The Federal Ministry of Works has announced an extension of its Call for Applications for the engagement of unemployed Graduate Engineers and Skilled Artisans across all Local Government Areas in Nigeria under the Ministry’s Capacity Building and On-Site Training Programme.
This initiative is a key intervention under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s technical workforce, empowering young Nigerians, and supporting the delivery of critical national infrastructure projects.
The programme provides hands-on training, mentorship, and project-based exposure by deploying selected participants to active Federal Ministry of Works construction sites across the country.
Why This Programme Matters
Nigeria’s infrastructure sector requires skilled local professionals who can deliver projects efficiently and sustainably. This programme addresses youth unemployment while building a strong pipeline of trained engineers and artisans equipped with modern construction skills.
By combining structured field training with real project involvement, the initiative enhances employability, promotes technology transfer, and strengthens national capacity for infrastructure delivery.
Programme Objectives
The programme seeks to equip young engineers and artisans with practical experience in modern construction methods, build a sustainable local talent pool for Nigeria’s infrastructure development, reduce youth unemployment through structured short-term engagement, and strengthen project delivery by integrating trained local support personnel into ongoing federal works.
ELIGIBILITY CATEGORIES
1. Graduate Engineers
Holders of: B.Eng/B.Tech. /HND in Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering.
2. Skilled Artisans with Technical Expertise
Like:
- Masonry
- Carpentry
- Steel Reinforcement Work
- Plumbing
- Welding & Fabrication
- Electrical Installation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Surveying Assistants
APPLICATION CRITERIA
a) Graduate Engineers
Applicants must:
1. Be Nigerian citizens between 18 and 35 years old.
2. Possess a degree or HND in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline from a recognized University.
3. Be currently unemployed and not engaged in government service, or any full-time employment.
4. Provide evidence of NYSC completion, exemption, or exclusion.
5. Reside in (or be willing to work within) any of the Local Government Areas where the Ministry has projects.
6. Demonstrate basic computer literacy. Familiarity with engineering software is an advantage (not mandatory).
7. Show willingness to participate fully in structured field training modules.
b) Skilled Artisans (Technical Category)
Applicants must:
1. Be Nigerian citizens aged 18 to 45.
2. Possess recognized vocational training, trade test certificates, or verifiable practicalexperience.
3. Be unemployed at the time of application.
4. Be physically fit for construction-related field work.
5. Be willing to undergo additional training, safety certification, and supervised project attachment
PROGRAMME FEATURES
- Temporary engagement with monthly stipends.
- Field mentorship under registered engineers and certified supervisors.
- Hands-on training at Federal construction project sites.
- Provision of basic safety gear (PPE).
- Certification upon successful completion of the programme.
Priority consideration for future government or contractor engagements.
Application Dealine 26 January 2026
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested applicants should submit the following through the Ministry’s official email:[email protected]
Graduate Engineers
- CV and academic credentials
- NYSC certificate (or exemption)
- Passport photograph
- Valid means of identification
- LGA of Origin Certificate
Artisans
- CV (or competency summary)
- Trade test certificate or proof of experience
- Passport photograph
- Valid means of identification
- LGA of Origin certificate
Apply Here: email: [email protected]