Emma Boyne works in graduate recruitment in PwC and talks to Careers Calling about recruitment in the post-pandemic era. If you are interested in working with one of the largest employers in the world, visit https://www.pwc.ie/careers-ie.html

This week we have the pleasure of having two guests on the podcast. UCD alumna, Karen Cross, a Senior Scientist in Eurofins' Cell and Molecular Biology department in Waterford, Ireland, and Victor Popov, Talent Sourcing Specialist from Eurofins' Brussels recruitment team. We talk to Karen and Victor about intercultural sensitivity and awareness in the modern workplace.

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Dr. Emma Regan, Clinical Psychologist and the Head of Psychological Services in the Irish Prison Service, speaks to Sarah Brown, Career & Skills Consultant for the UCD College of Social Sciences & Law, about what one can expect from working in the Irish Prison Service, the rewarding work it can be and opportunities that are available. 

Philip Coffey is a Senior HR professional and Executive Coach with extensive private, public, multinational and consultancy experience, working in the Department of Justice. He speaks with the UCD's Career & Skills Consultant, Mark Cumisky, about career mapping and strategic planning that is useful for both the early and later parts of your career journey.

Susan Queally, the Graduate Progamme Officer at Glanbia, speaks to the UCD Careers Network about Agility During Uncertainty. Susan is part of Glanbia's Pure Ambition team, which focuses on recruiting and developing early career talent, so she's the ideal person to listen to if you are considering a career with Glanbia. For more information on Glanbia's graduate roles visit the "student" section of careers.glanbia.com.

Carol Hunt is the Global Talent Development Manager with DPS Group. Listen for tips on optimising your chances in the selection process and for opportunities with DPS. For more information on careers with DPS click here.

Daniel Keogh from Focus Ireland talks to the UCD Careers Network about pathways into a successful career within the charity sector. Daniel has his own psychotherapy practice and works with Focus Ireland as a Case Manager. He has worked with single people and couples experiencing and at risk of homelessness and later moved onto working with families in the same circumstances. Daniel also has his own podcast, Dan Keogh Wellness Project Podcast. If you are interested in applying for the Focus Ireland Community Service Graduate Programme click here.

Ellen Brady is a manager in Accenture's Talent and Organisation Strategy practice and is a UCD graduate with an MA in Psychology, as well as a PhD in Medicine. She talks to Careers Calling about workplace well-being and everything Accenture are currently doing to promote it. If you are interested in a consulting role with Accenture or the topic of wellness, this is the episode for you.

For the last episode of Season 1 we speak to Podge Henry, Jameson Marketing Assistant on what it means to have a personal brand and how to build an effective and strong brand online. If you are interested in applying for the Jameson International Programme, visit; https://www.jamesongraduateprogramme.com/ Applications close on Wednesday 24th February, 2021.

Laura Butler speaks to Careers Calling about how Innovation and Modernisation has persevered during COVID. She also talks about what can be expected from a role as a Judicial Assistant and the wide range of roles available to candidates interested in working for The Courts Service of Ireland. If you want to learn more about career opportunities, visit: https://www.courts.ie/careers