Seplat Energy Plc has announced the start of applications for its 2026 Technical Graduate Trainee Programme, which is aimed at young Nigerian graduates in engineering and science-related fields.
The company, which is recognized as a leading independent energy firm in Nigeria, stated that the project is part of its long-term plan to develop a solid pipeline of technical talent throughout its operations in exploration, production, processing, and energy infrastructure.
According to Seplat Energy, the program is designed to attract early-career workers with strong technical skills and develop them into industry-ready specialists.
Seplat Energy Graduate Trainee Programme 2026 Overview
The Technical Graduate Trainee Programme is intended to provide a high-impact growth pathway that blends practical and theoretical learning. Participants will be exposed to real-time operational scenarios while developing basic competencies necessary for the energy business.
Key components are:
- Practical, on-the-job technical experience
- Structured technical training and engineering learning paths.
- Experience in live operating and project situations.
- The corporation stated that trainees will gain engineering problem-solving talents, technical understanding, and professional skills necessary to advance to demanding roles within its operations.
- Participants will also collaborate directly with experienced professionals, getting access to industry-standard tools and processes while laying the groundwork for long-term career development.
Seplat Energy Graduate Trainee Programme 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Interested applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a comparable science discipline (Second Class Upper, 2.1 Division).
- Solid academic and technical basis.
- Completion of NYSC with a valid discharge certificate or an exemption letter.
Candidates who meet these requirements will be considered for positions in Seplat Energy’s technical workforce development pipeline.
Skills and Competencies
Seplat Energy has indicated that they are primarily seeking people who demonstrate:
- Strong technical fundamentals.
- Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Desire to learn in a fast-paced atmosphere.
- Dedicated to safety, quality, and continuous progress.
- Effective communication (verbal and written)
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- High level of curiosity and learning agility.
- Excellent functional knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
- Digital awareness and openness to new technology.
- Proactive approach and capacity to take ownership.
The company stressed that successful candidates must be versatile and prepared to work in a technically difficult and changing industry.
Application Deadline
Applications are only open for a short time, so we strongly suggest you submit your application early.
- Deadline: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Application Process
Applications are presently open, and interested candidates must complete their submissions online.
Seplat Energy asked applicants to carefully follow all instructions throughout the application process, stating that only shortlisted individuals would be contacted.
Interested applicants should apply here: https://bit.ly/2026SeplatGTScheme.
