Future TrailblazHER School
TrailblazHER™ is passionate about helping secondary students realise their own version of success, whatever that means to them. Our Future Trailblazers TY School Programme is designed to equip TY students with the knowledge, skills and mindset they need to thrive in the evolving world of work.
The programme is made up of two main components: in-class workshops delivered by the TrailblazHER™ team, and experiences that connect students with professional and forward-thinking companies.
What does the programme offer students?
- Jobs of the future - Exposure to key trends, skills, and jobs of the future through interactive exercises.
- Strengths profile - A personalised strengths profile and activities to identify their strongest future-focused skills and set intentions for further development.
- Post-secondary pathways - Exposure to and guidance on the post-secondary pathways available.
- Real-world insight - An insider's look into real-world work settings, discovering how leading businesses are innovating and preparing for the future of work.
The Need to Know
Who can take part?
The Future Trailblazers TY School Programme is free of charge and open to all transition year students, irrespective of identity.
When does the programme run?
The programme is scheduled to start October 2025. The In-class workshops will run between October and November. The Beyond the Classroom experiences will run between February and April 2026, leading up to the Jobs of the Future Festival in April/May.
How do I register?
The 2025-2026 programme is currently underway. If you'd like to see the programme in your school in 2026-2027, you can register by filling in the Future Trailblazers TY School Programme form, and a member of the team will be in touch. If you are a student, who’d like to see the programme brough to your schools fill in this form.
How much does it cost?
The course is free for schools and students.
Jobs of the Future Festival - 7 May
The Jobs of the Future Festival brings students onto a TU Dublin campus for a full day of talks, networking, and hands-on exploration. Students will hear directly from professionals across a range of industries through networking with industry professionals, and get hands-on exposure to diverse career paths. Whether their interests lie in STEM, entrepreneurship, or something they haven't discovered yet - this festival is designed to broaden horizons and spark real curiosity.
Questions?
Get in touch at TrailblazHER@tudublin.ie and a member of the team will be in touch.