Call for Applications: Standard Chartered Digital Bootcamp 2026 | Free Digital Skills Training for Nigerian Youths
Applications are open for the Standard Chartered Digital Bootcamp 2026, a free, intensive digital skills programme designed to equip young Nigerians with practical, career-ready skills for opportunities in today’s digital economy.
The programme is being delivered by Standard Chartered in partnership with Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN) and will provide selected participants with an immersive 10-day physical bootcamp led by experienced facilitators and industry professionals.
Participants will choose from six in-demand digital skills tracks, gain hands-on experience, collaborate with other young people and receive an industry-recognized certification upon successful completion.
About the Standard Chartered Digital Bootcamp
The Digital Bootcamp is designed to bridge the gap between young people and the practical skills increasingly required by employers.
Rather than focusing only on theory, the programme provides an intensive physical learning experience where participants can develop practical skills within their chosen career track.
The bootcamp is open to eligible young people residing in Abuja (FCT), Rivers, Kaduna and Ondo State.
Participation is free for applicants who are selected.
Available Learning Tracks
Applicants can choose the pathway that best matches their interests and career aspirations:
- Project Management
- Data Analytics
- UI/UX Design
- Cyber Security
- IT Support
- Digital Marketing
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Project Management
This track is suitable for participants interested in learning how projects are planned, organised, coordinated and delivered. It can provide a foundation for careers involving project coordination, operations and project management.
Data Analytics
Participants interested in working with data can select this track to develop skills relevant to analysing information and using data to support decision-making.
UI/UX Design
The UI/UX Design track is suited to participants interested in designing useful and intuitive digital products and improving how users interact with websites, applications and other digital experiences.
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Cyber Security
This pathway introduces participants to skills relevant to protecting digital systems, information and technology infrastructure, providing a foundation for further development in cybersecurity.
IT Support
Participants interested in technical support and information technology operations can choose this pathway to develop practical skills relevant to supporting users, devices and digital systems.
Digital Marketing
This track is designed for participants interested in using digital channels to reach audiences, promote products and services, and support the growth of businesses and organisations.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Reside in Abuja (FCT), Rivers, Kaduna or Ondo State.
- Be available to attend the entire 10-day physical bootcamp.
- Be committed to participating in all learning activities.
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The programme specifically welcomes applications from:
- Graduates
- NYSC members
- Unemployed youths
- Underemployed youths
- Women and girls
- Young people from low-income communities
Programme Format
The programme will be delivered as a physical bootcamp lasting 10 days.
Because attendance throughout the programme is an eligibility requirement, applicants should ensure they can participate for the full duration before submitting an application.
Benefits
Selected participants will have the opportunity to:
- Receive the training free of charge.
- Build practical, job-ready digital skills.
- Learn from experienced facilitators and industry professionals.
- Gain hands-on experience through immersive learning.
- Specialise in one of six in-demand digital career tracks.
- Earn an industry-recognized certification after successful completion.
- Strengthen their CV and professional profile.
- Connect and collaborate with other ambitious young people.
- Expand their professional network.
- Improve their employability and readiness for opportunities in the digital economy.
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Selection Process
After submitting an application, the selection team will review the information provided.
Applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted by email with further information and instructions on the next stage of the programme.
Candidates should therefore provide an active email address and monitor their inbox after applying.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete the online application form on the Junior Achievement Nigeria programme page.
Applicants will be required to select their preferred learning track and provide the requested information during the application process.
Important Note
The programme is specifically for eligible applicants residing in Abuja (FCT), Rivers, Kaduna or Ondo State. Applicants should also be prepared to attend the full 10-day programme physically.
Participation is free for selected applicants.