Project Manager, Channel Store Operations - Cork Graduate Programme 2027

Apple

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About The Position

Apple is seeking a Graduate Project Manager to support operational work streams across Wallet and Payment programs. The team manages operational support for Wallet and Payment products, aiming for quality execution and best-in-class deployment across third-party channels. The role offers exposure to launching and sustaining these products globally and to developing a strong focus on customer experience.

The position involves contributing to the design, management, and execution of key projects and initiatives; supporting project activities; working cross-functionally with internal partners; and helping maintain program health and operational excellence. The successful candidate will evaluate business processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and take ownership of risks or bottlenecks by initiating and implementing corrective actions. The program is intended for recent graduates (summer 2026) or final-year students graduating in summer 2027 who are based in Ireland, ideally Cork. The 23-month contract is scheduled to start on a negotiable date between June and mid-August 2027. Applications close at 6 p.m. UK time on October 30, 2026.

Requirements

• A minimum 2:1 honours degree (Level 8) in BIS, BComm, Commerce, or a similar qualification.
• Must be a recent graduate from summer 2026 or a final-year student graduating in summer 2027.
• Must be based in Ireland; Cork is preferred.
• Strong business acumen.
• High integrity, a strong focus on customer experience, and a sense of urgency in getting things done.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to foster trust and build strong business relationships.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and an interest in partner programs and channel management.
• Attention to detail and a low tolerance for errors.
• Flexibility, an open working style, and the ability to establish trust and credibility quickly.
• Understanding of project management methods and tools, including agile and waterfall.

Nice To Haves

• Graduates of BIS, BComm, Commerce, or similar fields are of particular interest.
• Passion and experience in crafting exceptional customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, management, and execution of key projects and initiatives.
• Support project activities and operational work streams across programs.
• Work cross-functionally with internal partners and build meaningful, long-lasting relationships.
• Identify risks and bottlenecks, take ownership of resolving them, and initiate and implement corrective actions.
• Evaluate current business processes and identify opportunities to improve them.
• Use data, key performance indicators, and financial reports to identify and articulate business needs requiring creative problem-solving.
• Help ensure customer experiences exceed expectations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level