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Future Trailblazers TY School Programme
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 gender or identity.
When does the programme run?
The next programme is scheduled to start in early 2027.
How do I register?
If you'd like to see the programme in your school in the 2026-2027 year, you can register your interest here and a member of the team will be in touch.
How much does it cost?
The course is free for schools and students. All materials will be provided.
Jobs of the Future Festival
Hundreds of Transition Year students came together at TU Dublin for our flagship Jobs of the Future Festival - an inspiring day designed to expand horizons, challenge stereotypes and help young women imagine what's possible for their future.
Through interactive workshops, inspiring keynote speakers, hands-on activities and conversations with industry professionals, students explored careers across STEM, business, entrepreneurship and emerging industries, many of which they had never previously considered. More than just a careers event, the festival gives students the confidence, connections and real-world insight to make more informed decisions about their future education and career pathways.
Closing our Future Trailblazers programme, the festival celebrates curiosity, ambition and possibility, empowering the next generation of women to see themselves in careers where they continue to be underrepresented.
Watch the highlights from this year's festival below.
