Hugh Lane Gallery: Transition Year Work Experience 2027
A collaborative fabric piece was made by the TY students during art workshops led by artist Michelle Hall in the Hugh Lane's art room in Sean O'Casey community centre and displayed as part of the students' curated exhibition at Sean O'Casey community centre.
Applications For Transition Year Work Experience at Hugh Lane Gallery Now Open
This placement offers transition year students the opportunity gain an insight into the operations of the gallery.
This opportunity is perfect for TY students who are curious and have an enthusiasm for creatively exploring the Hugh Lane Gallery.
Students will be asked to participate, actively contribute to discussions and complete assignments.
Deadline for applications
Monday 16 November 2026
Placement Dates
Placements will take place:
Tuesday 2 February – Friday 12 February 2027 (excl. Sat/Sun/Mon), 10am-2.30pm
Wednesdays 24 February, 3 March and 10 March 2027, 2-4pm
Location
The 2027 TY programme will take place in the Sean O’Casey Community Centre, Dublin 3 and locations around the city as part of their offsite education programmes as the Gallery will be closed for a planned refurbishment.
Find out more and apply here – hughlane.ie/explore_learn/transition-year-programme/
See the zine created as part of the 2026 TY course here – hughlane.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/TY-Zine.pdf
Other Transition Year Opportunities
Please see The National Gallery transition year opportunity here – artsineducation.ie/en/2026/08/25/national-gallery-of-ireland-transition-year-youth-work-experience-2026-2027/
Please see The National Museum of Ireland transition year opportunity here – artsineducation.ie/en/2026/09/22/national-museum-transition-year/