Graduate Stories: Presented by the Trinity Careers Service

In this episode, Caroline Cahill sits down with Matthew Moore, who shares his remarkable story of resilience and transformation. From facing bankruptcy to returning to education at Trinity College Dublin, Matthew navigated one of the most challenging periods of his life to eventually become a senior vice president at an international investment firm. 
Matthew discusses the pivotal moment when he decided to pursue a law and business degree during his three-year bankruptcy, the support of his family, and how he leveraged his unique life experiences to build a successful career. Whether you’re a mature student, considering a major life change, or simply seeking inspiration, this episode is packed with insights on finding opportunity in adversity. 
For more on Matthew's journey, check out his 2016 Irish Times article and as always, head to tcd.ie/careers to check out the resources that supported his path to success. Tune in for a candid conversation that underscores the power of persistence, humility, and self-belief. 

Reflect and Articulate Your Skills
Use "Trinity's Guided Reflection Tool" supports you to reflect on your experiences, to identify and to articulate your skills and offer these to employers. Available at our website. Articulate Your Skills to Employers in your applications and at interview. See Applications and Interviews section of our website for practical tips and advice.
Your careers consultant can support you with self reflection, self belief, moving beyond your comfort zone and lots more
Networking.
Are you interested in making connections with employers and alumni?
Join Trinity's alumni to student network through mentoring . See our website Explore Your Options section. LinkedIn is a great way to connect with people for professional purposes. Get some tips at our website Explore Your Options section.
Attend employer and alumni events.
Get Involved in Student Life as a way to develop Work Experience
See Find a Job section of our website for advice on finding work experience and work Apply for jobs and work experience through

Ready to dive into the future of AI? Join Caroline Cahill for a chat with Dr. Fergal Reid, VP of Artificial Intelligence at Intercom, in this can't-miss episode of the Trinity Career Service Graduate Stories podcast. 

Dr. Reid takes us on an interesting journey from his computer science days at Trinity College Dublin to leading the charge in AI innovation. We’re talking early AI and machine learning adventures, groundbreaking Bitcoin research, and his game-changing work at Intercom that's shaping the future of customer support. 

Find out more about some of the topics mentioned in this podcast at the Trinity Careers Service website and the MyCareer portal.

Reflect on your Skills

"Trinity's Guided Reflection Tool" supports you to reflect on your experiences, to identify and to articulate your skills and offer these to employers. Available at our website.

Learn Skills

The Develop Your Skills section of our website has lots of advice.

Avail of the myriad of free online resources e.g.

LinkedIn Learning: e.g. Learn the Essentials of Generative AI (for those new to AI), Project Management, Data Analytics, Digital Marketing.-
High quality interactive online learning courses available include eCollege, Coursera, FutureLearn, OpenLearn and EdX.

AI in the job search

See Applications and Interviews section of our website for advice on remote hiring including Artificial Intelligence and Applications.
First Hand. Portal for company rankings, jobs, career advice and lots more. See MyCareer user resources to login.

In this episode of Grad Stories, Rowena sits down with seasoned gallery director Annie Fletcher, the current director of IMMA. Join us as we explore her professional development, global innovation, and the unique
insights she gained along the way. Whether you're an aspiring curator, an art enthusiast, or simply curious about the global art scene, this conversation offers a fascinating look into the work of a gallery director.

 

To access the transcript for this episode, click here: https://bit.ly/AnnieFletcherTranscript

 

Changing Your Course

Book an appointment with your careers consultant ⁠⁠on MyCareer
https://mycareerconnect.tcd.ie/student/appointments.html⁠  Your careers consultant can support you with figuring out what is best for you

Mentoring

- Join Trinity's alumni to student network through mentoring. See our website Explore Your Options section.

- LinkedIn is a great way to connect with people for professional purposes. Get some tips at our website Explore Your Options section. Book in for feedback at a CV/LinkedIn Clinic on MyCareer
https://mycareerconnect.tcd.ie/student/events.html

Experiment/Try Things/ Get Experience

- See Find a Job section of our website for advice on finding work experience and work

-  Apply for jobs and work experience through MyCareer Opportunities https://mycareerconnect.tcd.ie/student/jobs.html

In this episode of Grad Stories, Rowena sits down with rising journalist Aisling Grace to discuss making it in the world of journalism. From her first reporting gig with Trinity News, to her experience with verification journalism at Storyful, Aisling shares the challenges she’s faced as a young woman in journalism, and the importance of putting yourself out there. Tune in to hear her insights on upskilling, navigating the digital landscape, and what she’s learned the journalism industry.

