FCMB’s Flexxtern trains 30 young graduates
The latest cohort of 30 young graduates has completed their internships through the First City Monument Bank-powered Flexxtern programme, partner organizations praise the initiative for its transformative impact on fresh graduates. These graduates leave the programme equipped with practical skills, real-world experience, and a more direct path to career success. “The Flexxtern programme is a […]
First City Monument Bank (FCMB)
The latest cohort of 30 young graduates has completed their internships through the First City Monument Bank-powered Flexxtern programme, partner organizations praise the initiative for its transformative impact on fresh graduates.
These graduates leave the programme equipped with practical skills, real-world experience, and a more direct path to career success.
“The Flexxtern programme is a platform for self-discovery and career progression,” said Yomi Adebanjo, Group Head of Human Resources at Signal Alliance Technology Holding, one of the programme’s long-term partners.
“We have been part of this since 2021, and our experience has been remarkable. Our first Flexxtern is employed full-time with us, and the second performed equally well. This initiative is truly an opportunity to empower young graduates and set them on the path to achieving their dreams,” he added.
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Since its inception in 2016, the Flexxtern programme has provided over 200 young Nigerians with invaluable work experience through internships at reputable organizations.
Designed for individuals aged 18 to 30, the initiative has become a gateway for launching careers across diverse industries.
“The Flexxterns deployed to us have significantly impacted our organization,” said Olawale Ayuba, Vice President of GRC and Enterprise Fraud at ActivEdge Technologies.
Divisional Head of Corporate Services & Service Management at FCMB, Felicia Obozuwa, emphasized the importance of partnerships in building a brighter future for Nigerian youths.