Internships
We are offering 3 different types of internship opportunities for 2022. This is aimed at students who have previous experience (minimum 4 weeks field and / or lab experience ). Minimum duration of internship courses is 6 weeks.
| ID | Course Description | Duration | Start Date | Pre-requisites |
| BF Intern 1* | Excavation internship. Participant will be assigned to one of the senior site personnel and will work under their direction to assist them in the field. | 6 – 12 weeks | May 2nd – August 26th 2022 | 4 weeks field and / or lab experience |
| BF Intern 2* | Post-excavation internship. Participant will be assigned to work with the post-excavation director, and will work under their direction to assist in the site lab. | 6 – 12 weeks | May 2nd – August 26th 2022 | 4 weeks field and / or lab experience |
| BF Intern 3* | Community Intern. The participant will assist the project staff with the community outreach program. | 6 – 12 weeks | May 2nd – August 26th 2022 | Familiarity with Heritage/Archaeology project, social media skills, communication skills and interests. |
*Anyone who wishes to combine all three aspects of the work in one internship may do so on application and subject to a minimum length of stay.
“Best experience of my life! Enjoyed every moment at the Blackfriary! Amazing and phenomenal staff!!” Leah Vanderbush Intern 2017
“I owe a large part of my career and many of my friends to my visits to the Blackfriary!” Kirsten Morrison Student/Intern 2010-2015
Internship Course Fees
These fees include tuition, accommodation and field trips. International transfers and travel are not included.
| ID | Programme | Course Dates | Cost |
| BF Intern 1* | Excavation internship / work placement, minimum 6 weeks duration. | May 2nd – August 26th 2022 | €3360 for 6 weeks; €375 per week for each additional week |
| BF Intern 2* | Post-excavation internship / work placement, minimum 6 weeks duration. | May 2nd – August 26th 2022 | €3360 for 6 weeks; €375 per week for each additional week |
| BF Intern 3* | Community Internship / work placement, minimum 6 weeks duration. | May 2nd – August 26th 2022 | €3360 for 6 weeks; €375 per week for each additional week |
How to Apply
Download an application form here: BAFS Intern Application Form and send your completed form along with two letters of recommendation to info@bafs.ie.
Contact us for more information at info@bafs.ie
