SEforALL Women in STEM Traineeship 2026 Opens Applications for Nigerian Women Graduates
The Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) Women in STEM Traineeship 2026 is now accepting applications from eligible Nigerian women graduates and students interested in building careers in clean energy, climate finance, and sustainable development.
The six-month programme offers hands-on technical training, professional development opportunities, and practical experience working alongside government officials and project partners. The initiative aims to strengthen women’s participation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) while supporting efforts to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG 7), which focuses on access to affordable and clean energy.
What the SEforALL Women in STEM Traineeship 2026 Offers
Selected participants will receive practical exposure to the energy sector through a combination of virtual learning and project-based training.
The programme includes:
- Professional development and soft skills training
- Technical training in clean energy and climate finance
- Hands-on project experience with industry stakeholders
- Exposure to energy policy and sustainable development initiatives
- Mentorship and career development support
- Experience working with government agencies and project partners
Participants will gain insights into how sustainable energy projects are developed, financed, and implemented.
Training Areas
The traineeship covers a wide range of technical and professional topics, including:
- Renewable energy and sustainable energy implementation
- Climate finance and energy project funding
- Financial modelling and viability analysis
- Energy audits and site assessments
- Data collection and market research
- Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting
- Stakeholder engagement and policy advocacy
- Communications and social media management
Trainees will also learn about financing mechanisms that support clean energy projects and help drive energy access initiatives.
Eligibility Requirements
The programme is open exclusively to women between the ages of 18 and 35 who reside in Nigeria.
Applicants must:
- Be enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programme in a STEM-related field, or
- Have graduated from a STEM programme within the last three years
Eligible fields include:
- Engineering
- Renewable Energy
- Data Science
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Physical and Applied Sciences
- Other related STEM disciplines
Previous work experience is not required.
However, experience in energy, engineering, finance, communications, or related sectors may provide an added advantage during the selection process.
Key Responsibilities
Successful applicants will support various project activities, including:
Technical Support and Operations
- Assist with energy project implementation
- Participate in site visits and energy assessments
- Support project coordination activities
Climate Finance and Financial Platforms
- Validate project data and financing information
- Assist with training materials and knowledge-sharing resources
- Support financial modelling and project bankability analysis
Monitoring and Research
- Conduct market research on climate finance trends
- Support data analysis and project reporting
- Monitor project performance and user feedback
Policy and Advocacy
- Contribute to sustainable energy finance initiatives
- Participate in stakeholder engagement activities
- Support advocacy campaigns related to clean energy
Communications and Social Media
- Create digital content for project visibility
- Support social media campaigns and outreach efforts
- Promote sustainable energy initiatives online
Why the Programme Matters
The transition to clean energy is creating new opportunities for skilled professionals across Africa. Programmes such as the SEforALL Women in STEM Traineeship 2026 help address gender gaps in STEM fields while preparing young women for careers in energy, sustainability, climate finance, and digital innovation.
By combining technical knowledge with practical experience, the initiative seeks to build a stronger pipeline of female professionals capable of contributing to Nigeria’s energy transition and broader economic development goals.
Application Deadline
June 12, 2026
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply through the official SEforALL application portal.
Source: Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL)
