Application Deadline: September 4th, 2026
Applications are now open for the 2026 Heirs Holdings Graduate Trainee Programme. The Heirs Holdings Graduate Trainee Programme is a six-month talent development programme designed to equip young professionals with the knowledge, skills and practical experience to build successful careers within Africa’s private sector.
Driven by Heirs Academy, the Corporate University of Heirs Holdings, the programme combines a four-week Group Foundation Bootcamp with a five-month in-company deployment, giving the HH Graduate Trainees a strong foundation in business fundamentals alongside hands-on experience across the Group’s portfolio companies.
Upon successful completion of the programme, high-performing trainees are placed within the Heirs Holdings Group, providing an opportunity to begin their careers within a leading pan-African investment group.
Program Details
- The programme begins with an intensive Group Foundation Bootcamp. During this phase, trainees are immersed in the values, culture and strategic priorities of Heirs Holdings, while developing a strong foundation for their professional journey.
Requirements
- Hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with a Second Class Lower (2:2) from an accredited Nigerian or international university.
- Have completed the NYSC programme.
- Have no more than two years of post-NYSC professional experience.
- Are 27 years old or younger at the time of application.
- Minimum of a Second Class Lower (2:2)
- Must have completed the NYSC
- Maximum age of 27 at the time of application
Benefits
- The programme provides opportunities for career growth, leadership development, mentorship, practical work experience and cross functional collaboration, while exposing participants to the values and culture of Heirs Holdings.
- The programme combines intensive foundation training with real world experience. Through mentorship, cross functional collaboration, leadership development and exposure to a performance driven environment, trainees are equipped to become impactful professionals.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Heirs Holdings Graduate Trainee Programme
