Visiting University of Galway Careers Development Centre

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Guide for Making the Most of your time on campus

Step 1: Preparation Before the Event

1. Advertise Your Roles on Careers Connect, for FREE

• On CONNECT, upload your graduate programmes, internships, and other vacancies.
• Include job descriptions, application details, and clear deadlines.
• Mention you will be available on-site for information on the day for increased visibility to students.

Step 2: After the Event

By following these steps, you’ll enhance your graduate talent pipeline and ensure strong visibility among the University of Galway’s top students.

For any questions or support, please contact employers@universityofgalway.ie.

Parking at the Event

Parking Disclaimer

The University of Galway Career Development Centre would like to remind all attendees that we are unable to cover any clamping fines incurred. Please ensure you park responsibly and adhere to the parking regulations on campus.

Parking Permit at the University of Galway Campus:

• Each exhibitor may use up to two permits (one vehicle per permit) per organisation.
• Digital permit linked to your vehicle registration; valid only in the Park & Ride Car Park on the event day. No printout needed.
• Registration opens 24 hours before the event — apply within that window.
• A permit does not reserve or guarantee a space. Parking is strictly first-come, first-served; we do not hold spaces.
• Park in white-line bays only; campus parking rules apply.
• Due to limited parking, please arrive before 08:30 where possible.
• If Park & Ride is full, please use public transport or city parking (at your own cost).
• Google Maps:  Park & Ride.
• Accessibility: If you need reasonable accommodation for parking, contact employers@universityofgalway.ie in advance.

Follow these 5 simple steps to secure your digital parking permit for this event: 

• Step 1: Create a Personal Account on the University's parking website (using the vehicle registration number of the car you will be using on the day of the event) https://nuig.apcoa.ie/app/create-account/
• Step 2: Log in to your Apcoa account (using your chosen username and password).
• Step 3: Select and apply for the relevant University of Galway conference permit here 'Graduate Jobs Fair 2025'.
• Step 4: Park in the white-lined parking spaces only in the Park & Ride between the hours 08:30-17:30. Reference location 42 on our campus parking map for directions to this carpark. 
• Step 5: Use the Park & Ride Bus Service to the Orbsen Building. Our event team will be on hand at the end of the bus route to assist you on the day. See the bus timetable here.

Alternative parking if no parking spaces in the park & ride

• Insight Centre for Data Analytics parking in front of this building - 2 mins walk to the park and ride

• Dangan Parking beside the hockey pitch
• University of Galway Sports Pavilion
• Maryville house near the running track.

 We recommend walking (10 minutes) to the park and ride bus stop

Pay & Display at the University of Galway Campus 

Exhibitors can also use Pay & Display spaces (if available), which are located in all Car Parks on campus – you will need to park in spaces marked with blue lines and purchase a Pay & Display disc via the Apcoa Parking website or by downloading the app – apcoaconnect – to pay by phone. Parking map available here. Please be aware that clamping is in operation on University Grounds.

Alternative City Parking (public parking)

— Galway Cathedral

• Open 24 hours in the Cathedral grounds.
• Pay-per-hour Monday–Saturday; free on Sundays.
• Attendant on duty Monday–Saturday, 08:30–18:45.

Galway City Council also operates a pay-per-day car park in Cathedral Square (immediately south of the Cathedral).

• Using the Galway City Parking app, select “Cathedral – GCTH” (currently €6.50/day; rates subject to change—please check the app).
• This is a public facility and separate from the University Park & Ride (University permits not valid here). Please follow on-site signage and local parking regulations.
• Maps: Galway Cathedral location | Cathedral Square Car Park

— Galway Dyke Road (beside the Black Box Theatre) - 16 mins walk from the Bailey Allen Hall

• Using the Galway City Parking app, select “Dyke Road GDRC” (currently €6.50/day; rates subject to change—please check the app).
• This is a public facility and separate from the University Park & Ride (University permits not valid here). Please follow on-site signage and local parking regulations.
• Maps: Dyke Road car park

Getting to the Event

Use the following links to get directions to the CDC and locations on campus

Google map links

Park and Ride

Careers Development Centre

Galway Catherdal parking

The University Campus map shows all the buildings on the campus

University of Galway Guest WIFI

To access Wifi at the event please click Here and follow the instructions on this website.

Non-EEA Student Immigration Permission Information for Employers

For a comprehensive guide for employers hiring non-EEA students in Ireland click Here