Guide to Applying for Work in Cork
Finding a job in Cork can be a great way to maximize your English language use in real life settings. Put what you have learned in class into practice in real life work settings!
Apply for a PPS Number
Everybody who would like to start work in Ireland will need a PPS number. You will need the following for your visit to the PPS Office in Cork:
- Your passport
- A Job offer letter or confirmation email from an employer offering you a job, stating your new job position and start date.
- Proof of address (present your school letter and insurance documents with matching addresses).
- Stamp 2 / non EU Applicants: You will already have your school letter and insurance document. If you need to change your address in Cork you can email [email protected] with your new address and request an updated school letter.
- EU Students: You can request this letter by emailing [email protected] and requesting an EU Letter for PPS purposes.
Find more information about the PPS application at Gov.ie
Support From the School
At Cork English Academy, we focus on helping you achieve your language goals, preparing you for life and work in Ireland. The better your English the better the opportunities.
Monthly Jobs Club
Remember to sign up for our Monthly Jobs Club where we help students with:
- Interview Skills
- Writing a CV/ Resume
- Writing a Cover Letter
School Jobs Board
Make sure to check for updated jobs on the School Jobs Board on the ground floor in the student chill-out area. We update the board regularly with tips to helping you to find a job in Cork.
Jobs Board on Instagram
Check out our Jobs Board on Instagram.
Typical Jobs
Many students find casual or part-time work in the hospitality sector, such as roles in restaurants, cafes, hotels or retail stores.
Working Hours for for Stamp 2/non-EU Students
- 20 hours per week: During study periods
- 40 hours per week: During June, July, August, and a two-week Christmas break in December
Renewal
- Renewal of this Stamp 2 related Work and Study Course is possible 2 times.
- 3 x 8 months in total = 2 years in Ireland as an English language student.
Opportunities After Graduation
If students are considering further studies after their 2 years as an English language student, Ireland’s universities and postgraduate programs offer pathways for professional roles. Students completing undergraduate or master’s degrees in Ireland may be eligible for a 2-year stay-back visa, allowing full-time work in professional sectors.
Popular Job Websites in Ireland
Good for Part time and Temp Work:
Good for Building Connections and Linking with Recruiters: