Emerald Airlines are now taking applications for their Aircraft Engineering & Maintenance Apprenticeship 2025 for both Dublin and Belfast. Applications are open now and will close on 25th March 2025. This programme will be of particular interest to those interested in pursuing a career in the aviation industry, more specifically within the Engineering and Maintenance departments.
In total, Emerald are looking for 6 candidates to partake in this year’s intake. The Aircraft Engineering and Maintenance Apprenticeship is carried out in collaboration with SOLAS, Ireland’s Further Education and Training Authority and Technological University Dublin.
With a combined approach of classroom and hands-on experience, those who successfully complete the apprenticeship will be considered for full-time positions at Emerald Airlines. Successful applicants will split their time between classroom training in both Shannon and Dublin, and on-the-job training at the Emerald Airlines Engineering and Maintenance Facility at Dublin Airport or Belfast City Airport. Throughout their time as an Emerald Airlines apprentice, those successful will complete academic studies at both Shannon Aviation School & TUD, while also gaining practical work experience at the Emerald Airlines Hangar Facilities.
Requirements
- Leaving cert or PLC in a relevant discipline, or equivalent
- Applicants must be 18 years of age
- Have a keen mechanical and technical interest
- A commitment to a 4-year apprenticeship program
The application process consists of two stages
- An aptitude test
- An interview
To apply, please click here.

