Join the Food Safety Authority of Ireland for your Student Work Placement
In order to be considered for a vacancy within the FSAI, you must upload both a CV and a Cover Letter. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Do you need to complete a work placement as part of your college course? Are you on track to achieving a 2.1 or higher in a food science or related degree? The Food Safety Authority of Ireland is seeking to fill a number of placement opportunities during 2026/2027. These are being offered to current 3rd level students wanting to gain relevant experience in the food safety area.
By joining the FSAI team as a placement student, you will gain an excellent understanding and appreciation of how food safety regulation works. You will get the opportunity to develop vital skills that will support your studies and future career while working with a team of FSAI specialists. You will be involved in project work and research, gaining valuable on-the-job practical experience and getting exposure to a range of FSAI work activities and learning opportunities.
These placement opportunities will be of interest to you if you are looking to gain relevant experience in your field of interest. Placements will be available at different times throughout the year and for varying durations.
Food Science & Technology - Job Specification
If you would like the opportunity of working with an organisation which values teamwork, collaboration, integrity, respect, transparency, and passion then apply by submitting your Curriculum Vitae with a comprehensive covering letter, in PDF format, outlining your suitability against the requirements of the position to The Food Safety Authority of Ireland.
Closing Date
The completed application must be submitted no later than midnight: Tuesday, 11th November 2025.
There will be a hybrid work model with the office location based in The Exchange, George’s Dock, IFSC, Dublin 1 however in line with current Government guidance, it is possible that the successful candidate will commence in this role while working from home.
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