Nigerian Foundries Limited Graduate Trainee Program 2026/2027: Engineering, Sales and Marketing Roles

Last updated: 10 October 2026

Nigerian Foundries Limited (NFL) has re-posted its 18-month Graduate Trainee Program for engineering, sales and marketing candidates, with listings dated 8 and 9 October 2026. No closing date appears in the October listings. The same program was advertised in February 2026 with a deadline of 15 March 2026, so applicants should treat the October posting as open but act quickly and confirm the current position with the company before sending anything.

Recruitment is free. Nigerian Foundries does not ask applicants to pay for forms, tests or placement. Applications go by email with a CV and cover letter. Anyone who asks for money to secure a slot is a scammer, so do not pay and do not share bank or card details.

Program Snapshot

See also: Dangote Fertiliser Engineer Trainee Selection.

About Nigerian Foundries Limited

Nigerian Foundries Limited began in 1969 as a small grey iron foundry in Ilupeju, Lagos, producing municipal castings and water pipeline fittings. It was founded by the Barberopoulos brothers. Over the decades it has grown into a ferrous foundry group that describes itself as the leading one in sub-Saharan Africa, excluding South Africa.

The group works from two plants, one in Ilupeju, Lagos and one at Sango-Otta, Ogun State, with a combined installed capacity of 8,500 metric tons per year. Its adverts also describe a fabrication yard and additive manufacturing facilities, and present the company as a total solutions enterprise built around innovation, operational excellence and strategic global partnerships. For a graduate, that means exposure to casting, machining, fabrication, engineering design and 3D printing under one employer, which is uncommon in Nigerian manufacturing.

What the 18-Month Program Covers

The program is structured as a career development track rather than a short internship. Trainees rotate through the main production and engineering areas of the business, with mentoring from experienced staff and hands-on time on the factory floor.

• Foundry operations
• Machining
• Fabrication
• Engineering design
• 3D printing

Sales trainees begin their training at the Ota plant, so they learn the products and processes they will later sell. The company says outstanding trainees may be considered for permanent placement after the program. That is a possibility, not a promise, so do not treat the program as a guaranteed job.

Engineering Roles: Design, Production and Sales Engineer

The engineering listings cover Design Engineer, Production Engineer and Sales Engineer. They share the same entry requirements, listed below. Technical sales is included here because selling castings and fabricated parts requires an understanding of materials, tolerances and drawings.

Engineering Requirements

• B.Sc, B.Eng or HND in Mechanical, Electrical/Electronics, Chemical, Metallurgical/Materials Engineering or a related field.
• Mandatory CAD skills in SolidWorks, Fusion 360 or AutoCAD.
• Age 27 or below.
• 0 to 2 years of work experience, or a fresh graduate.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Sales and Marketing Roles: Who Qualifies

The Graduate Trainee, Sales and Marketing Officer role is open to a wider range of degrees. Candidates with a B.Sc or HND in Marketing or any social science can apply. Engineering graduates who want a technical sales path are also welcome.

Sales and Marketing Requirements

• B.Sc or HND in Marketing or any social science, or an engineering degree for technical sales.
• Age 27 or below.
• 0 to 2 years of post-graduation experience.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Note that one October listing is titled Sales Engineer but describes mostly technical and manufacturing duties. If you are choosing between the sales and engineering tracks, confirm the exact scope with the company before you apply.

Selection Process

Shortlisted applicants go through a series of assessments. Preparing for each one is the best use of your time before you apply.

How to Apply

1.      Confirm the role you want and check that you meet the age limit and qualification requirements.

2.      Prepare a one-page cover letter explaining why you want the program and what you would bring to a foundry or sales team.

3.      Update your CV with your degree, CAD or Office skills, projects and any industrial training.

4.      Write an email with the exact job title as the subject line, for example Graduate Trainee Program (Production Engineer).

5.      Attach the CV and cover letter as PDF files and send to the recruitment address shown in the official advert. The February 2026 advert used recruitment@nigerianfoundries.com. 

6.      Keep a copy of the sent email and watch your inbox and spam folder for test invitations.

We could not open the company website to confirm the address for the October round, so check that the address on the advert you are using matches the company domain before sending your documents.

Also read: Julius Berger Nigeria Graduate Trainee Program

Tips for a Stronger Application

• Apply for one role that fits your degree, not several at once.
• Mention practical experience such as SIWES, industrial attachment, final-year projects or CAD work.
• Keep the cover letter specific to manufacturing, foundry work or industrial sales.
• Name your files clearly, for example Firstname_Lastname_CV.pdf.
• Practise timed aptitude tests before the invitation arrives.