Student Energy Career Training Programme 2025.

The Student Energy Career Training Program offers a hands-on experience and the opportunity to work with an industry partner on a real-world project.

The 2025 Student Energy Career Training Program builds leadership and employability skills through energy education, project management training, individualized career coaching, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for the 2025 Student Energy Career Training Program, you must:

• Be African
• Be a young woman between 18 and 30 years in Africa.
• Be interested in working in the sustainable energy sector.

Additional Requirements

• English Language Fluency: Are you fluent in English and comfortable communicating with global peers, SECT coaches, and industry partners in English?
• Education: Have you completed or are you currently enrolled in a post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree program of any discipline?
• Reliable Internet Access: Do you have reliable internet access to participate in virtual sessions, complete online coursework, and collaborate with peers?
• Nationality and Location: Do you have an African nationality and are currently living in an African country?

Benefits

• Access to learning modules covering Energy Systems 101 and Specialized Energy-related topics
• Hands-on experience working with an industry partner on a real-world project
• Mentorship with energy professionals
• Gain experience in project management, leadership, and teamwork
• Personalized career coaching and support on job search
• Access to Student Energy’s global network of youth and opportunities

Program Duration

The program will take place from July 2025 to February 2026 with a commitment of average 10 hours per week for 30 weeks (approximately 300 hours in total).

Method of Application

To apply for the Student Energy Career Training Program, interested and qualified candidates should;

• Click the button below to visit the Student Energy website.
• The application for the program involves providing answers to the following essay questions(max 250 words each):
• • Why do you want to participate in the Career Training Program? 
  • What skill or topic are you most excited to learn about through this program. Why?
• • A 2-3 minute video* uploaded to YouTube of yourself answering the following prompts:
    • How does the SE Career Training Program (SECT) fit into your existing career path and future goals?
    • Describe a situation where you thrived in a team environment and how your teamwork skills contributed to success.
    • Highlight your key strengths, ambitions, and the unique experiences you’ll bring to the program and your project.
  • Your curriculum vitae (CV) in PDF, limited to 2 pages long.

Click Here to Apply

Application Deadline: June 25, 2025.