Nigeria’s growing push for clean energy has opened a new pathway for young women seeking careers in science and technology.
- Nigeria’s growing push for clean energy has opened a new pathway for young women seeking careers in science and technology.
- Sustainable Energy for All, widely known as SEforALL, has launched applications for its 2026 Women in STEM Traineeship Programme for...
- Participants will work alongside government agencies and project partners while supporting activities tied to Nigeria’s energy transition agenda.
- The organisation reports that women account for just 22 per cent of the traditional global energy workforce despite representing a...
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Sustainable Energy for All, widely known as SEforALL, has launched applications for its 2026 Women in STEM Traineeship Programme for Nigerian graduates.
The six-month programme targets women aged 18 to 35 who are either studying STEM-related courses or have graduated within the past three years. Successful applicants will receive technical training, professional mentoring, and practical experience in renewable energy and climate finance projects across Nigeria.
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SEforALL said the traineeship will focus on clean energy implementation, sustainable finance, energy policy, and project operations linked to Sustainable Development Goal 7, which aims to ensure universal access to affordable and clean energy. Participants will work alongside government agencies and project partners while supporting activities tied to Nigeria’s energy transition agenda.
Focus on Skills and Practical Experience
The programme combines virtual learning with hands-on field activities. Trainees will receive lessons in communication, career development, stakeholder engagement, and technical energy operations. They will also assist with project coordination, energy audits, site assessments, and climate finance research.
According to SEforALL, the initiative seeks to increase women’s participation in an energy sector that remains largely male-dominated. The organisation reports that women account for just 22 per cent of the traditional global energy workforce despite representing a much larger share of the labour market.
Participants will also gain exposure to financial modelling, project bankability assessments, and renewable energy financing structures. The programme includes training on data analysis, monitoring systems, and market research tied to climate finance trends.
Building Nigeria’s Energy Workforce
SEforALL has expanded the traineeship across several countries, including Sierra Leone, Ghana, Kenya, and Panama. The organisation says that previous cohorts have contributed to solar installation projects and healthcare electrification programmes and that some trainees later secured roles in the energy sector.
The organisation is led by Nigerian energy expert Damilola Ogunbiyi, who has spearheaded initiatives to expand energy access and strengthen climate action in developing economies. Under her leadership, SEforALL has partnered with governments and financial institutions to advance clean energy investment globally.
Application Deadline Nears
Applicants must have backgrounds in fields such as engineering, renewable energy, sciences, geographic information systems, data science, or related disciplines. Previous work experience is not compulsory, although experience in energy, communications, engineering, or finance may offer an advantage.
The application deadline is June 12, 2026. Selected trainees are expected to participate in daily programme activities, field visits, and supplementary training sessions throughout the six-month cycle.