IT Labs Graduate Programme 2027

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted and unlimited travel to 250

Defined Contribution Pension – Matched

Death in Service Benefit – Up to 2x of

20 Days Annual Leave – 22 after 12 mo,

5 additional unpaid leave days/year

Cycle to Work Scheme

Unrivalled career progression

Job summary

Ryanair Labs in Dublin invites graduates to join a 12‑month fixed-term programme across Software Development, BI & Data, Information Security, Infrastructure & Operations, and more. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment within Europe’s largest airline group.

Applicants should be on track for a 2.1 or above and have graduated no earlier than 2025. Applications close 31 January 2027. A strong cultural fit and solid communication skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Must have a 2.1 degree or higher.
• Graduation no earlier than 2025.
• Unrestricted right to live and work in Ireland.
• Strong analytical ability to drive efficiency, quality and improvements.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 12‑month rotation across Ryanair Labs functions.
• Assist in analytics, software development, information security, infra projects.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver data-driven digital solutions.

Skills

Analytical ability

Pressure management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Humour & down-to-earth attitude

Education

2:1 degree or higher

Graduated 2025 or later

Job description

We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for our September 2027 Ryanair Labs Graduate Programme based in our Dublin office. This is your chance to kick-start your career with Europe’s largest airline group and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in aviation and technology, as we look to expand our operation to 800 aircraft and 300 million guests within the next 8 years.

Job Description

We have grad programmes in the below fields. Please confirm which area you’re interested in within your application.

• Software Development
• BI & Data
• Information Security
• Infrastructure & Operations
• Project, Planning & Delivery
• Quality Assurance
• IT Marketing

Successful candidates will join Ryanair Labs on a 12-month fixed-term contract, gaining hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, innovative environment.

Ryanair Labs is the digital and technology powerhouse behind Ryanair. As our innovation hub, Labs is dedicated to building Europe’s leading travel experience through cutting‑edge tech solutions and customer‑focused digital products.

The Person:

You will need to be on track to achieve a minimum of 2.1 and have excelled in your degree course. We want graduates who have a story to tell and who have strong outside interests. Cultural fit at Ryanair is just as important as academics.

Applications will close on31st January 2027.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree programme and either secured or are on track to receive a 2.1 or above
• Must havegraduateduniversity no earlier than 2025
• Hold the unrestricted right to live and work in Ireland and travel freely throughout the network
• Strong analytical ability to drive efficiency, quality and continuous improvements
• Ability to work in a pressurised and fast paced environment
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work on own initiative
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A great sense of humour and a down-to-earth attitude

Additional Information

• Discounted and unlimited travel to over 250 destinations
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme – Matched up to 5% or €5,000
• Death in Service Benefit – Up to 2 times of annual basic salary
• 20 Days Annual Leave – Increasing to 22 days after 12 months and 25 days after 3 years of continuous service.
• Option for up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Unrivalled career progression