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The Political Division is staffed by a range of Units who cover a spectrum of thematic, multilateral and bilateral issues, including security and defence policy, UN issues, non-proliferation and disarmament matters, human rights, and conflict resolution, as well as Ireland’s relations with the Middle East, and Central Asia, the Caucasus and Eastern Europe. The Political Division is responsible for ensuring that Ireland’s values, interests and foreign policy objectives are reflected in the EU’s Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) and the EU’s Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP). The Division also works to ensure that Ireland’s positions are advanced in various multilateral fora, most notably within the United Nations system, reflecting Ireland’s support for effective multilateralism and a stable rules-based international order. Internships in the Political Division of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade are designed to provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to gain practical experience in policy development and in a particular area of work of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Internships will be for a duration of 22 months. The pay rate applicable will be €38,803 p/a rising to €40,764 p/a after 12 months in the role. There is no entitlement to Civil Service status. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. For further information see the Candidate Information Booklet attached.
Hugh Russell Internship
Independently owned, The Irish News is the UK and Ireland’s top selling regional daily newspaper. Since 1891 its mission has been to play a constructive role in society, and to be a platform for respectful debate and conversation. HUGH RUSSELL INTERNSHIP Reporting to: Picture Editor Location: Belfast City Centre Created in honour of former Irish News photographer Hugh Russell, this 12-month internship celebrates the legacy of an Olympian boxer and award-winning photographer who spent more than 40 years capturing the people, events and stories that shaped our community. This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring photographer and visual storyteller to gain hands-on experience producing photography, video and multimedia content for print, digital and social media platforms. Working alongside experienced journalists and photographers, you will cover news, sport, features and community events while developing your skills in a busy newsroom environment. To apply , visit: www.irishnews.com/careers Closing date: Wednesday 7 October 2026 at 4:00pm The Irish News is an Equal Opportunities Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact careers@irishnews.com
