Diageo Nigeria has launched the 2025 edition of its “Learning for Life” (L4L) Hospitality Programme in collaboration with the Lagos State Government to empower young Nigerians through practical training and life-changing opportunities.
The initiative aims to equip over 250 youths with hospitality industry-standard skills and essential life skills that improve employability and career success.
Applications are now open for this fully structured skills acquisition programme which is specifically targeted at Nigerian youths interested in the hospitality sector.
The program runs in four phases, beginning with a five-day face-to-face training, followed by an 11-week internship placement in hospitality and tourism businesses across Lagos. This will be complemented by a series of online courses provided by the Diageo Bar Academy.
A few outstanding participants may eventually land employment opportunities.
According to Diageo, “This is a perfect opportunity to get trained and acquire life skills that will prepare you for success in this career. Even better, you will gain hands-on internship experience and many more benefits.”
Programs highlight:
i. Hospitality Business Essentials
ii. Communication & Team Work
iii. Career Readiness
iv. Bar Skills
v. Confidence and Assertiveness
vi. Budgeting
vii. Dealing with Sexual Harassment
viii. Gender & Disability Inclusiveness
ix. Sustainability
x. Etc
The programme will also allow participants to work with top hospitality companies in Lagos, giving them real-world experience.
Some participants who perform exceptionally well may be offered job placements at the end of the internship.
Benefits:
i. Hands-on hospitality industry standard training from professionals in the sector.
ii. Gain life skills that will prepare you for success in your career path.
iii. Stipends to cover your transportation for the duration of the program.
iv. Boost your CV and gain valuable work experience with hands-on job internship.
v. Potential employment offer for a few dedicated participants.
Eligibility:
i. Youths between the ages of 18 – 27 years
ii. People living in Lagos state or people who can stay in Lagos for the duration of the program
iii. Minimum of SSCE
iv. Interested in pursuing a career in the hospitality sector
v. Women and people living with disability are encouraged to participate
Application opens on 14th July 2025 and closes on 28th July 2025. The face-to-face training runs from 11th to 15th August, followed by the online course from 16th to 24th August. Internship placement starts on 1st September and ends on 17th November.
How to apply:
To apply, interested candidates should complete the registration form Here.