4-to-21-week Internships for Students in Ireland - ' Making Learning Unforgettable! '
Language Xchange Ireland offers individuals and small groups of students an opportunity to improve their ‘Business English’ through our multi-tiered English Learning structure - Internship Program.
This program is ideal for students looking for an Internship, work experience, work placement or Erasmus mobility in Ireland.
We match our clients studies & skills with a specific work placement, in a relevant Irish company, in line with Erasmus / PON / Movetia objectives.
Internship programs are typically 4-21 weeks duration and provide student groups with an opportunity to gain international business experience, improve English language skills and enhance life skills through the experience of participating in a Voluntary Work Placement, living with an Irish family and attending social and cultural events and activities. This program is most suited to teenagers aged 17 years upwards on arrival to Ireland.
Voluntary Work Placements / Internships can be for a duration of up to 6 weeks on request. Internships are generally VEC Students with a Trade. Ask us by clicking the 'Enquire here' button, if we can source you a Internship with full board accommodation, in your sector.
Voluntary Work Placement & Internship programs consist of five core elements
Our Internship Programs are based on the same multi-tiered structure as all Language Xchange Ireland programs, consisting of five core elements:
- Free 45 hrs E-Learning Package prior to arriving in Ireland (Optional to individuals)
- Internship / Traineeship
- Irish Host Family for duration of stay in Ireland
- Access to local social events
- A Cultural Tours
Socially - you have an opportunity to meet our other clients & students from over 10x EU countries, that come to LXI monthly. All our programs have a Wednesday Social Evening that
Irish programme travel and transfers are included. (Flights & insurance are not included)
Your Voluntary Work Placement will be from Monday to Friday each week with fully organised cultural tours every second weekend 9for the first 8 weeks) along with mid week social evenings! There is a very large choice of work environments to choose from. LXI don't just sell English Learning Programs, we deliver a truly Irish experience, which helps you learn English and have fun doing so!
Immerse your self in an Irish workplace and stay with a host family. Develop your "ear" for English with our pre & post program e-Learning package. For further details contact our managing Director at:- training@confurey.ie - and book your INTERNSHIP place in Ireland. Join dozens of other students from all over Europe who will be in Ireland too! Ask about our " Open Groups " for individuals to book a place in a larger group booking.
Language Xchange Ireland INTERNSHIP work Options:
General Work Placements Work Placements that can be picked by any student, within any type of EU course or school system.(B2 – level English mandatory) | |
Arts / Crafts & Administration | Gym |
Bar work & catering | Hospitality |
Coffee shop & catering | Marketing related & Administration (B2) |
Construction & Maintenance related | Office & Administration (B2) |
Crèche & Childcare | Restaurant, Service & Catering |
Equestrian Farming | Retail |
Sports & Administration | |
General Hotel Work | Supermarkets (Food) |
General Mechanical & Bicycle | Tourism related & Administration (B2) |
Trade Work Placements Internships that are reserved for students with TWO years study completed in the specific field or for students who have SIX months or more of direct work experience in this field and in a similar work environment. | |
Aircraft Maintenance (Trade) | Logistics / Warehousing (Trade) |
Beautician (Trade) | Metal Fabricator/Engineering (Trade) ** |
Carpenter (Trade) | Nursing (Trade) |
Chef (Trade) | Plumbing & Maintenance (Trade) |
Construction (Trade) | Childcare(Trade) |
Decorator (Trade) | Sign Writing (Trade) * (B2) |
Dental Nurse (Trade) ** | Stone Mason / Block Layer (Trade) |
Electrical (Trade) | Upholster (Trade) * |
AI, Social Media, Graphic Designer (Trade) * (B2) | Vehicle Mechanic (Trade) |
Hair Dresser (Trade) | Vehicle Panel work & spraying (Trade) |
AI & Information Technology (Trade) ** (B2) | Waiting Service (Trade) |
This list grows annually - so press Enquire here - and ask about your work preference.
This list grows annually - so press Enquire here - and ask about your work preference.
* These work placements are limited to approximately #3 students per group.
** These work placements are limited to approximately #4-6 students per group. Greater numbers of students looking for these difficult to source preferences, will result in multiple locations used to meet project targets. These placements are limited to max 6 weeks program duration.
(B2) – Mandatory English level / Level II e-learning targets – 75% of theses companies want their student to bring their own Lap Top to their company – to allow for GDRP compliance. Schools should bring 2 Lap tops /#10 students in these categories.
You tell us what you are interested in doing and the skills set you have to match that role; and we will try our best to source a work placement for you in Ireland.
Make your Erasmus / Movetia / PON program carbon neutral with our LXI Sustainability model and 'Airline Offset Refund Scheme'. Now: Carbon neutral = Carbon Cost Neutral.
Click on this link for further info on our sustainability model - Language Xchange Ireland’s Commitment to Sustainability - LXI
Click on this link for further info on our GDPR Data Compliance model - Are Your Erasmus Partner Companies GDPR Compliant? | Data Protection & Student Safety - LXI
Click on this link for further info on pitfalls which exist in the Internship market - that you must avoid at all costs - Red Flags und Warnzeichen für ERASMUS+-Projekte! - Language Exchange Ireland - LXI
As with all Language Xchange Ireland programs, our aim is to provide an experience that is exciting, rewarding and fun!
