EY Ireland – Data Analytics Graduate Programme 2025

Locations available: Dublin, Cork, Waterford, Galway, Limerick

Start date: September 2025

Before submitting your application:

Please read the below information so we can help to set you up for success.

• Please note you may only apply to one 2025 EY Graduate Programme. All additional applications will not be considered.
  

• When submitting your application form, you will be asked questions on which area of our business you wish to join. To help you navigate this decision, we have provided some in depth information on our service lines and offerings in the below job description and here on our website.
  

• How do I choose which area of EY to join?
  

• EY is split into two areas. The difference between the two are the clients we work with in each. To help you decide, please read the below text before continuing.
  

• UKI (Non-Financial Services Clients): Industrial, Commercial & Technology Clients including Automotive & Transportation, Government & Public Sector, Health & Life Sciences, Mining & Metals, Oil & Gas, Power & Utilities, Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction, Technology, Telecommunications, Media & Entertainment.
  

• Financial Services (Financial Services Clients): Asset Management, Banking and Insurance, Investment Services, Financial Services Industry, Foreign Exchange.
  

• If I apply to this EY Graduate Programme, can I choose another programme preference?
  

• Yes! As part of your application, you may choose a second graduate programme of interest.
  

Please note that all preferences noted within your application cannot be guaranteed, however we will do our best to accommodate you. We wish you the absolute best of luck!

Hello, we’re EY.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through consulting and help clients grow, transform and operate.

By joining one of EY’s award-winning Graduate Programmes, you’ll receive world-class hands-on training that has real-world application. You’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too.

Here you can seek out the experiences, learnings, skills and relationships that will shape your career and beyond and be inspired by great leaders so you can lead and inspire others throughout your career journey.

Your story starts now.

The EY Data Analytics & AI Graduate Programme

Our data and analytics team focuses on helping our clients unlock value from their information assets by embedding innovative data analytics solutions in existing business areas.

Data Analytics and AI is one of the most exciting fields in today’s digital world. It offers challenging work, career development and great job satisfaction. EY’s mission is to build a better working world by asking better questions and finding better answers – this is what data analytics is all about.

What better way to help us achieve our mission than by working with our data science, analytics, engineering, and architecture teams as we continue this journey. We are transforming our business by embedding analytics in everything we do. We are helping our clients transform their businesses by doing the same, across industry sectors and lines of business.

The Data Analytics & AI Graduate programme is approximately 2 years in length, and we welcome students from all disciplines and backgrounds to apply. If you’re a problem-solver, are information-hungry and data-motivated, apply today for our Graduate Programme in Data Analytics and AI.

What type of work could you be doing?

The Data Analytics & AI Graduate Programme programme is all about test-driving market-leading analytical software, taking part in knowledge-sharing sessions, working on client proposals, identifying gaps in the market and pitching exciting new solutions. It offers you a broad foundation from which to launch your career in business and technology. You will have the opportunity to experience and make a difference to the vast swathe of technical aspects of our company.

No two projects will be the same, which means you’ll need to think on your feet to develop solutions for complex problems. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across multiple service lines, get the opportunity to build relationships, and identify opportunities for our clients to benefit from our expertise in other areas.

Day to day, you’ll be working in teams tackling issues surrounding IT Risk and Assurance as well as the challenges of enabling change within large organisations through IT solutions.

Examples of the work we do for clients include Data Analytics & AI projects ranging from corporate fraud investigation, audit and compliance analytics, big Data Analytics & AI or simply designing and developing intelligent solutions to solve our clients’ complex data challenges.

We welcome students from all disciplines and backgrounds to apply. If you are of a technical disposition, enjoy being challenged daily and thrive on variety, you’ll fit right in in a career in Data Analytics.

What working at EY offers?

You want a career that counts, rewards performance and ultimately secures your future. Our success is founded on yours. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings, and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.
In addition, your wellbeing is our priority. We can only build a better world, together, by putting your wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. EY has a range of programs to support you in looking after your own wellbeing and that of your colleagues, from remote working options to Employee Assistance Programs and wellness events.

Training & Development

In addition to our comprehensive graduate on-boarding and induction process, there is on-going continuous graduate training and learning opportunities over the first 2 years of the programme. Every new hire is assigned a buddy who will be there to support and guide you through your first few months at EY, and a career counsellor, a senior team member who supports your performance management and career development, as well as building competence, motivation and confidence.

At EY, we have a comprehensive Learning and Development program in place for all staff members, with access to a vast library of free on-line courses including three master's degrees! There are specific Learning Pathways for each level in the organisation including classroom-based learning, as well as our bespoke EY Badges learning initiative which encourages you to attain a level of proficiency in skills of interest to you and are valuable to our clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• A minimum 2.1 or higher in your chosen bachelor's degree
  

• A client-oriented, professional services mindset
  

• Exceptional execution and delivery mindset
  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  

• Great attention to detail
  

• Proficiency to manage several projects simultaneously
  

• Ability to prioritise tasks and work well under pressure
  

• Aptitude to present on subject matter areas to an audience
  

• You demonstrate integrity, respect, and teaming
  

• You have the energy, enthusiasm and the determination to lead
  

Apply today!

We aim to create a diverse workplace, which contributes to our objective of building a better working world. We are looking for people from all academic backgrounds – including business, science, engineering, arts, humanities, health, law, and more.

Building a better working world. Starting with yours.

Applications close 23rd October 2024.