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STANBIC IBTC GRADUATE TRAINEE PROGRAMME

Application Deadline: 6 April 2026.

LOCATION: Nigeria

The Graduate Trainee Program of Stanbic IBTC Group has been designed to build capacity and create a sustainable pipeline in our group by developing young, talented, trained professionals for our future. It is an intensive program and a unique opportunity for young people who are resourceful and passionate about building a fast-tracked career and to help us drive our success into the future.

ELIGIBILITY:

A minimum of a Second Class Upper (or its equivalent) degree in any course from an accredited University.

A minimum of 5 credits (Mathematics and English inclusive) in GCE, NECO, or its equivalent.

Applicants should not be more than 26 years of age as at engagement.

Applicants must have concluded NYSC and must have a discharge certificate in hand.

Applicant’s Date of Birth, Gender and Class of degree must be clearly stated.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

Graduates Trainees will be required to work in varied work roles/locations and contexts with increasing levels of complexity.

Applicants must be passionate about building a career in Stanbic IBTC.

Graduate Trainees would be based in Lagos but may be deployed to any department and locations across the country.

Knowledge/Technical Skills/Expertise:

Conceptual, Innovative and Analytical

Customer-service oriented

Computer literacy is compulsory

Intermediate to expert competence in the use of MS Office Suite

Competencies:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Leadership skills and assertiveness

Self-motivated.

Integrity and honesty

Passionate about service

Application steps:

Step 1: Click Here to complete this form.

Step 2: Complete your application by applying via the Smart Recruiter Platform.

Kindly note that both steps must be completed to ensure successful submission. Applications close on 6 April of 2026.

Stanbic IBTC Digital Graduate Trainee Programme: Click Here to Apply

Stanbic IBTC Graduate Trainee Programme: Click Here to Apply

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UBC SCHMIDT SCIENCE FELLOWSHIPS

Application Deadline: Monday, April 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM PT

LOCATION: Canada

The Schmidt Science Fellows program provides the world’s best emerging scientists with new skills and perspectives to develop novel solutions to society’s challenges, become scientific and societal thought leaders, and accelerate ground-breaking discoveries. 

The program is looking for the brightest minds in the natural sciences, mathematics, engineering, and computing who are interested in broadening their horizons.

ELIGIBILITY:

Citizenship: Canadian, Permanent Resident, and International

Degree Level: Doctoral

In order to be eligible for nomination and potential selection as a Schmidt Science Fellow, candidates must meet the following requirements:

Must have completed, or expect to complete, all the requirements for the conferral of their UBC PhD, including a successful defense, between May 1, 2026, and June 30, 2027. Please note that prospective UBC students are not eligible for nomination.

Have conducted their graduate degree in the natural sciences (Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Earth Sciences), Engineering, Mathematics, or Computing—and all sub-disciplines therein

Be available for the entire period of the 2027 program, from July 2027 to September 2028, including attendance of the Global Meeting Series (whether virtual or in person, as conditions allow, and including additional virtual programming).

The Schmidt Science Fellows program is committed to equality of opportunity for all candidates. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, parental status, marital or civil partner status, race, color, ethnic or national origin, nationality, religion, or belief. 

Refer to the Schmidt Science Fellows webpage for eligibility FAQs.

Candidates to be Schmidt Science Fellows are expected to already have a strong track record of scientific achievement from their PhD studies, combined with a clear intellectual curiosity and desire to drive future discoveries.

They should have the commitment and character to engage with society and global challenges to make a lasting difference in the world. Fellows should have a collaborative spirit with the experience and desire to work with diverse teams and across scientific disciplines.

BENEFIT:

Value: $110,000 USD per year

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