Break Through Barriers
Explore Careers at Zinkworks
Shannon Retail Park, Dublin Rd, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 E2P6
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Learning and Development
CONSTANT GROWTH
Our Learning and Development team is focused on helping our people, our teams and our account managers perform at their best – at all levels of the business. We offer a broad range of tailored programs that help create an environment that promotes continuous improvement.
Our goal is to empower our teams to perform at their very best. This means that together we can remain leaders in our industry.
01 Accelerated Professional Development
Rapid onboarding, cloud certifications, and specialized training in key industries.
02 Collaborative Learning
03 Hands-On Experience
“At Zinkworks, we take Learning and Development seriously, not just as a benefit, but as a strategy to deliver high-quality results to our clients. Our learning and development team works closely with our management, teams and client stakeholders to craft programs, resources, and initiatives that support performance at every stage of the software lifecycle. At the same time, we place emphasis on individual growth through our career development framework and offer support for further education. Our vision is to create an environment where continuous learning drives both personal achievement and exceptional client outcomes.”
Apprenticeship Program
Jumpstart Your Tech Career
No prior tech experience? No problem. Our apprenticeship program, in partnership with FIT, is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the tech industry.
How the Program Works
The apprenticeship begins with a semester where participants attend in-person classes with FIT on Mondays and Tuesdays. These sessions focus on building a solid foundation of technical knowledge. For the remaining three days, apprentices join Zinkworks in the office, where they work on a mix of training projects designed by our Learning and Development department and real-world client projects.
As the apprenticeship progresses, participants transition into client teams where they apply their skills and provide valuable contributions.
What’s in it for you?
- Earn 2 industry-standard certifications
- Build skills in Java, Agile, & leadership
- Get hands-on experience with real client projects
- Access to a personal mentor & L&D support
- Join hackathons, leadership programs, & more!
” The most valuable part of the Zinkworks Apprenticeship Programme for me was getting to work with technologies and projects used for industry applications. It’s always daunting learning different languages or tools but not knowing how they are applied in the “real world.
Aside from the obvious building of technical skills that I will go on to use during my career. I feel that being able to take advantage of opportunities like the hackathons, public speaking opportunities, blogging, etc. All help to build up both technical skills but soft skills that can be applied regardless of the task or project that I can find myself on. “
” I’m incredibly grateful for the mentorship I received during the apprenticeship program. When I joined my first team at Zinkworks, I was paired with a senior developer who had been working on the project for some time and had a deep understanding of the services we would be working on. She guided me in setting up my laptop, gaining access to company resources, and familiarizing me with the tech stack the team uses. Her support made a huge difference in my ability to contribute effectively and grow within the team.
The apprenticeship program did an excellent job of introducing me to the ways of working in a modern software company. Working in an AGILE team for the first time helped me understand the project more quickly. The emphasis on strong team collaboration and communication was new to me at first, but after completing the program, these skills have become essential in my future projects. ”
” The most valuable part of the Zinkworks Apprenticeship is the structure and mentorship it provides. At every stage of the course Zinkworks provided the right training and opportunities to enhance our skills.
Give it all you have got, and you won’t recognise yourself by the end of the 2 years. “
” Coming from a completely different background, the apprenticeship program significantly enhanced my skills. Being part of a company and collaborating with a real team allowed me to understand how the business and engineers operate on a daily basis. This exposure helped me gauge whether this career path was a good fit for me.
I learned more in this program than I did throughout my college education.
Thanks to the combination of theoretical and practical training, I was able to apply the knowledge I gained in real-life situations and understand how the business works from the inside. My mentor’s guidance and Zinkworks’ collaborative environment were instrumental in my professional growth. This program not only provided me with the necessary technical skills but also helped me develop a proactive mindset and find my place in the world of technology.”
Graduate Program
Are you a recent graduate ready to launch your tech career?
Zinkworks offers an immersive graduate program designed to equip you with the skills and experience you need to succeed in the fast-paced world of technology.
How the Program Works
- Team-Based Learning: For the first 3-6 months, graduates work collaboratively to master the skills needed for real-world projects.
- Hands-On Training: Gain experience in Java, Spring Boot, Docker, Kubernetes, and more through pair programming, team programming, and hands-on workshops.
- Skill Building: Learn effective teamwork, communication, and problem-solving through presentations and collaborative activities.
- Mentorship & Support: Each graduate is paired with an experienced engineer for guidance, and regular check-ins with managers ensure you’re on track.
- Zinkworks Initiatives: Graduates will have opportunities to avail of internal company initiatives such as leadership development programs, industry certifications and much more.
- Collaborative Environment: Build strong relationships with customers and team members while contributing to innovative solutions.
