Various opportunities across banking, oil and gas, engineering, healthcare, international organisations, graduate trainee programmes, and internships are currently open.
Here are vacancies with reported deadlines that have not yet passed. Please verify that each vacancy remains open before applying, because recruitment listings and deadlines can change.
1. Graduate Trainee Jobs in Nigeria
These opportunities are worth checking if you are a fresh graduate or have recently completed NYSC.
No. Job opportunity Location Reported deadline
1. FirstBank Technology Academy Programme 2026 Nigeria October 18, 2026
2. FCMB Early Career Technology Graduate Programme Nigeria Verify current listing
3. Nigerian Foundries Graduate Trainee Programme Lagos/Ogun October 20, 2026
4. Afrinvest Analyst Programme (TAAP 27) Lagos October 25, 2026
5. Emerson Graduate Sales Engineer Programme Lagos, hybrid No closing date specified
6. NOVA Bank Graduate Trainee Programme 2027 Nigeria October 19, 2026
Where to apply:
FirstBank: [FirstBank Careers](https://firstbankgroup.com/ng/home/careers/jobs) — its Technology Academy opportunity has a reported deadline of October 18. Submit promptly if eligible.
FCMB: [FCMB Careers](https://www.fcmbgroup.com/careers
Nigerian Foundries: Check the current listing on [Profolio Nigeria](https://www.profolio.ng/jobs/nigerian-foundries-limited/2026-graduate-trainee-program). The reported deadline is October 20.
Emerson: [Emerson Graduate Programme 2026](https://hdjq.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/26011975) — the vacancy is based in Lagos with a hybrid arrangement.
NOVA Bank: Check current graduate opportunities through [ScholarshipAir](https://www.scholarshipair.com/scholarships-by-type/graduates) and confirm the closing date before applying.
Important: Graduate programmes may require a minimum degree classification, age limit, completed NYSC, or a specific course of study.
2. UNICEF Jobs in Nigeria
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has advertised the following opportunities in Nigeria.
Position Location Application deadline
Financial System Strengthening Associate Consultant Kwara State October 21, 2026
People and Culture Associate Abuja October 22, 2026
Food Fortification and Iodine Nutrition Consultant Abuja, with travel October 25, 2026
These positions have different experience and qualification requirements. Some are consultancy opportunities, while others are staff appointments.
Apply: [UNICEF Official Recruitment Portal](https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/Search)
3. Mastercard Foundation Associates Programme 2026
Location: Nigeria and other participating African countries
Duration: 12 months
Reported deadline: October 21, 2026
The Mastercard Foundation Associates Programme offers eligible young graduates professional development, mentorship, and paid work-placement opportunities.
The current programme announcement includes Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone, and The Gambia.
Applicants are generally expected to be recent graduates with limited work experience. Check the eligibility conditions and application arrangements for Nigerian candidates before applying.
More information: [Mastercard Foundation official website](https://mastercardfdn.org)
4. Engineering and Manufacturing Jobs
Nigerian Foundries Limited — Graduate Trainees
Location: Lagos and Ogun State
Fields: Mechanical, electrical/electronics, chemical, metallurgical and materials engineering.
Experience: Fresh graduates or candidates with up to two years of experience.
Reported deadline: October 20, 2026.
The programme provides exposure to foundry operations, machining, fabrication, and engineering design. CAD skills are required for the advertised engineering roles.
Emerson Nigeria — Graduate Sales Engineer
Location: Lagos, hybrid
Qualification: Relevant engineering or scientific degree.
Experience: Zero to two years.
Age requirement: The listing states applicants must be no older than 26.
The role combines technical training, customer relations, sales support, and industrial automation. The official vacancy listing does not specify a closing date.
5. Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Jobs
TNL Pharmaceuticals has advertised vacancies across Abuja and Nasarawa State.
Position Location Reported deadline
Medical Sales Representative Trainee Abuja October 30, 2026
Production Pharmacist Nasarawa October 30, 2026
Superintendent Pharmacist Nasarawa October 30, 2026
Customer Service and Administration Officer Abuja October 19, 2026
Store Officer Nasarawa October 30, 2026
Qualifications differ by position. Pharmacist vacancies require relevant professional qualifications, while administrative and sales positions have their own requirements.
More information: [Hot Nigerian Jobs](https://www.hotnigerianjobs.com)
6. More Jobs Across Nigeria
You can find additional opportunities in sales, administration, finance, technology, customer service, and graduate recruitment through these job platforms.
Platform Types of jobs
[MyStudyPals](https://www.career.mystudypals.com)Internships, graduate trainee recruitment, Entry-level and professional vacancies
[MyJobMag](https://www.myjobmag.com) Graduate jobs, internships, banking, administration and professional vacancies
[JobNetwork Nigeria](https://jobnetworknigeria.com/job-category/graduate) Graduate trainee and entry-level jobs
[Hot Nigerian Jobs](https://www.hotnigerianjobs.com) Private-sector and public-sector vacancies
[Indeed Nigeria](https://ng.indeed.com) Jobs across different industries and locations
[LinkedIn Jobs](https://www.linkedin.com/jobs) Professional, graduate and remote opportunities
These platforms list vacancies from different employers. A listing appearing on a job board does not necessarily mean it is still open, so check the latest posting and employer’s recruitment instructions.
7. International Organisation Jobs in Nigeria
If you have relevant professional experience, consider vacancies with international organisations such as UNICEF, the International Organization for Migration, and the United Nations Development Programme.
Current listings include administrative, finance, procurement, project coordination, data, and consultancy roles. Some have deadlines between October 19 and October 26, 2026. Requirements vary considerably by position.
You can explore opportunities through:
[UNICEF Careers](https://jobs.unicef.org)
[International Organization for Migration Careers](https://www.iom.int/careers)
[United Nations Development Programme Careers](https://www.undp.org/careers)
Best Recommendation: Apply Before These Deadlines
If you are interested in opportunities with the nearest reported deadlines, prioritise checking:
1. FirstBank Technology Academy — October 18.
2. TNL Pharmaceuticals Customer Service and Administration Officer — October 19.
3. NOVA Bank Graduate Trainee Programme — October 19.
4. Nigerian Foundries Graduate Trainee Programme — October 20.
5. UNICEF Financial System Strengthening Associate Consultant — October 21.
6. Mastercard Foundation Associates Programme — October 21.
7. UNICEF People and Culture Associate — October 22.
These are reported closing dates, not a guarantee that applications remain open.
Recruitment safety tip: Never pay an individual to secure a job or guarantee an interview. Use the employer’s official recruitment portal whenever possible.