To access the transcript for this episode, click here: https://bit.ly/AislingGraceTranscript

Find out more about some of the topics mentioned in this podcast at the Trinity Careers Service website
https://www.tcd.ie/Careers

Networking.

Are you interested in making connections with employers and alumni?

- Join Trinity's alumni to student network through mentoring. See our website Explore Your Options section.

- LinkedIn is a great way to connect with people for professional purposes. Get some tips at our website Explore Your Options section. Book in for feedback at a CV/LinkedIn Clinic on MyCareer
https://mycareerconnect.tcd.ie/student/events.html

- Attend employer and alumni events. See MyCareer for upcoming events
https://mycareerconnect.tcd.ie/student/events.html

Work Experience.

For practical tips on finding work experience:

- See our website section Find a Job which includes finding internships and
work experience.

- Keep an eye on MyCareer Opportunities https://mycareerconnect.tcd.ie/student/jobs.html

- First Hand. Portal for company rankings, jobs, career advice and lots more. See MyCareer user resources https://www.tcd.ie/Careers/mycareer/students.php

- DevEx. Portal for International Development jobs and advice. See MyCareer user resources https://www.tcd.ie/Careers/mycareer/students.php

Decision making.

For support with career planning and decision making see our decision making video and more at the Career Options section of our website.

In this episode of Grad Stories, Rowena is joined by Ruadhán
Ó Críodáin, the Executive Director of ShoutOut, a charity dedicated to promoting LGBTQ+ education and inclusivity. Starting as a volunteer, Ruadhán shares his journey of becoming the leader of the organisation, learning to just do it, and the passion for advocacy that drives his work. Tune in to hear how college volunteering can turn into a successful career.

To access the transcript for this episode, click here: https://bit.ly/RuadhanOCriodainTranscript

Find out more about some of the topics mentioned in this podcast at relevant websites
including the Trinity Careers Service website https://www.tcd.ie/Careers and the MyCareer portal.

Transgender People in the Workplace

- Supporting Transgender Rights in the Workplace from TENI
https://teni.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/TENI-Employment-Guidelines.pdf

- Book an appointment with your careers consultant ⁠⁠on MyCareer
https://mycareerconnect.tcd.ie/student/appointments.html⁠  Your careers consultant can support you with self reflection, self belief, moving beyond your comfort zone and lots more

Professional Development Programmes in the Arts

- Mentioned in this podcast Film StarGAZE
https://www.nationaltalentacademies.ie/courses-activities-programmes/stargaze Talent development programme to elevate LGBTQIA talent through an internationally recognised film festival, providing access to both Film & TV Generally https://www.screenireland.ie/courses/professional-development

Theatre Generally
https://irishtheatre.ie/resource/professional-development-programmes/

The Global Undergraduate Awards

https://undergraduateawards.com/ recognises top undergraduate work, shares this work with a global audience and connects students across cultures and
disciplines.

Value of your Degree

- Reflect on your Skills using "Trinity's Guided
Reflection Tool" supports you to reflect on your experiences, to identify and to articulate your skills and offer these to employers. Available at our website.

- Articulate Your Skills to Employers in your applications
and at interview. See Applications and Interviews section of our website for practical tips and advice. Book in for a CV/LinkedIn Clinic or Practice Interview at MyCareer https://www.tcd.ie/Careers/mycareer/students.php

Imposter Syndrome
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome. A 30mins short course to
support you to reframe your experience. Search for the course on LinkedIn Learning
https://www.tcd.ie/itservices/our-services/it-skills-development/online-learning-with-linkedin-learning

Find Work Experience and Work

- See Find a Job section of our website for advice on
finding work experience and work

-  Apply for jobs and work experience through MyCareer Opportunities https://mycareerconnect.tcd.ie/student/jobs.html

- First Hand. Portal for company rankings, jobs, career
advice and lots more. See MyCareer user resources to login
https://www.tcd.ie/Careers/mycareer/students.php

- DevEx. Portal for International Development jobs and
advice. See MyCareer user resources to login
https://www.tcd.ie/Careers/mycareer/students.php