as relationship management, business promotion, presentation skills, and financial well-being.
• A hybrid working model that supports flexibility and work-life balance. Most hybrid roles require a minimum of 8 in-office days per month, with specific arrangements confirmed during recruitment.

Who we’re looking for

We welcome applicants from all academic disciplines and backgrounds. What matters most is your curiosity, drive, and potential to grow with us.

Minimum Requirements:

• Undergraduate or Master’s degree (achieved or expected) in any subject area.

Core competencies:

• Customer First
• Better Together
• Be Decisive
• Take Ownership
• Manage Risk

We're on a continuous journey to build an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, lived experience, abilities and perspectives. 

We provide reasonable accommodations at every stage of our recruitment process for disabilities, neurodivergence or medical conditions. If you require an accommodation please complete this form and one of our recruitment team members will be in touch via email.

Any information provided will be treated as confidential within the recruitment team and used only for the purpose of determining and providing appropriate accommodations for the application and recruitment process.

Lauren Brennan 

MSc in Project Management, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School

The three programme rotations were beneficial as I was able to learn about multiple business areas, enhance my skillset, and build my network. This vast experience, carrying out day-to-day work activities and also completing training programmes has been an important part in developing and progressing in my career. The Graduate Programme is highly regarded within the Bank and it provides successful applicants with a great platform to kick-start their career and open doors for those seeking roles across the business.