Dangote Refinery Graduate Trainee Programme 2026 Opens for Nigerian Graduates
Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has officially opened applications for its 2026 Graduate Trainee Programme, giving young Nigerian graduates an opportunity to begin professional careers in one of Africa’s largest industrial projects.
The programme is designed for high-potential graduates interested in building careers in engineering, refinery operations, technical support, laboratory sciences, finance, information technology, business administration and other related sectors within the oil and gas industry.
According to the company, the 18-month programme will provide selected candidates with hands-on industrial training, practical refinery experience and mentorship from experienced professionals in the energy sector.
About Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals
Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals� is a subsidiary of the Dangote Group and operates the 650,000 barrels-per-day refinery located in the Lekki Free Zone.
The refinery is regarded as the world’s largest single-train refinery and was established to strengthen Nigeria’s local refining capacity, reduce fuel import dependence and support industrial growth across the country.
Since operations commenced, the refinery has remained one of Africa’s most significant energy projects due to its expected impact on fuel supply, foreign exchange savings, job creation and economic development.
The company stated that the Graduate Trainee Programme forms part of its long-term commitment to developing young African professionals for the energy and manufacturing industries.
About the 2026 Graduate Trainee Programme
The programme is designed to equip graduates with practical industry knowledge within a modern refinery and petrochemical environment.
Selected trainees will rotate across multiple operational units, gain technical experience, work alongside industry professionals and develop workplace skills needed for long-term career growth.
Trainees may work in the following areas:
- Refinery operations
- Production systems
- Engineering support
- Laboratory analysis
- Maintenance operations
- Corporate administration
- Finance and accounting
- Information technology
- Business support services
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants interested in the programme must meet the following conditions:
- Must possess a First Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND)
- Degree holders must have a minimum of Second Class Lower
- HND holders must possess Upper Credit
- Applicants must not be above 28 years old by May 31, 2026
- Eligible Courses and Disciplines
Technical Disciplines
Candidates with qualifications in the following fields can apply:
- Chemical Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Geological Sciences
- Laboratory Sciences
- Biochemistry
Engineering Disciplines
Eligible fields include:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Power Engineering
Support Disciplines
Applicants from the following areas are also eligible:
- Accounting and Finance
- Social Sciences
- Humanities
- Business Administration
- Law
- Information Technology
Benefits of the Programme
Successful participants are expected to benefit from:
- Hands-on industrial training
- Exposure to refinery and petrochemical operations
- Career mentorship opportunities
- Professional development
- Experience working in a global business environment
- Opportunities to learn from experienced industry experts
- Potential future career opportunities within the organisation
The programme is also expected to help young graduates develop technical, operational and leadership skills relevant to the oil and gas industry.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can submit their applications through the official application portal below:
Apply for Dangote Refinery Graduate Trainee Programme 2026
