Portlaoise woman combines passion for law and Irish language with TG4 internship

Portlaoise native, Sarah Bennett has advanced her digital media law career through a TG4 internship opportunity. Sarah has completed a rewarding internship with the Legal Department at TG4, combining her passions for law and the Irish language.

A former student of Gaelscoil Phortlaoise, she went on to earn a Bachelor of Civil Law and Business from the University of Galway before completing a Master’s in European Law at Utrecht University.

During her time abroad, Sarah contributed to the European Commission’s Influencer Legal Hub on potential consumer protection violations on social media, developing her interest for digital media law.

On her return, with a view to working in law through Irish, Sarah undertook Irish language classes with Gaelchultúr.
Sarah believes Irish is experiencing a renewed appreciation and credits TG4 for empowering speakers of all backgrounds, describing her internship as a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the language’s growing role in modern society.

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Sarah says, “We are at a really important time when it comes to the Irish language. Recent history has evidenced a growing sense of appreciation for the language.”

 “TG4 has been instrumental in providing a platform which empowers non-native Irish speakers like me to engage with the language daily. TG4 has invariably challenged the status quo, allowing Irish to exist as a living language.

"It is such a phenomenal hour to work in TG4, I have been welcomed with patience and encouragement. Compassion and understanding builds community; language plays a fundamental role in fostering these communities," added the Laois woman.

"I am immensely grateful to be part of a wider movement of change and growing enthusiasm for the Irish language.

Since 2018 TG4 has invited applications from third level graduates, or newcomers to the industry, to participate in a year-long work experience internship programme with the Irish language station.

Internships within TG4 offer valuable hands-on experience across a range of media roles, particularly for those with strong Irish language skills.

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Opportunities include placements in areas such as social media, production, and sports broadcasting, where interns contribute to content creation, live event coverage, and digital engagement.

Interns can gain experience across a variety of departments, including BLOC, MOLSCÉAL, Spórt TG4, Foghlaim TG4, as well as in graphic design and editing.

TG4 is currently seeking new interns in these areas, providing an exciting opportunity for individuals to develop practical skills in a dynamic, Irish-language media environment while building a strong foundation for a career in broadcasting.

If you’re interested in becoming part of the next group of TG4 interns, please send your CV with a cover letter to cv@tg4.ie Closing date for applications is Sunday the 12th of April.