Operations

Graduate Trainee

Proten·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Internship
OperationsFull TimeInternship
-Closes 18 Nov 2026

Job Summary

  • Our client is seeking enthusiastic and motivated corps members who have completed their mandatory three-week NYSC orientation camp to join our team as Graduate Trainees.
  • The role offers practical training and hands-on exposure to technical sales, business development, industrial chemicals and water-treatment solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support business development, market research and customer acquisition activities.
  • Identify potential customers and assist in generating new business opportunities.
  • Participate in customer visits, product presentations and demonstrations.
  • Support water-treatment plant inspections, water sampling and basic analysis.
  • Assist in preparing technical reports, proposals and quotations.
  • Learn about industrial water-treatment chemicals and their applications.
  • Maintain customer records and provide support to the technical and commercial teams.

Requirements

  • B.Sc., B.Eng. or HND in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Mechanical Engineering or other relevant science and engineering disciplines.
  • Minimum of Second Class Lower or its equivalent.
  • Must have completed the mandatory three-week NYSC orientation camp.
  • Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong interest in technical sales, business development and industrial solutions.
  • Willingness to learn, travel and participate in field assignments.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND
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At a glance

Company

Proten

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Internship

Experience

Valid until

November 18, 2026

Created

November 11, 2026

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