RTÉ Commercial Internship 2026 (E)
Job Summary
RTÉ Commercial Internship 2026
Award-winning. Paid.
Irelands leading internshipprogramme recognised last year for its approach to learning and inclusion. And now open for applications.
Tell me more
Itsa paid full-time 6-month internship at RTÉ Irelands national public-service broadcaster.
This internship offers an introduction to the commercial side of public-service media:how advertising sponsorshippartnershipsand trading support RTÉs content and public mission.
Youllwork with real teams on real projects and learn how commercial strategyoperatesin a media organisation that balances creativity audienceneedsand public responsibility.
You will also spend time with the Digital Team to learn how they manage campaigns across the player.
The important bits (at a glance)
Do I need experience
No CV.
No cover letter.
Nopreviouscommercial or media experiencerequired.
Ifyouvestudied business marketingmediaor communications: youhavent:alsogreat.
Wereinterested in your curiosity potential and way of thinkingnot a perfect background. Public-service media works best when it reflects a wide range of perspectives so we actively welcome applicants who may not have seen themselves represented in this kind of role before.
Other RTÉ internships
This opportunity is part of a wider RTÉ Internship Programme.
You might also be interested in internships in:
If one of those feels more you go for it.
What training will I get
Like any real workplacetheressome mandatory training to complete alongside practicaltrainingthatsrelevantto the workyoullbe doing.
Youllthen jointhecommercial team and be supported by a dedicated mentor with regular check-insfeedbackand guidance throughout the placement.
Youlllearn about:
How does the assessment work
In personin Dublin:April 8th 2026
Short online follow-up conversation:April9th2026
If you think you might needany kind ofsupport just let us knowon your application formor is best.
Whensthe deadline to apply
Apply byFebruary 25th 2026(midnight).
Want to know more before applying
Totally fair.
Wererunning information webinars on Microsoft Teams where you can hear more about the programme and ask questions.
Registration internship page for detailsRTÉ Internship and RTÉ JumpStart About RTÉ
One last thing
This is a full-time programme with fixed dates and mandatory training soitsnot suitable for people in full-time education during the placement.
Ready
Fill out the form below.
We said it earlier butitsworth saying again: we want applications from people across all backgrounds and communities. Ifyourewondering whether this is for youit is.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do both on-screen and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee encourage applications from people from all communities and backgrounds.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds without regard to gender sexual orientation gender identity age social
experience race and ethnicity disability civil and family status religiousbeliefor membership of the Traveller Community.
For more information on how we handle your data please refer toRTÉs Privacy Policy.
Award-winning. Paid.
Irelands leading internshipprogramme recognised last year for its approach to learning and inclusion. And now open for applications.
Tell me more
Itsa paid full-time 6-month internship at RTÉ Irelands national public-service broadcaster.
This internship offers an introduction to the commercial side of public-service media:how advertising sponsorshippartnershipsand trading support RTÉs content and public mission.
Youllwork with real teams on real projects and learn how commercial strategyoperatesin a media organisation that balances creativity audienceneedsand public responsibility.
You will also spend time with the Digital Team to learn how they manage campaigns across the player.
The important bits (at a glance)
- Pay: 32141 per year pro rata (16070.50 for the 6-month contract)
- Duration: 2ndJune 4thDecember 2026
- Training: Mandatory in-person training in Dublin (2nd19thJune 2026)
- Location:on-site in Dublin
- Working pattern: Full-time(Some evening/weekend work and occasional travel)
- Hybrid: Not available. This is an in-person experience
- Deadline: February 25th 2026(midnight).
Do I need experience
No CV.
No cover letter.
Nopreviouscommercial or media experiencerequired.
Ifyouvestudied business marketingmediaor communications: youhavent:alsogreat.
Wereinterested in your curiosity potential and way of thinkingnot a perfect background. Public-service media works best when it reflects a wide range of perspectives so we actively welcome applicants who may not have seen themselves represented in this kind of role before.
Other RTÉ internships
This opportunity is part of a wider RTÉ Internship Programme.
You might also be interested in internships in:
- Content Creatives(including RTÉ Sport with support from Sport Ireland)
- Design
- Broadcastand Media Services
- Gaeilge(with support fromÚdarásnaGaeltachta)
If one of those feels more you go for it.
What training will I get
Like any real workplacetheressome mandatory training to complete alongside practicaltrainingthatsrelevantto the workyoullbe doing.
Youllthen jointhecommercial team and be supported by a dedicated mentor with regular check-insfeedbackand guidance throughout the placement.
Youlllearn about:
- how commercial teams support RTÉs public-service mission
- how sponsorshipspartnershipsand trading work in practice
- how creative ideation develops from a concept to presentationsproposalsand end-product
- professional skills such as communicationcollaborationand problem-solving
How does the assessment work
In personin Dublin:April 8th 2026
Short online follow-up conversation:April9th2026
If you think you might needany kind ofsupport just let us knowon your application formor is best.
Whensthe deadline to apply
Apply byFebruary 25th 2026(midnight).
Want to know more before applying
Totally fair.
Wererunning information webinars on Microsoft Teams where you can hear more about the programme and ask questions.
Registration internship page for detailsRTÉ Internship and RTÉ JumpStart About RTÉ
One last thing
This is a full-time programme with fixed dates and mandatory training soitsnot suitable for people in full-time education during the placement.
Ready
Fill out the form below.
We said it earlier butitsworth saying again: we want applications from people across all backgrounds and communities. Ifyourewondering whether this is for youit is.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do both on-screen and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee encourage applications from people from all communities and backgrounds.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds without regard to gender sexual orientation gender identity age social
experience race and ethnicity disability civil and family status religiousbeliefor membership of the Traveller Community.
For more information on how we handle your data please refer toRTÉs Privacy Policy.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
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