Applications open for the Caraway Graduate Trainee Programme
Caraway, one of Africa’s fastest-growing consumer food brands and a proud member of the global Olam Group, is excited to announce that applications are now open for its highly sought-after 2026 Caraway Graduate Trainee Programme. This structured, one-year development initiative is specifically created for ambitious young Nigerian graduates who have recently completed their National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and are eager to fast-track their professional journey in the dynamic fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector.
The programme is designed to break down traditional entry barriers that fresh talent often face, providing hands-on training, real responsibility from day one, and structured rotation across key business functions such as Sales & Distribution, Marketing & Brand Management, Supply Chain & Procurement, Finance & Accounting, Human Resources, and Logistics & Operations. By the end of the year, trainees emerge as well-rounded professionals ready to take on mid-level roles within Caraway or the broader Olam ecosystem.
About Caraway
Caraway is a leading African consumer-foods business and a fully owned subsidiary of the Olam Group, one of the world’s foremost agri-business and food companies operating in over 60 countries. Focused on delivering high-quality, affordable, and nutritious packaged foods to millions of households across the continent, Caraway has quickly become a household name through brands that resonate with local tastes and priorities.
With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, an extensive nationwide distribution network, and a deep commitment to innovation and sustainability, Caraway combines global best practices with a sharp understanding of African consumer needs. The company is driving the next wave of growth in Africa’s FMCG space and offers its people exceptional opportunities to learn, lead, and make a tangible impact on the food value chain that feeds the continent.
Who Should Apply?
The Caraway Graduate Trainee Programme is open to bright, driven, and adaptable recent graduates from any accredited university or polytechnic in Nigeria who meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree or HND with a minimum of Second Class Lower (2.2) or Lower Credit
- Successful completion of NYSC (discharge certificate required)
- 0–2 years of post-NYSC work experience
- Not older than 27 years at the time of application
- Strong academic record, excellent communication skills, and a passion for the consumer goods industry
- Willingness to be posted to any location across Nigeria where Caraway operates
No specific discipline is excluded—graduates from Engineering, Sciences, Social Sciences, Management, Agriculture, Humanities, and other fields are all encouraged to apply.
What the Programme Offers
Over the course of 12 intensive months, selected trainees will:
- Rotate through at least three different departments to gain broad exposure
- Work on live projects that directly affect business performance
- Receive close mentoring from senior leaders and functional heads
- Participate in classroom training, on-the-job learning, and leadership development workshops
- Build a strong professional network within one of Africa’s leading food companies
- Earn a competitive salary and benefits package throughout the programme
- Enjoy a high probability of full-time employment upon successful completion
How to Apply
Interested candidates should prepare the following:
- Updated CV
- Copies of degree certificate/HND result and NYSC discharge certificate
- A one-page cover letter explaining why you want to join Caraway and the FMCG industry
Applications are submitted exclusively through the official Caraway careers portal (link available on the official programme webpage).
Note: The application deadline has not yet been announced, but positions are limited and filled on a rolling basis. Early application is strongly recommended.
Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to kick-start a rewarding career with a company that is nourishing Africa—one household at a time. Visit the official Caraway Graduate Trainee Programme 2026 webpage today and take the first step toward becoming tomorrow’s leader in Africa’s food industry!
