DescriptionLooking for a challenging and rewarding Grad Programme? Do you want to work for an industry leader where career progression is a given if you work hard and show dedication? Then join the 2026 Ryanair Grad Programme. We have grad programmes across the business where you will get the chance to rotate across teams (and our network) in your preferred dept, allowing you to gain transferable skills and a deep understanding of Ryanair, to set you up on a career path to the skies!Across the 2 year programme, our grads will get mentorship from our leadership team and be part of a structured programme with trips, tips and insights into Europe’s largest airline, which will allow you to develop while we grow to be The World’s Largest Airline.
Areas and rotations
The programmes include:
People – Our People grads will work across key areas in the People Dept including HR, Talent Acquisition, Internal Communications and HRIS, supporting the teams recruiting all our staff, leading negotiations with unions and ensuring our network of people are supported in their roles.
Operations – With over 3,700 flights per day, smooth, efficient operations is key to our success. The Ops grads will work across areas including Flight Ops, Ground Ops, and Safety, ensuring industry-leading OTP and efficient turnarounds.
Commercial – The Money Makers! Commercial grads work on teams planning new routes, scheduling these as efficiently as possible, ensuring flights make as much money as possible and tracking commercial performance so we stay on track to 300m guests in the next 10 years.
Sales & Marketing – The grads work closely with our PR, Brand Teams and CRM/ Market Intelligence teams.
Customer Service – CS grads rotate across our CS Ops, Legal and Digital teams to deliver a seamless service.
Retail – Our Retail team are responsible for the 600+ shops in the sky, with grads undertaking two rotations ensuring the trolleys are stocked with products.
Legal – Legal grads gain insights across the department, including defending Ryanair Group at national and European level, or handling legal, regulatory and public affairs.
Inflight – Inflight grads support the cabin crew, including training, crew planning, processing pay and supporting their needs.
Application process
Motivation is key for Ryanair. Please indicate your preferences as to which department you’re keen to work in most, but recruiters may review your application and may reach out if you are more suitable for other departments. Applications will remain open until 31 January 2026. Early applications are recommended. Candidates should demonstrate the skills and behaviours that have helped Ryanair achieve growth over the last 40 years, including a hardworking and entrepreneurial spirit during the interview process.
If we decide to progress your application, you will be invited for a phone call, followed by an online interview. All grads must attend Dublin for a Face-to-Face interview.
Requirements
Studied a relevant degree programme (Bachelors/Masters) with a 2.1 or above, or on track to
Graduated/finished university no earlier than 2024
Hold the unrestricted right to live and work in Ireland and travel freely throughout Europe
Strong analytical skills for efficiency, quality and continuous improvements
Ability to work in a pressurised and fast-paced environment
Organisational, interpersonal skills and ability to work on own initiative
Excellent communication skills
Good sense of humour and doesn’t take themselves too seriously
Benefits
Competitive salary, with increases in Year 1
Unlimited discount travel to over 230 destinations
Defined Contribution Pension Scheme – Matched up to 5% or €5,000
Death in Service Benefit
20 Days Annual Leave – Increasing to 22 days after 12 months and 25 days after 3 years
Cycle to Work Scheme
Unrivalled career progression
Abroad rotations in Malta, Poland & more
Competencies
Personal Organisation
Adaptability/Flexibility
Initiative
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Airlines and Aviation
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