Join one of our " OPEN GROUPS " in the year ahead and discover Ireland - (click on our Instagram account - (2) Instagram )
LXI’s success – increasing our customers Confidence, Character and Charisma!
1. What is a Internship with Language Xchange Ireland?
It is a work experience program, four weeks or more in duration, in an Irish company & host family accommodation, that helps students improve their Business English and gain international work experience. [languageexchange.ie]
2. How long does the program last?
Internship work placements usually last 4–21 weeks. LXI is the largest provider of Placements and Internships in Ireland and 16yrs in operation. [languageexchange.ie]
3. Who can take part in the program?
The program is most suited to students aged 17 and older. Erasmus plus grant holders or students of a school offering Erasmus grant assistance. Some students turn to LXI for assistance with no Erasmus grant. [languageexchange.ie]
4. What kind of work will I do?
Your Internship in Ireland, is matched to your skills, studies, and interests, in a relevant Irish company. LXI have over 40+ positions on offer. [languageexchange.ie]
5. Do I need to speak English well before I arrive?
No. The program includes a free 45‑hour e‑learning English preparation package to help you get ready. B1 English plus is the starting point, to ensure you extract the most from this program, in Ireland [languageexchange.ie]
6. Will I stay with a host family?
Yes. You will live with an Irish host family for the duration of your stay. They provide single occupancy room accommodation, three meals a day, lifts to and from work daily and the friendly Irish welcome on all of LXIs host Families. [languageexchange.ie]
7. Are airport transfers included?
Yes. Airport transfers are included in the program. LXI will meet you at arrivals in Dublin airport too! [languageexchange.ie]
8. What activities are included outside of work?
The program includes weekly social nights, access to local social events, and cultural tours every second weekend. All events are posted on our digital diary and group interaction & mixing nationalities is actively encouraged. [languageexchange.ie]
9. What days will I work?
You will work Monday to Friday each week. [languageexchange.ie]
10. Are flights and insurance included?
No. Flights and insurance are not included in the program. These are purchased in your own country before departure and uploaded on our CRM. [languageexchange.ie]
11. Can I request a longer internship?
Yes. Internships may last up to 21 weeks upon request. [languageexchange.ie]
12. Can individuals join or only groups?
Both can join. Individuals can join through Open Groups, and groups may book together. [languageexchange.ie]
13. What skills will I improve?
You will improve Business English, gain international work experience, and develop life skills. [languageexchange.ie]
14. Will I learn business vocabulary?
Yes. The program helps you learn business terminology and improve workplace communication. [languageexchange.ie]
15. What industries can I be placed in?
There is a large choice of work environments, and placements are matched to your field of study or skill set. [languageexchange.ie]
16. Do I need to arrange my own travel in Ireland?
No. Program-related travel and transfers in Ireland are included. [languageexchange.ie]
17. Will someone support me during my stay?
Yes. LXI provides a full program including accommodation, placement coordination, social activities, and cultural support. LXI has an Area Manager in each town available 24/ 7. [languageexchange.ie]
18. How do I apply?
You can contact the Managing Director via their mobile number provided or use the “Enquire Here” button. [languageexchange.ie]
19. Is the program suitable for Erasmus students?
Yes. LXI is an Erasmus Partner Company, and placements align with Erasmus / PON / Movetia objectives. Our OID Number is - E10117110 [languageexchange.ie]
20. What makes this program special?
It offers a full Irish cultural experience, combining work, family life, social events, and learning—designed to make learning English unforgettable. [languageexchange.ie]
21. How does LXI manage the Accommodation Crisis?
All of LXI's accommodations is with screen host families - where students receive a warm Irish home, single room occupancy, three meals a day and lifts to and from work daily. Host family information is released to the intern two weeks in advance of arrival to Ireland. LXI have over 500+ Host Families registered on our system - most of them have been with LXI for > 8 years and up to 16 years.
22. How does LXI manage Interns Social Isolation and Culture Shock?
Warm Host Family accommodation versus hostels & apartments goes a long way towards preventing home sickness. LXI area managers are on call 24/ 7 during a students stay. Individual students are added to a group on arrival, meet with that group before work Monday morning, again for social night on Wednesday evening and again for Saturdays Cultural trip to Dublin city with their group of students. Friends for life are made on an LXI Internship program. Look at Language Xchange Ireland Instagram to see multiple groups arriving into Ireland each weekend.
23. How does LXI avoid interns lack of Local Community Engagement?
Your internship will be in a small Irish business within Ireland and within an Irish business community. The Irish welcome is recognized world-wide. Warm Host Family accommodation versus hostels & apartments goes a long way towards preventing social isolation. LXI area managers are on call 24/ 7 during a students stay. Individual students are added to A Group on arrival, meet with that group before work Monday morning work placement, again for social night on Wednesday evening and again for Saturday's Cultural trip to Dublin city with their group of students. Each student has plenty of time to engage with Irish culture each evening too.
