SEO Africa has opened applications for its Graduate Trainee Programme for Nigerian graduates who are looking to build strong careers in the finance and investment sector.
The Nigeria Career Programme is designed for recent graduates, specifically those who graduated within the past two years and have completed or will soon complete their National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in the year applications are open. The programme targets young Nigerians who are motivated, ambitious, and eager to begin a structured professional journey in Finance and related corporate fields.
About the Trainee Programme
Selected candidates will undergo intensive, world-class training that is carefully designed to prepare them for the realities of today’s corporate environment. The training equips participants with a blend of technical expertise and essential soft skills required to succeed in competitive workplaces.
As part of the programme structure:
- Participants are taken through a rigorous recruitment and selection process
- Candidates are assessed based on ability, motivation, and leadership potential
- Only top-performing university graduates are selected
- Training covers both practical and professional development areas
Upon successful completion of the training phase, participants are placed as Graduate Trainees in leading firms across Nigeria, giving them direct exposure to real-world corporate experience.
Some partner companies involved in the Nigeria Career Programme include Argentil, RMB, Kuramo Capital, UAC, FCMB, Constant Capital, and other reputable firms within Nigeria’s financial and corporate ecosystem.
The Process
Applicants go through a competitive and structured selection process aimed at identifying individuals with strong academic backgrounds and leadership promise.
The programme combines classroom-style learning, practical exposure, and mentorship, ensuring participants are well-prepared before entering their host organizations.
What the Programme Offers
The Graduate Trainee Programme is ideal if:
- You are a driven student or recent graduate seeking real-world skills and mentorship
- You want access to career opportunities within top Nigerian firms
- You aim to make a meaningful impact in your community as a socially conscious leader
- You are looking for exposure to global-standard companies and practices
- You value networking with high-performing peers and experienced professionals
- You are ready to challenge yourself and invest in personal and professional growth
- You want to be part of a pan-African movement shaping future leadership and innovation
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a recent graduate within the past two years (2024–2025)
- Must have completed NYSC by June 2026
- Must hold a First Class or Second Class Upper degree
- Must demonstrate a clear interest in Finance
- Must be a Nigerian university graduate with a minimum of Second Class Upper certificate
- Must be motivated to make a meaningful and uncommon impact in their community
The process includes:
- Screening of applications based on eligibility criteria
- Assessment of candidates’ skills, motivation, and leadership capacity
- Enrollment of successful candidates into intensive training
- Placement of trainees with partner firms after training
Application Timeline
- Applications Open: January 13, 2026
- Application Deadline: February 8, 2026
How to Apply
Interested applicants should visit the official application form and submit their applications online.
Link to apply: APPLY HERE
