IFI Volunteer

The IFI is currently seeking volunteer applications for 2026/2027, to assist with festival, events & general administrative support across our public programme of events.


About the IFI

The Irish Film Institute is Ireland’s national cultural institution for film. At the IFI’s historic home in Eustace Street, Temple Bar, our diverse audiences, and loyal members enjoy our 3 cinemas, IFI Irish Film Archive’s research and access facilities, IFI Film Shop and IFI Café Bar; and our four digital streaming platforms, IFI@Home, IFI Archive Player, IFI@Schools and IFI International. The IFI has developed strategic objectives around three core activities:

  • EXHIBIT: Providing audiences throughout Ireland with access to the finest independent, Irish, and international cinema.

  • PRESERVE: Preserving and promoting Ireland’s moving image heritage through the IFI Irish Film Archive

  • EDUCATE: Providing opportunities for audiences of all ages and backgrounds to learn and critically engage with film through IFI Education

Being part of the IFI means an opportunity to be dynamic, creative, and part of a community that is passionate about what they do and values mutual trust and respect. Our values reflect what is important to us at the IFI. They guide our efforts, define our culture, and shape the way we approach our core activities – Exhibit, Preserve and Educate.


How to Apply

If you are interested in volunteering with IFI, please read through our Volunteer policy, available here, and complete the application form on this page. Please note applicants must be 18+ to apply.

There is currently no closing date for volunteer applications, and applications will be reviewed as they come through. A member of our team will be in touch regarding the status of your application in the coming weeks.


All applications will be treated as strictly confidential. The IFI is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we welcome applications from all communities. Should you require assistance in any part of your application process, please do not hesitate to get in touch, and all reasonable efforts will be made to facilitate your application journey.

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I confirm that I have read the IFI’s volunteer policy, available at ifi.e/volunteer and linked in the role description.
I understand that this is not a paid position and that if successful, I am not covered under IFI standard employee policies & benefits.
What days and times are you available to volunteer with the IFI?