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Our programmes

Work Placement

Great things happen when talent meets opportunity. Our three to nine month work placements across Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Belfast let the best and the brightest students join forces with KPMG.

It’s a chance to make a difference in your community, become a force for change on meaningful client projects, and learn valuable life-long skills.

To find out how to make an application to the KPMG Work Placement Programme, ask your College Placement Officer today, or kick-start your career now by applying now!

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Reasons to join KPMG in Ireland

Here are just some of the ways that we can kick-start your professional life.

We prioritise giving our graduates real responsibility by working shoulder to shoulder with the major players, to kickstart your career.

Here at KPMG, we understand the importance of your wellbeing and have a dedicated ‘Wellbeing Programme’ to assist you to get more out of work and life.

Services and activities you can avail of in KPMG include:

Mental Health, Confidence, & Wellbeing Workshops
Yoga & Mindfulness Classes
‘Early Finish Fridays’ during June, July and August, finishing at 3:00pm on bank holidays
Gym Discounts, Health Screens, & free Digital Doctor

We understand the transition from college to working life can seem daunting, but we are here to support you. KPMG offers each intern and placement:

A dedicated Performance Manager who will support you through your work, give feedback, and ensure you are integrated into your team.
A dedicated Buddy who is a graduate who understands what it is like to be in your shoes. They are here to support you with any questions you may have, ensure you are included in all team social activities and assist you with your work.

This year, 100% of our staff passed the final Chartered Accounting exams - FAEs.
This year, we achieved 85% overall success in the final tax exams which is 27% above the national average.
Number 1 pass rate in Ireland for CAP1 & CAP2 exams.

KPMG Ireland are the winners of gradireland awards in the following categories:

#1 Winner of gradireland Graduate Employer of the Year 2025 and 2023
#1 Winner of gradireland Graduate Training and Development Programme 2025 and 2024
#2 Sustainability in Early Talent Recruitment 2025, 2024, and 2023
#2 Best Student Marketing Campaign 2025
#1 Best Graduate Recruitment Website 2023
We’re also listed in the Universum Most Attractive Employer for business students in Ireland 2019-2024

You can sharpen your skills with our first-class KPMG Business School and lead the way by working on international projects across Audit, Tax, Deal Advisory or Consulting.

We invest €19.8 million in graduate development annually demonstrating our commitment to your success.

Gradireland # 1 Best Graduate Training & Development Programme 2025.

While you’re here, you can also get into the community spirit by giving back on our award-winning Corporate Citizenship Program. Enjoy a range of sports and social clubs, unlock your inner globetrotter and benefit from our flexible rewards package.

Do work that matters

Audit & Assurance

Join Ireland’s No.1 Audit practice – we audit more top companies in Ireland & UK than the rest.

Tax Consulting

Join Irelands No.1 Tax practice and market leader with the largest R&D practice and leading tax advisors in Aviation & Finance.

Deal Advisory

Think like an investor and join the M&A leaders. Begin looking at how opportunity to buy, sell, grow, partner, fund or fix a company can add and preserve value.

Consulting

We are leading in Business & Tech advisory for Financial Services, Cyber and Applied Intelligence. Join us to develop business and technical solutions to your client's most complex issues.

KPMG Law

KPMG Law are a dynamic and innovative new law firm which specialises in corporate law, M&A, financial services regulation, employment and data privacy. KPMG Law provides a broad range of legal, advisory, and company secretarial services to corporate clients - both in Ireland and internationally.

Beyond Accounting: Opportunities for STEM Students

Launch your STEM career with real-world impact, cutting-edge tech, and limitless growth.

At KPMG, your STEM background is more than a qualification—it’s your launchpad to solving complex, high-impact challenges.

Whether you're contributing to climate risk assessments or shaping industries through AI compliance and governance, you’ll apply your analytical mindset and technical expertise from day one.

📊 You’ll gain vast sector experience in business areas such as Consulting, Future Analytics (Deal Advisory), Tax Technology, Information Risk Management Audit across housing, transport, energy, and technology

🤝 Broaden your technical and strategic skillset through hands-on client engagement and project work. With unlimited access to emerging technologies—including AI—and support from experienced mentors, buddies, and senior leaders, you’ll be empowered to grow every step of the way.

🌿Our Student & Graduate Programmes offer more than just career development. From wellness workshops and our free online digital doctor to social activities and purpose-driven initiatives in our Aspire, Ignite & Strive Intern and Placement programmes, you’ll find connection, support, and meaning in everything you do.

🎓And when you're ready to take the next step, you can fast-track to Manager in as little as 13 months from reaching Senior Consultant level—gaining leadership experience in data analysis, cyber security, and strategy.

Future opportunities

At KPMG, we invest in you in the long-term so your opportunities don’t end with the programme.

80%

of interns/work placements secure an early offer for the Graduate Programme.
12 months

Those who complete the KPMG Graduate Programme can progress to manager within 12 months, the fastest route on the market.
85%

of our graduates passed their final Tax exams, Part 3. This is 27% higher than the national average.

€19.6 million

invested in KPMG Business School, who are responsible for your training & development.
100%

of our graduates passed their FAE exams in 2024. More students pass their ACA exams in KPMG than any other firm.
95%

of our graduates passed their CAP1 and CAP2 exams this year.