NOVA Bank Graduate Trainee Programme 2026
The NOVA Bank Graduate Trainee Programme offers young graduates a structured start in banking through a one-year training plan that blends classroom learning, guided tasks, and mentoring from senior staff.
Within the first year, participants see how customer needs, digital tools, and business units work together inside the bank. The programme helps early-career talent gain real experience and build confidence while learning from teams that support daily banking work.
What the NOVA Bank Graduate Trainee Programme offers
The programme prepares graduates who want a strong start in banking and value a work culture built on customer care, clear thinking, and steady growth. Trainees join team projects, support customer-focused tasks, and take part in supervised assignments that show them how banking services operate in practice. They also receive guidance from senior staff who help them understand NOVA Bank’s approach to service delivery.
Who can apply
Applicants for the programme must meet the following:
- Interest in sales and a clear drive to grow
- A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
- A minimum of Second-Class Lower (2:2)
- Completed NYSC
- Not older than 28 years at the time of application
Why the programme stands out
- One-year structured training programme
- Mix of classroom lessons, project work, and mentorship
- Exposure to customer-focused services and digital banking tools
- Guidance from top executives
- Early career growth opportunities
How to apply
Interested graduates can read full details and begin the application through the bank’s official careers page. The application window closes on 30 November 2025.
Full details are available on the bank’s site: Visit the NOVA Bank graduate trainee page.