Shell Nigeria Student Industrial Training & Internship Program 2026 (SIWES) - NAIJA STICK

Shell Nigeria Student Industrial Training & Internship Program 2026 (SIWES)

Shell Nigeria is inviting Nigerian undergraduate students to apply for its Student Industrial Training and Internship Program (SIWES) a professional attachment that provides hands-on industry experience, workplace skills development, and mentorship in real business environments. 

• This opportunity is ideal for students who want to bridge academic learning with practical experience in one of the world’s leading energy companies.

What This Program Offers (Benefits)

Practical Work Experience

• Interns work alongside experienced industry professionals and gain insight into how global companies operate, applying classroom knowledge to real workplace challenges.

Skills Development

• Participants build workplace competencies such as communication, teamwork, leadership, ethics, and Health, Safety, Security & Environment (HSSE) awareness through constructive feedback and supervision.

Professional Networking

• You’ll develop contacts with Shell employees and peers, expanding your professional network - a valuable asset when transitioning into the job market.

Career Relevance

• Completing industrial training with Shell can significantly boost your CV and career prospects, especially in energy, technology, engineering, business, and science fields.

Who Can Apply (Eligibility)

To be eligible for the Shell Nigeria SIWES Internship Programme, you must meet the following criteria:

Be a Nigerian citizen.

Be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate degree or HND programme at a university or polytechnic in Nigeria.

• Have school authorisation and approval for industrial training (an official industrial training form or letter).
• Maintain a strong academic standing, typically a CGPA of 3.5 or above (or the local equivalent).
• Be in a relevant field such as Engineering, Geosciences, Information Technology, Sciences (Pure/Environmental), Social Sciences/Arts, or Commercial disciplines.

How to Apply

• Step-by-Step
• Prepare Your Documents
• Get your industrial training form/letter from your university or polytechnic signed and ready. You’ll need personal, academic, and contact details.
• Write an Application Email

Use your personal email address and send your application to the official internship recruitment address:

SPDC-2025SiwesRecruitment@shell.com.

Use the Correct Email Format

Set your subject line as:

• “2025 Shell Nigeria SIWES Application [Your Course of Study]”.

Include Required Information

Your email should include:

• Full name
• Name of your university or polytechnic
• Matriculation/Student ID number
• Course of study
• Duration (number of months) required for your internship
• Contact information (residence, email, phone number)
• Scanned copy of your official IT form or industrial training approval letter
• Current CGPA or GPA

Submit Early

Applications are typically processed on a rolling basis depending on business needs and Available slots. Slots may be limited each year.

• Tips for a Competitive Submission
• Ensure all fields in the application are accurate and complete.
• Attach a clear and legible copy of your industrial training form.
• Confirm your CGPA and eligibility status before applying.
• Use a professional email tone and double-check your contact details.