Applications are invited from suitable young Nigerians for an intense 12-month Technical Skills Training Programme in 2026, by the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) and the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) in partnership with Nigerian Breweries Plc.
The programme is designed to provide Nigerian graduates with practical, hands-on technical and entrepreneurial skills in high demand within the manufacturing and supply chain industries.
Participants will get to combine classroom training at the Supply Chain Academy in Ibadan with practical attachments at Nigerian Breweries sites nationwide, gaining vital industry experience.
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Quick Summary of ITF-NECA Technical Skills Development Programme 2026
| Company | ITF, NECA, Nigerian Breweries Plc |
| Category | Internships |
| Job Type | Full time |
| Title | ITF-NECA Technical Skills Development Programme 2026 |
| Duration | 12 Months |
| Training Location | Supply Chain Academy, Ibadan |
| Attachment Locations | Lagos, Aba, Ibadan, Enugu, Ota, Ijebu Ode, Kaduna |
| Benefits | Free tuition, lunch, transportation stipend, free medicals |
| Application Deadline | June 15, 2026 |
About the Collaborating Organizations
Industrial Training Fund (ITF):
The ITF is a Federal Government agency established to promote and encourage the acquisition of industrial and commercial skills through training programmes .
Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA):
NECA is the umbrella organization for employers in Nigeria, advocating for private sector growth and workforce development .
Nigerian Breweries Plc:
As one of Nigeria’s largest manufacturing companies, Nigerian Breweries brings world-class industrial training facilities, including the Supply Chain Academy in Ibadan, to this partnership
OBJECTIVES
This programme aims at training and equipping youths with entrepreneurial skills in the above trade areas and promoting public-private Sector Model in Vocational / Technical Skills Training.
Programme Tracks Available for 2026
The 2026 ITF-NECA Technical Skills Programme offers five specialized training tracks across three main categories :
Mechatronics Stream
| Track | Focus Area |
| Mechatronics – Packaging Operations | Automated packaging systems, bottling lines, and packaging machinery |
| Mechatronics – Brewing and Utilities Operations | Brewing processes, utilities management, and industrial systems |
| Mechatronics – Corrective Maintenance | Equipment troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance |
Quality & Logistics Stream
| Track | Focus Area |
| Operational Quality | Quality assurance, laboratory testing, and product standards compliance |
| Logistics Operations | Supply chain management, warehousing, and distribution operations |
Important Note: This programme does not confer Nigerian Breweries employee status on trainees, but provides industry-recognized certification and practical experience
About The ITF-NECA Technical Skills Development Programme 2026
The programme is entirely non-residential, with training at the Supply Chain Academy of Nigerian Breweries Plc located in Ibadan and attachment in any of our Brewery Locations in Lagos, Aba, Ibadan, Enugu, Ota, Ijebu Ode and Kaduna.
Admitted candidates will enjoy free tuition fee, Lunch, Stipend to offset transportation cost and Free Medicals.
This programme does not confer Nigerian Breweries employee status on the trainees.
Programme Benefits
Admitted candidates will enjoy the following benefits free of charge :
| Benefit | Description |
| 🎓 Tuition | Full tuition coverage for the 12-month programme |
| 🍽️ Lunch | Daily meals provided during training days |
| 🚌 Transportation Stipend | Allowance to offset commuting costs |
| 🏥 Free Medicals | Medical care during the programme |
| 🎓 Certification | Industry-recognized certificate upon completion |
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants are required to possess the following qualifications, among others:
· Credit in English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
· Higher National Diploma in any of the following (For Mechatronics – Packaging, Brewing & Utilities Operations and Corrective Maintenance): Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Physics, Instrument Engineering or Computer Engineering, with a minimum of Lower credit from recognized and accredited institutions.
· Higher National Diploma in any of the following (For
Quality and Logistics Operations): Chemical Engineering, Biological and Physical Sciences, Food Science Tech, Laboratory Science, Applied Physics, Computer Science, with a minimum of Lower credit from recognized and accredited institutions.
· Must have completed NYSC as of the time of this advertisement.
· Must have completed the AI Fluency Course on International Organization of Employers (IOE) Learning Platform-
Please note that the certificate will be required during the application process.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Note that only online applications will be processed.
All applications must be received not later than 2 weeks from the date of this advertisement. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email and SMS. Therefore, candidates are advised to check their email and SMS boxes regularly.
ENTRANCE EXAMINATION
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a test and will be expected to bring along the following:
- · 2 Passport size photographs
- · Original Birth Certificate
- · Educational Qualification Certificate(s)
- · Certificate of AI Fluency
Please use the link provided above to access the compulsory IOE–Microsoft AI Fluency training, which is offered free of charge.
NOTE PLEASE
- Candidates will arrange their transportation, accommodation and feeding during the selection process.
How to Apply for ITF-NECA Technical Skills Programme 2026
Follow these steps to complete your application before the June 15, 2026 deadline :
Step 1: Complete the Mandatory AI Fluency Course
Before applying, you must complete the free AI Fluency Course offered by the International Organization of Employers (IOE).
➡️ AI Fluency Course Link: https://learn.ioe-emp.org/courses/ai-fluency-en/
Important: The AI Fluency certificate will be required during the application process .
Step 2: Prepare Your Application Documents
Gather the following documents before starting your online application:
- HND Certificate (Minimum Lower Credit)
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
- AI Fluency Course Certificate
- SSCE/WASSCE/NECO Result (showing credits in English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry)
- Birth Certificate
- Two (2) recent passport-size photographs
Step 3: Submit Your Online Application
➡️ Apply Here: [ITF-NECA Technical Skills Programme Application Portal]
Application Instructions:
- Complete the online application form accurately
- Upload all required documents
- Submit before the June 15, 2026 deadline
Note: Only online applications will be processed .
Selection Process
After submitting your application :
| Stage | Description |
| 1. Shortlisting | Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted |
| 2. Aptitude Test | Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a test |
| 3. Document Verification | Bring originals of all certificates to the test centre |
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email and SMS. Candidates are advised to check their email and SMS boxes regularly
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