Eight Weeks in Ireland: Interning at TU Dublin and Finding a Home Away From Home
Dublin, ireland
Internship at Technological University Dublin
When I first boarded my flight to Ireland, I knew I was stepping into an opportunity that would push me both personally and professionally. What I didn’t realize was how quickly six weeks would go by, or how much this experience would shape my perspective on sports, communications, and life abroad.
During my time in Ireland, I completed an internship at Technological University Dublin as a Communications and Marketing Intern for the Sports Analytics program through the Enterprise Academy. From the moment I arrived, I was immersed in meaningful work that allowed me to combine my passion for sports with storytelling, branding, and digital media.
Working at TU Dublin
One of the biggest highlights of my internship was having the opportunity to help develop a communications and marketing strategy for the Sports Analytics diploma program. Because sports analytics continues to grow rapidly across the global sports industry, it was exciting to work on promoting a program that sits at the intersection of sport, business, and technology.
Throughout the internship, I worked on:
- Creating engaging website and social media content
- Highlighting the unique selling points of the Sports Analytics diploma
- Assisting with planning and executing an advertising campaign for the 2025 intake
- Collecting testimonials and feedback from current students to showcase their experiences
The experience gave me hands-on exposure to international sports education and marketing while also teaching me how universities position programs to attract students from different backgrounds and countries.
As someone pursuing a career in sports media and communications, it was incredibly valuable to see how another country approaches sports education, branding, and student engagement. It also reinforced how universal sports truly are — no matter where you are in the world, sports connect people.
Adjusting to Life in Ireland
Outside of work, one of the most memorable parts of my experience was living with a host family. Going into the trip, I was nervous about what that adjustment would look like, especially being away from home for six weeks. But from the very beginning, they made me feel welcomed and comfortable.
Living with a host family gave me a much more authentic experience than simply staying in student housing or a hotel. I was able to experience everyday Irish life, learn more about the culture, and build genuine relationships during my time there.
Some of my favorite memories came from simple moments — conversations at dinner, exploring different areas around Dublin, and learning about Irish traditions and daily life from people who actually live there.
By the end of the six weeks, they no longer felt like just a host family. Ireland truly started to feel like a second home.
