MTN Global Graduate Development Programme – Nigeria 2027 has officially kicked off, and they are excited to meet graduates who have ambition, drive, and ideas to join the MTN family. So if this sounds like an opportunity fit for you, then apply today!
Application Deadline:
- 6 November 2026 (Note: Urgent application window; closes within days of kickoff).
Tell Me About The Program:
The MTN Global Graduate Development Programme is a prestigious, fast-track corporate graduate development initiative designed to identify, nurture, and accelerate top-tier emerging talent across MTN’s footprint in Africa and the Middle East. The program combines formal structured training through the MTN Academy—including learning modules across regional hubs in Southern, Northern, and Western Africa—with full-time employment, executive mentorship, local job rotations, and cross-functional placements at MTN Nigeria.
Which Fields are Eligible:
- All Major Academic Disciplines (including Telecommunications, Engineering, Computer Science, Data & IT, Digital Marketing, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, and Social Sciences).
Type:
Full-Time Employment, Corporate Graduate Trainee Programme & Leadership Acceleration
Who can Apply:
- Nationality & Citizenship: Must be a citizen of Nigeria.
- Academic Standing: Must have graduated with a minimum grade of Second Class Upper Division (2:1) for Bachelor’s degree holders or Upper Credit for Higher National Diploma (HND) holders.
- Graduation Timeline: Must have graduated no earlier than 2024 (2024 to 2026 graduates).
- NYSC Status: Must have fully completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program by September 2026 and possess a valid NYSC Discharge Certificate.
- Language & Travel Requirements: Must be fluent in English and possess a valid International Passport.
Key Technical & Behavioral Competencies:
- Technical Skills: Business & Partnership Development, Digital Marketing, Technology Security awareness, Research abilities, intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and familiarity with UI/UX or Web/App development.
- Core Values & Obsessions: Lead with Care, Can-do with integrity, Collaborate with Agility, Serve with Respect, Act with Inclusion.
How are Applicants Selected:
Selections are managed via a multi-stage recruitment process including online profile screening on the Leaply recruitment engine, aptitude/cognitive assessments, digital video interviews, and final executive assessment centers.
Which Countries Are Eligible:
Nigeria (Open strictly to qualified Nigerian citizens for the Nigeria cohort).
Where will the Program be Taken:
- Workplace Placement: MTN Nigeria (Head Office in Lagos and regional operational offices nationwide).
- Formal Training Hubs: MTN Academy Regional Learning Centres across Western, Southern, and Northern Africa.
How Many Fellows / Grantees:
Highly selective cohort (5 Positions available for the Nigeria intake).
What is the Benefit of the Program:
- Full Employment: Placement into a strategically aligned full-time role within MTN Nigeria.
- Competitive Compensation: Market-leading graduate salary and full corporate employee benefits package.
- International Opportunities: International exchange and secondment opportunities across MTN’s global footprint.
- Leadership Mentorship: Structured coaching, rotation cycles, and direct interactions with senior executive committees.
- Professional Development: Blended learning modules at the MTN Academy and sponsored certifications.
How Long Will it Last:
Multi-year structured graduate development program transitioning directly into standard ongoing employment.
How to Apply:
- Navigate to the official MTN/Leaply application portal at Leaply MTN Opportunities Portal.
- Create or update your Leaply Profile, ensuring all personal, academic (CGPA/Division), and NYSC details are accurately entered.
- Upload supporting documentation, including your CV/Resume, NYSC Certificate, Degree Certificate/Statement of Result, and International Passport data page.
- Submit your application online before the deadline on 6 November 2026.
