Internships & Scholarships
Find real-world experience and funding opportunities to support your academic and career journey. Explore opportunities tailored for Nigerian, international, and tech-focused students.
Google Software Engineering Internship 2026
Hands-on software development experience at Google. Open to undergraduates globally; 2026 summer roles now open or opening soon (e.g., PhD/Summer 2026 postings active).
Apply Now →Microsoft Explore Internship 2026
12-week summer program for first/second-year students in software engineering and related fields. Global university internships open for 2026 cycles.
Apply Now →Meta (Facebook) Engineering Internship 2026
Internships in software engineering, product, AI, and more. 2026 opportunities available globally, including generative AI roles.
Apply Now →Amazon Student Internships 2026
Rising seniors/recent grads in undergrad/master's/PhD for tech roles. Multiple 2026 openings; check for Future Engineer extensions.
Apply Now →UN Internship Programme
Ongoing global opportunities to contribute to UN goals. Rolling applications; open to students worldwide year-round.
Apply Now →Mastercard Foundation 2026 Internship Program
Paid 11-month internships for young professionals in Africa (start Jan 2026). Focus on leadership and development; highly relevant for Africans/Nigerians.
Apply Now →PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship 2026
Fully funded MSc/PhD in oil/gas/energy at UK, Germany, France, Malaysia. Covers tuition, allowances, insurance, flights. Deadline: February 27, 2026.
Apply Now →NNPC Limited/TotalEnergies International Scholarship 2026/2027
Fully funded international scholarships for Nigerian students in relevant fields. Deadline: January 31, 2026.
Apply Now →Shell Nigeria University Scholarship Scheme
Annual awards for 100-level students in Nigerian universities. N200,000 yearly stipend; check for 2026 cycle openings.
Apply Now →NLNG Scholarship Schemes (PPSS, UGSS, PGSS)
Support across levels; check portal for 2026 applications and deadlines.
Apply Now →Chevening Scholarships 2026/2027
Fully funded UK master's. Applications closed for 2026-2027 cycle (deadline was Oct 2025); monitor for next cycle updates. 85+ Nigerians awarded previously.
Apply Now →GREAT Scholarships 2026 – Nigeria
£10,000 tuition discount for Nigerian postgraduate students at UK universities (e.g., Southampton). 2026-27 cycle open/ongoing.
Apply Now →Erasmus Mundus Scholarship
Fully funded joint master's in Europe. Catalogue open; check specific program deadlines for 2026 intake (often Dec-Jan).
Apply Now →DAAD Scholarships (Germany)
Fully funded master's/PhD; stipends €850-€1,200+. Rolling/annual deadlines; check for 2026.
Apply Now →She Code Africa x Google x Coursera 2025
Fully funded 6-month tech programs for African women (AI, Cybersecurity, etc.). Deadline passed (Oct 2025); watch for 2026 edition.
Check Updates →Google Career Certificates Scholarships
Thousands of free/fully funded certificates in Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, UX, etc. Ongoing access in Africa.
Apply Now →Mastercard Foundation 2026 Innovation & Technology (ASU)
40 fully funded MS scholarships for Africans (18-33) in Tech/Engineering at Arizona State. Deadlines around Nov/Dec 2025 for 2026; check partner sites (some closed, others vary).
Apply Now →Asherkine Tech Scholarship 2026
Fully funded tuition + training/certificates in tech for Nigerians. Deadline: December 30, 2025 (ongoing into 2026 cycle).
Apply Now →Google PhD Fellowship Program
Support for PhD students in tech fields with Google mentorship. Annual cycles; apply for 2026.
Apply Now →Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2026
Fully funded master's in development-related fields at top universities worldwide. Open to Nigerians and other developing countries. Covers tuition, living stipend, travel, health insurance. Deadlines: Feb 27 / May 29, 2026 (annual cycle).
Apply Now →GREAT Scholarships 2026-2027 (UK) – Nigeria
£10,000+ tuition awards for Nigerian postgraduate students at various UK universities (e.g., Southampton, Manchester). One-year master's focus; citizenship and English requirements apply. 2026-27 cycle open/ongoing.
Apply Now →MEXT Scholarship (Japan) 2026
Fully funded for undergrad, master's, PhD, or research. Includes tuition, monthly stipend, airfare, language training. Applications via Japanese Embassy in Nigeria; 2026 cycle typically opens early year.
Apply Now →DAAD Scholarships (Germany) for Nigerians 2026
Multiple fully funded master's/PhD options with stipends (€850-€1,200/month), insurance, travel. Tailored programs for Africans/Nigerians; check database for 2026 deadlines (many rolling or Oct-Jan).
Apply Now →Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters (Europe) 2026 Intake
Fully funded master's across 2+ European countries. Covers tuition, travel, living allowance (€1,000+/month). Catalogue open; program-specific deadlines often Dec 2025–Feb/Mar 2026 for 2026 start.
Apply Now →Fulbright Foreign Student Program (USA) 2026-2027
Fully funded master's/PhD for Nigerians. Covers tuition, stipend, travel, insurance. Apply via U.S. Embassy in Nigeria; deadlines typically mid-2026 for next cycle (check local announcements).
Apply Now →Heirs Insurance Group Hackathon 2026 (Nigeria)
AI-focused hackathon for Nigerian university students. Develop innovative insurance/tech solutions. Total prize pool ₦9 million (9 winners). Deadline: February 16, 2026. Grand finale in April 2026.
