Overview
Trainee Product Technologist — Placement Student
Because you’ll make the difference
Ready to own your career in an ever-growing fashion hub? Then take on a Primark placement starting in Summer 2026. This is your chance to grab valuable experience in a global company that truly feels like a family. You’ll have real projects with real autonomy. You’ll get to know incredible experts who make our fashion a reality. And you’ll gain off-the-scale exposure, making a huge impact for our customers and your future. Want it? Then own it on our undergraduate placement programme.
About you
If you’re an undergraduate looking for a 12 month placement before you head back to university for your final year, we’d love to hear from you. If you’re in your last year at university or have already graduated, head back to the careers website to find other roles across the business.
About the placement
You don’t watch from the sidelines around here — you get stuck in. Through hands-on experience and responsibility from the get-go, you’ll gain a vast insight into how our business works and contribute to it from day one. Inspiring, supportive colleagues will make you feel welcome and valued. And we’ll also help you to develop your skill set and grow your potential through supported learning with on-the-job training, masterclasses, and an assigned buddy.
What you’ll need
Collaboration skills are first and foremost. You’ll also be a multitasker who can plan and prioritise — especially where your own work is concerned — and you’ll bring us integrity, initiative, and sound judgement. If you have all that and more, the Primark placement in Quality is the perfect fit for you.
What you’ll do
Imagine the number of product lines in our stores—from fashion to footwear, accessories to homeware, and even beauty. Now imagine the scale of the operation it takes to ensure every single item meets our exacting standards. This is where you’ll shine. Life in the Quality team at Primark is fast-paced and exciting. Working in partnership alongside Buying, Merchandising & Design teams across a wide range of categories—including Apparel, Footwear, Accessories, Homeware, and Beauty—as well as our suppliers, you’ll help ensure each product is safe, legal, and exceeds customer expectations.
Drawing on your existing technical knowledge, you’ll be involved in both product and process helping identify and investigate any issues. You’ll engage with suppliers and support Product Technologists in delivering training, giving you an incredible grounding in every aspect of product quality across multiple categories.
Product Technologists deliver training. So you’ll get an amazing grounding in every aspect of product quality.
Why should you apply?
In Primark, we’ve always said everyone’s invited and we’re committed to making everyone feel safe and comfortable to be themselves. We believe that a diverse, inclusive, and accessible environment elevates us all, and enables creative ideas and collaboration to flourish. Because when we work together, we can accomplish so much more.
And yes, this place moves fast, and it’s growing even faster but we’re committed to providing the best, and most socially and environmentally ethical fashion that’s affordable for everyone. Primark Cares is our commitment to reducing fashion waste, halving our carbon footprint, and improving the lives of the people who make our products.
This placement has real impact, you could even see the results of your work, out on the shop floor! Make your CV look amazing and if you wow us, there could be a permanent job up for grabs when you graduate.
Isn’t it time you put theory into practice? We think so. Apply now for a Primark placement and start owning your journey.
Relocation and benefits (Dublin)
* Relocation support: Flights at the start and end of placement, a €1,000 relocation allowance in your first month, homeware bundle, and a travel allowance for the holiday season. We’ll also assist with opening a bank account and registering for tax and social security in Ireland.
* Accommodation: If you stay at Highfield House, Primark will contribute towards 25% of your total annual rent and cover your deposit.
Benefits and conditions
* Pay rate: Generous EUR 30,000 salary
* Development: A 12 month development programme which kicks off with our Freshers Week
* Balance: Our “Your Day, Your Way” approach means you can finish up at 2pm every Friday if you’ve completed your 37.5 hours that week
* Discounts: Use your in-store colleague discount across our range
* Support: Well-being initiatives and Employee Assistance Programme, Let’s Talk, plus mentorship to help you get the most out of your year
* Holiday: 27 days holiday on top of the Bank Holidays
Not sure where to live? Primark currently partners with Highfield House, student accommodation. You will have the option to stay there and Primark will contribute towards 25% of your total annual rent and cover your deposit.
Our culture is inclusive. Primark promotes equal employment opportunity and strives to create an environment where people can be themselves, access opportunities and thrive together.
REQ ID: JR-1573
Closing date: Friday 7th November 2025. We reserve the right to close the application window early should we receive sufficient applications.
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