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07/09/2026

MMD Construction Opens 2027 Student Placement Applications

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Civil engineering and main contracting firm MMD Construction has opened applications for its 2027 student placement and summer work programmes across engineering, construction management, and quantity surveying disciplines.

The announcement follows the completion of the firm's 2026 placement scheme, which saw third-level students integrated into live site and head office teams to gain practical experience in project delivery and cost management. Second-level students were also hosted across active construction sites for introductory industry exposure.

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Graduate & Student Development Initiatives

• Disciplines Covered: Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, and General Site Operations.

• Lean Construction Training: As part of the structured learning syllabus, students and current graduates completed a dedicated workshop covering Lean principles and the Last Planner System, combining classroom instruction with practical site implementation.

• Target Intake: Third-level undergraduates seeking formal college placements and second-level students seeking introductory summer roles.

Application Details

Applications for the 2027 intake across site and office-based roles are currently being accepted by the company's human resources department.

Prospective applicants and academic placement coordinators can submit expressions of interest or request application details directly by emailing [email protected].

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