Apply Now →Africa Digital ID Hackathon 2026
International/online hackathon on digital identity innovation for Africa. Open to college students (teams 2-5), ages 18+. Focus on inclusive solutions. Ongoing/entries into early 2026; check Devpost for updates.
Apply Now →Mauritius Digital Gateway to AfCFTA Hackathon 2026
Africa-focused (open to university students continent-wide, including Nigerians). Build open-source digital solutions for trade/logistics under AfCFTA. Deadline: January 15, 2026 (may have passed; check for extensions or next editions).
Check Updates →Cavista Technologies Hackathon 2026 (Nigeria)
Annual tech hackathon for Nigerian undergrads/innovators. In-person in Lagos (Feb 21-22, 2026). Focus on next-gen solutions; prizes and mentorship. Open for registrations early 2026.
Apply Now →Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme 2026
One of Africa's largest entrepreneurship initiatives. Provides US$5,000 non-refundable seed capital, 12 weeks of intensive online training, mentorship, and access to networks/investors. Open to early-stage African entrepreneurs (including Nigerians) with innovative business ideas across all sectors. Applications open: January 1 – March 1, 2026.
Apply Now →GrowthGia Business Grant II (Nigeria)
₦1,000,000 grant for Nigerian entrepreneurs building sustainable, scalable businesses. Focus on impact-driven startups/SMEs. Includes potential mentorship and growth support. Check for 2026 cohort openings (recent calls active).
Apply Now →WIDU.africa Grants for African Entrepreneurs
Grants up to €3,000 (recently increased) for micro/small businesses in Africa (including Nigeria). Non-repayable, with coaching and business development support. Focus on empowering entrepreneurs; rolling or periodic applications.
Apply Now →Bank of Industry (BOI) SME Grants & Loans
Federal support for Nigerian businesses via grants, low-interest loans, and interventions (e.g., for manufacturing, agro-processing, tech). Various programs like Youth Entrepreneurship Support (YES); check portal for 2026 cycles and eligibility.
Apply Now →Visa Foundation Everywhere Initiative (Africa Focus)
Grants and support for small businesses and entrepreneurs in Africa (including Nigeria) to drive inclusive growth, digital payments, and financial access. Part of broader funding lists for African startups in 2026; check for open calls.
Check Updates →NigComSat Accelerator Program Cohort (Nigeria)
Startup seed funding and accelerator for tech/innovation businesses in Nigeria. Includes grants, mentorship, and resources. Part of curated 2026 opportunities; apply via official RFAs.
Apply Now →AU-EU Youth Action Lab Cooperation Grants
€50,000 grants for youth-led (18–35) initiatives and businesses in Africa/EU partnerships. Focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, and impact. Deadline around February 2026 (check for exact 2026 cycle).
Apply Now →Federal Government SME Grants & Interventions 2026
Various portals for nano/SME grants/loans (e.g., ₦50,000–millions via PCGS, BOI-linked programs). Targets youth entrepreneurs; monitor federal grant portals for ongoing 2026 applications.
Apply Now →SATS PhD Scholarship & Internship 2026 (South African Theological Seminary)
Fully funded PhD scholarship plus research/teaching internship for emerging African theologians (including Nigerians) in Applied Theology or related fields. Focus on leadership development in African contexts. Open to Christian scholars; check for 2026 intake deadlines (typically early year applications).
Apply Now →UCEF Nigeria Scholarship Program
Financial support for disadvantaged Christian university students in Nigeria (focus on South-East/South-South regions, but open broadly). Covers tuition/maintenance for undergrad/postgrad in any field, including theology/religious studies. Ongoing applications; priority for faith-active students.
Apply Now →ELCA Global Mission International Scholarships
Fully funded advanced graduate programs (master's/PhD) in theology or church-related fields for international students (including Nigerians). Sponsored by Evangelical Lutheran Church in America; supports future church leaders. Applications typically annual; check for 2026 cycle via partners.
Apply Now →Muslim Scholarship Fund Nigeria (MSFN) 2025/2026
Support for Nigerian Muslim undergraduate students (extendable to religious/Islamic studies). Covers tuition and related costs; fully funded elements. Deadline passed for 2025 but monitor for 2026 renewal (often Jan/Feb openings). Faith-based aid for academic excellence.
Check Updates →Lamin Sanneh Research Grants (OMSC@PTS)
Up to $10,000 grants (over 2 years) for Christian scholars/researchers in world Christianity, mission, or theology. Open internationally (including Africans/Nigerians); supports PhD-level or independent research. Annual cycle; apply for 2026 research proposals.
Apply Now →KAICIID Nigeria Small Grants Scheme
Up to €4,000 grants for interreligious dialogue (IRD) projects/initiatives in Nigeria. Open to religious leaders, students, or faith-based groups promoting peace/coexistence (Christian-Muslim or multi-faith). Focus on community impact; periodic calls—check for 2026 openings.
Apply Now →Great Commission Movement of Nigeria (GCMN) Internships
6-month to 1-year faith-based internships for young Christians. Involves ministry, leadership training, evangelism, and service opportunities in Nigeria. Hands-on for theology/religious studies students; adventurous faith experience. Rolling or annual recruitment.
Apply Now →University of Groningen Talent Grants – Theology & Religious Studies
Partial to full funding for one-year Master's in Theology & Religious Studies at a top Dutch university. Open to international students (including Nigerians); merit-based for faith-related fields. 2026 intake deadlines typically early year—combine with other international scholarships.
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