“Women and the Apprenticeship World…..Breaking the Mould”.

"Breaking the Mould: Building Your Future"

“There is no limit to what we, as Women, can Accomplish”

As part of TY Activity Week 2026 our students were introduced to a very topical topic when it comes to choosing a career ,

“Women and the Apprenticeship World…..Breaking the Mould”.

“Can I ask you to take a moment? I want you to  picture an engineer, a mechanic, an electrician or a construction site manager. For a long time, society has told us "That’s not possible for you as a woman". Students were often told that these industries are "male-dominated," a phrase that, for a long time, acted as a barrier, suggesting we didn't belong.

But I am here to tell you that the future of these industries, and many more , is female.If you are looking for a career that is hands-on, high-paying, and allows you to build something real with your own hands, I am here to encourage you to consider an Apprenticeship.”

(Words delivered by Transition Year student ,Ellie Harte, as part of her introduction to this event.)

Thanks to all Companies ,and organisations who organised a stand, and shared much valuable information with our Transition Year students. These included Specsavers, Cronin’s Electrical, Irish Rail, Super Valu ,Thermo Fisher, Clonakilty Agricultural College and the Bank of Ireland .

Transition Year student Ellie Harte addressing students during this Gathering.

Our Career Guidance Teacher, Ms RoseMarie Sexton, addressin our Transition Year students during this Gathering

Mr. Don McCarthy of Cork Education ad Training Board ( E.T.B.)

Mr Paddy Neelan Career Services

Ms Colette Twomet Cork College of Further Edution