Applications are now open for Cohort 3 of the Design & Digital Marketing School Lagos Programme, an employability-focused training initiative offering young Lagos residents practical skills in graphics design and digital marketing. The programme aims to equip participants with digital, workplace, and soft skills, alongside mentorship and internship opportunities to support their transition into employment, freelancing, and entrepreneurship. It's implemented by NerdzFactory Company under the Lagos State Employability Support Project, with support from the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) and GIZ. The first two cohorts trained 196 young people, with 183 completing the programme and 147 placements facilitated across internships, entry-level roles, remote work, and entrepreneurship.
Training Tracks
Applicants choose from two learning tracks:
- Graphics Design: Develop practical graphic design skills for creative and professional work.
- Digital Marketing: Acquire digital marketing skills relevant to businesses and the modern workplace.
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Key Eligibility Criteria
- Location: Be a resident of Lagos State, Nigeria.
- Documentation: Hold a valid Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASSARA) ID.
- Age: Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Education: Have completed at least secondary education.
- Commitment: Be available and committed to participating throughout the training.
Programme Benefits
- 100% tuition scholarship covering the training.
- Hands-on training in your chosen digital skills track.
- Workplace and soft skills development.
- Mentorship and career guidance.
- Internship placement opportunities.
- Practical experience to strengthen employability.
Programme Details
- Format: Physical training.
- Duration: Four weeks.
- Venue: NerdzFactory HQ, 2B Insha Allah Street, Ramat Crescent, Ogudu GRA, Lagos State.
- Training Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM WAT daily.
- Training Starts: October 5, 2026.
How to Apply
Complete the online application form as soon as possible, since training begins October 5, 2026, and no specific deadline is stated.
Disclaimer
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