Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) is the pioneer and leader of the petroleum industry in Nigeria. We invest heavily in our employees, which is reflected in our industry-leading development programme and our commitment to see our employees’ ideas travel and come to fruition.
We are seeking applications from suitable candidates for:
Title: Shell Graduate Programme 2026 – Engineering (Chemical, Petrochemical, Mechanical, Civil, Production)
Location: Nigeria
What’s the Role?
- Join us as a Graduate at Shell in Nigeria where you will embark on a comprehensive 3-year program designed to develop future leaders.
- The Graduate Recruitment within Shell follows a standard global methodology used to attract, select, and place our best talent within the various Shell businesses.
- For 2026, we are recruiting post-NYSC graduates in Engineering (Chemical, Petrochemical, Mechanical, Civil, Production).
What You’ll Be Doing
- You will showcase your capacity to analyze situations and propose purposeful solutions that align with the company’s strategic goals – adaptability to changing environments, learner mindset, drive to deliver results – and collaborate and nurture relationships as you work effectively with a diverse team. You will work with experienced colleagues and will share your unique perspective and fresh ideas on how to tackle energy-related challenges. Our inclusive and collaborative culture will provide you with the support you need to grow your skills as you work on meaningful projects with exciting responsibilities right from the start.
What You Bring
- We are looking for a candidate who thrives on new challenges and embraces innovation.
- You should be confident in your ability to absorb information, analyze problems, make objective decisions, and generate original ideas.
- The ideal candidate will possess the drive and resilience to achieve goals, the flexibility to collaborate effectively within a team, and the credibility to influence others. Being open to alternative perspectives and views is essential, using them to refine ideas and outcomes.
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Eligibility
To be eligible for the Shell Graduate Program:
- You must have graduated (Bachelor’s or Master’s) before your start date
- You must have less than three years of work experience.
- You must have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme
- You must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Application Closing Date
25th April, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
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Note
- Please indicate your NYSC Certificate or NYSC Exemption in your CV.
- Submitting more than one application will lead to automatic disqualification of all your applications.
- If you require any accommodations or accessibility adjustments (e.g. assistive technology, communication support, any other) during the application or interview process, please let us know directly via careers@shell.com.
- We strive to ensure that our process and workplace is accessible to everyone and are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments to support your needs.
Scam Alert:
- Shell does not request monetary payments (e.g. insurance policy, visa/work permit, HUET or HSSE training, special job offer, etc.) for employment. Individuals who are interested in opportunities within the Shell Group will find open positions listed on the company websites www.shell.com/careers or www.shell.com.ng.careers when available.
Disclaimer
- We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.
- Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Shell/Shell Group companies around the world.
- The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell.
- Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand.
- Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
