Apply to be a graduate planner in city or county councils in Ireland
Are you looking to make a difference in your community while building a fulfilling career? The Local Government Ireland Graduate Planner Programme is seeking enthusiastic and committed individuals to join city and county councils across Ireland as graduate planners. This is your chance to make a powerful impact to the development of vibrant, sustainable, and thriving communities.
Why choose to work as a graduate planner in one of Ireland’s city or county councils?
Plan spaces that leave a lasting impact
As a graduate planner, you'll have the opportunity to work on projects that directly affect the day-to-day lives of citizens. Whether it's planning new parks, enhancing transportation networks, or developing housing solutions, your work will help shape the future of Ireland's urban and rural landscapes.
Plan your future
The programme offers a supportive environment where you can develop your skills and advance your career. You'll be mentored by experienced planners and have access to professional development opportunities through a structured programme for career growth to help you reach your full potential.
Plan to make a powerful difference
You will join a forward-thinking team that embraces innovation. You'll be involved in projects that focus on sustainability, smart growth, and community engagement, and will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the future development of our communities, ensuring Ireland's cities and towns remain desirable places to live and work.
Collaborative environment
Become part of a collaborative culture, with diverse areas of work, you will work alongside a professional team who are passionate about sustainable growth in our cities and towns.
What’s in it for you?
What will you be doing?
You can apply if you are a recent graduate with a 2.2 or higher in level 8 honours degree in planning or you are due to graduate this year and expect a 2.2 or higher in a level 8 honours degree in planning (and are entitled to reside and work in the Republic of Ireland).
Find out more on our graduate programme webpage here:
The Closing date for applications is 12:00pm on Tuesday 1st July 2025
graduates@lgma.ie