Energy
Pioneers Program
About The Internship
The AEC Energy Pioneers Program bridges the gap between academia and the workplace, while providing opportunities for Africans to gain practical skills.
The Internship Program will facilitate the development of young energy leaders of today by sharing knowledge and skills that can build, grow and change the way we see energy in the 21st century.
The African Energy Chamber acts as the pilot, navigating and kickstarting the interns’ profession into broader, clearer and tested horizons. We want to further gender equality objectives by encouraging female participation in the Program.
Main Objectives of the Internship Program
- To expose talented young people and align them with the business world of the energy sector primarily;
- To create a platform where companies have first-hand access to a pool of diverse and talented individuals;
- To expose young professionals to leadership development, practical experience, and research conducted in energy companies;
- To create continuous mentorship relationships post-internship;
- To develop practical skills and acquire a deeper understanding of the energy sector and the workplace;
- To expose interns to the work environment at an early stage;
- To provide interns with networking opportunities; and
- To promote gender equality and women empowerment.
Energy Pioneers Program is aimed at
- Individuals from diverse professional, academic & cultural backgrounds
- Women are strongly encouraged to apply
Requirements
- Nationals of an African state or African diaspora
- Be enrolled at an institute of higher education or a recent graduate
- Possess outstanding academic credentials
- Sound understanding of the English language
How it Works
Submit
Submit an online application through the African Energy Chamber website
Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the African Energy Chamber
Match
Shortlisted candidates will be matched with companies and organizations
Final Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by selected companies
Orientation
Orientation of accepted candidates will begin with company or organization
Why Companies Participate in the Program
- Local training and employment governmental compliance
- Hassle-free recruitment of interns
- Media coverage from the AEC
- Discounted AEC membership fees
- AEC provides additional support to the interns
How the AEC Contributes
- Selection of top tier interns
- ‘Interview preparation’ workshop
- ‘Entering the Workforce’ workshop
- Continuous mentorship
- Collaboration with the company
- Long-lasting professional relationships
APPLY FOR THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Apply for the Energy Pioneers Program and kickstart your career.
