Application Deadline: 31st December 2023
LOCATION: Nigeria
The Nigerian Federal Ministry of Environment in collaboration with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is implementing the Charity Kpabep Scholarship programme for female engineers and technicians in Nigeria. It is intended to develop the potential of female technicians and engineers, and to create a group of experts and policymakers advocating for women employed in the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) manufacturing sector in Nigeria.
ELIGIBILITY:
Identify as a woman
Be a Nigerian
Be below 35 years at the time of application
Currently enrolled in an accredited University, Polytechnic, or post secondary institution based in Nigeria.
Currently enrolled in a FULL TIME Certificate, Diploma, Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral degree programme in Engineering sciences and Technology, or related
Applicants must be within the final two years of study
There is no minimum GPA requirement, however, candidates must maintain an good academic record.
Have a record of leadership and engagement in extracurricular activities
Commit to attending all scholarship engagement events, workshops, and trainings
Commit to completing an internship in a relevant company, organisation or institution within the period of the scholarship
Commit to writing quarterly progress reports, and an internship report
BENEFIT:
A one-time maximum award of USD4000 (Paid in tranches to candidate’s institution and contingent on the successful completion of a training and internship on Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC))
A possible training on Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC)
A possible 1 – 3 months Internship with a company focused on Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC)
Free collegiate membership with the Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
Access to mentors in the engineering field
