SEND Graduate Trainee Programme 2026 | Applications Now Open
SEND is recruiting graduates for a six-month rotational Graduate Trainee Program in Lagos, designed to develop young professionals across Operations, Customer Experience and Commercial functions.
Applicants do not need previous experience in shipping, freight forwarding or supply chain, as the programme begins with structured training before trainees rotate through different areas of the business.
About SEND
SEND is building an AI-native freight forwarding and supply chain operating system for businesses moving goods across borders.
Its platform brings international trade activities that are often managed through separate tools, emails and spreadsheets into a single system.
Beyond its technology platform, SEND operates across cross-border logistics, customs house brokerage and trade finance, with the broader goal of building infrastructure that supports modern trade across Africa and beyond.
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About the Graduate Trainee Program
The SEND Graduate Trainee Program is a six-month, fully paid rotational programme that combines classroom training with practical experience across key departments.
The company does not expect applicants to already understand shipping, freight forwarding or supply chain operations. Successful candidates will receive training in these areas.
Programme Details
- Position: Graduate Trainee
- Location: Yaba, Lagos
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Work Arrangement: 100% On-site
- Duration: 6 Months
- Rotations: Operations, Customer Experience and Commercial
- Deadline: 31 August 2026
How the Programme Works
During the first month, trainees will participate entirely in classroom-based learning. This stage covers the fundamentals of supply chain and logistics, how SEND operates, and a series of assessments and practical tasks.
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From months two to four, trainees will rotate through Customer Experience and Supply Chain Operations, gaining practical exposure to customers and the company’s operational processes.
In month five, trainees will move into the commercial side of the business and gain sales experience, building on their understanding of SEND’s customers and operations.
By month six, SEND will place each trainee in the department where their performance indicates they are strongest while also considering individual preferences.
Performance reviews will take place monthly. Strong performers will be considered for confirmation into substantive roles after successfully completing the six-month programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete assigned work and training activities according to the operating procedures of each function.
- Analyse existing systems and suggest ideas for improvement.
- Compile reports as required.
- Prepare and deliver presentations to managers.
- Participate actively in departmental rotations and assessments.
- Learn the fundamentals of logistics, supply chain operations, customer experience and commercial activities.
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Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
- 1–3 years of work experience.
- Strong numerical, logical and critical-thinking abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Good research abilities.
- Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
- Strong sense of urgency.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfort working with technology and numbers.
SEND does not use grades or GPA as a major consideration in the selection process. A STEM-related degree can be an advantage, but applications are open to graduates from any discipline.
Structured experience gained during NYSC counts toward the work-experience requirement.
Applicants who have built a project or product can also share it as part of their application. Candidates may submit an interesting university thesis or final-year project where relevant.
Selection Process
Candidates will progress through the following stages:
- Application
- Quantitative assessment
- Two brief essays — one on a topic selected by SEND and another on a topic chosen by the applicant
- Interview
- Offer
Benefits
- Competitive salary throughout the programme
- Pension
- Health insurance (HMO)
- Laptop and other work tools
- Phone
- Internet subscription
- Structured classroom training
- Practical rotations across multiple business functions
- Monthly performance reviews
- Opportunity for strong performers to be confirmed into substantive roles after the programme
Deadline: 31 August 2026.