Flutterwave runs its Graduate Trainee Development Program across two distinct tracks, Engineering and Non-Engineering, both based in Lagos and open on a rolling basis with no fixed application deadline. The program has a genuinely strong track record: of its inaugural 2022 cohort of 200 trainees, roughly 85% were hired into full-time roles at the end of the 12-month program, a meaningful data point when weighing how seriously to take this opportunity.

About Flutterwave

Flutterwave is a Nigerian-founded financial technology company providing payment infrastructure that allows businesses and individuals across Africa and internationally to send and receive payments seamlessly. Headquartered with major operations in Lagos and offices across Africa, Flutterwave has grown into one of the continent’s most recognizable fintech companies, employing several hundred people worldwide and processing payments for millions of users and merchants.

The Graduate Trainee Program was launched in 2022 to nurture young Nigerian talent by pairing structured on-the-job training with exposure to Flutterwave’s products, culture, and broader network of current and former employees. The company has described it as part of a deliberate strategy to build a pipeline of skilled talent within Nigeria’s tech and fintech ecosystem, rather than a one-off internship scheme.

Track 1: Engineering

For recent graduates in Computer Science or closely related technical fields, working alongside Flutterwave’s engineering teams on real product features and infrastructure.

Eligibility

• A degree in Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
• Graduated on or after December 2020.
• Less than 16 months of total work experience, including internships.
• Physically based in Nigeria, and able to be present in Lagos for the program’s in-person onboarding sessions.
• A genuine, demonstrated interest in fintech and building technology that solves real problems at scale.

Track 2: Non-Engineering

Covering business, operations, and support functions across the company, past listings have included roles in areas like risk and compliance, customer experience, and business operations, based at Flutterwave’s Lekki, Lagos office.

Eligibility

• A recent degree relevant to the specific department you’re applying to (business, finance, operations, or related fields).
• Available to start by the program’s stated intake date and physically present in Lagos for the two-week onboarding sessions.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Willingness to commit to the full 12-month program.

How the Program Works

Both tracks begin with a two-week in-person orientation in Lagos, after which trainees are assigned to a primary team. The program runs for roughly 12 months, structured around at least one rotation of approximately six months, though the specific structure can flex based on your development goals and the department’s ongoing projects. Throughout the program, trainees receive periodic assessments and progress reviews, mentorship from experienced staff, and firsthand exposure to how a major African fintech company operates, including working directly on products and features used by millions of people across the continent.

Initial placement into a specific team is based on a combination of your own strengths and preferences, recommendations from your supervisors and the Program Manager, and Flutterwave’s business needs at the time, so while you apply to a track, your exact team assignment isn’t fully fixed until the orientation period.

What Happens After the Program

Trainees who perform well may be offered a full-time Analyst or Engineer role within a department at Flutterwave upon successful completion of the program. This isn’t automatic or guaranteed for every trainee, but the roughly 85% conversion rate from the inaugural cohort suggests Flutterwave has genuinely used this program as a real pipeline into full-time employment, rather than a purely transient internship with little continuation. Flutterwave’s own leadership has publicly credited the program’s structured coaching, mentorship, and training for that outcome, framing it as central to the company’s approach to developing early-career talent.

How to Apply

1. Visit flutterwave.com/careers directly or the specific graduate program page and look for current Engineering or Non-Engineering Graduate Trainee listings. Don’t use a third-party link claiming to be the official application form.

2. Select the track matching your background and confirm you meet the specific eligibility criteria listed for that opening, since exact requirements can vary slightly between listings.

3. Complete the online application with your CV and any other requested details.

4. If shortlisted, expect further assessment stages before a final offer. Specific steps vary and will be communicated directly by Flutterwave.

No Payment Required

Flutterwave’s recruitment process is completely free at every stage. Do not pay anyone claiming to be Flutterwave staff or claiming they can guarantee your selection into the Graduate Trainee Program. Treat any such request as fraudulent, and apply only through Flutterwave’s own official channels.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Flutterwave Graduate Trainee Program currently open?

It has generally run on a rolling basis without one fixed annual deadline, so check flutterwave.com/careers directly for whatever specific listings are currently open.

What’s the difference between the Engineering and Non-Engineering tracks?

Engineering is specifically for Computer Science graduates working on Flutterwave’s technical product and infrastructure. Non-Engineering covers business, operations, and support functions across other departments.

Is the program paid?

Yes, it’s a paid, structured 12-month traineeship, not an unpaid internship.

Do I need prior fintech experience to apply?

No. Both tracks are designed for recent graduates with limited work experience. The Engineering track specifically caps eligibility at under 16 months of total experience.

Will I definitely get a full-time job after the program?

Not guaranteed for every trainee, but Flutterwave’s inaugural cohort saw roughly 85% converted into full-time roles, suggesting genuine intent to retain strong performers.