Energy Market and Rates Consultants (EMRC), an Abuja-based energy consulting firm, is recruiting for its Graduate Trainee Programme. It’s a paid, 12-month programme that trains recent graduates in energy consulting through structured training, rotations, mentoring and work on live client projects. Strong trainees may be considered for permanent jobs at the end.
What makes this one stand out: you only need a Second Class Lower (2:2), graduates from any discipline are welcome, and you can apply before, during or after NYSC.
Deadline: EMRC hasn’t published a closing date, so apply as early as you can.
At a Glance
| Employer | Energy Market and Rates Consultants (EMRC) |
| Programme | Graduate Trainee Programme |
| Location | Abuja, Nigeria (full-time, on site) |
| Duration | 12 months, paid |
| Minimum grade | Second Class Lower (2:2) |
| Graduated | Within the last two years |
| NYSC | Pre-NYSC, serving or completed: all welcome |
| Deadline | Not published. Apply early. |
About EMRC
EMRC provides research, analysis and advisory services across the energy sector. Its work covers energy markets, regulation, technical and financial advisory, and policy and strategy, helping clients deal with complex problems in the industry.
What You’ll Do and Learn
- Support consulting projects with research, data analysis and problem-solving
- Prepare reports, presentations and other client deliverables
- Rotate through different parts of the business and join client projects and internal initiatives
- Build professional skills through teamwork, project coordination and regular feedback
Benefits
- A paid 12-month graduate programme. EMRC hasn’t published the pay amount.
- Structured training and hands-on experience in energy consulting
- A dedicated mentor throughout the programme
- Regular feedback and professional development
- A chance to be considered for permanent employment, depending on performance and available positions. A job isn’t guaranteed.
Eligibility
- A bachelor’s degree with at least a Second Class Lower (2:2).
- Your degree must have been obtained within the two years before you apply.
- All disciplines are welcome. Graduates of Law, Engineering, Economics, Computer Science, Accounting and Environmental Sciences may be preferred.
- You can apply whether you haven’t started NYSC, are currently serving, or have completed it.
- You must be able to work full-time on site in Abuja.
Skills EMRC Is Looking For
- Good written and spoken communication
- Curiosity and a willingness to learn
- Initiative, adaptability and openness to feedback
- Genuine interest in a career in the energy sector
How to Apply
- Update your CV (PDF, DOC or DOCX, up to 10 MB).
- Open EMRC’s official application page (link below).
- Fill in your name, email, phone number, years of experience, current location, earliest availability, date of birth and NYSC status.
- Upload your CV, accept the declaration and submit.
Apply for the EMRC Graduate Trainee Programme (official page)
Stay safe: genuine employers don’t charge application fees. Apply only through the official page.
Tips for a Strong Application
- Tailor your CV to energy and consulting. Put research projects, data work, report writing and anything related to power, oil and gas or renewables near the top.
- Show your analytical skills. Mention Excel, data analysis or your final-year project if it involved research.
- Follow the sector. Read up on Nigeria’s electricity market reforms, tariffs and regulation so you can talk about them in an interview.
- Apply now. With no published deadline, the page could close once EMRC has enough applicants.
