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Amazingg:


Thanks xfire. The person in question is a Vet doc and getting a job is a big challenge. He's been unemployed for over 2 yrs

Wow..I feel the person's struggles. I also have a friend that studied vet medicine. He struggled before he was able to get a job in Ondo State Ministry of Agriculture. He later quit and went into entrepreneurship and multi-level marketing.

I find it ironic because I vividly that vet doctors were the highest paid corps when I was serving in the core North. This is because majority of the indigenes were nomadic farmers, and demand for vet doctors was (and is still) high.

I do not know his/her location but I think it is easier to get a job as a vet doctor in the core North where nomadic farming is on a high side, though I must confess the demand for vet doctors is generally low in Nigeria (and even recently in countries like US where supply ouweighs demand).

I would advise that he/she choose any of these options (1) change career line, or (2) delve into the high risk but rewarding entrepreneurship - business or private practice, if possible (3) Travel abroad to study and practice, particularly in countries where demand is high.

Let him/her reflect and consider the options. Whatever option(s) the person chooses, he/she need to hit the ground running and start working towards it. Time waits for no one. He/she should also keep looking out for opportunities as he/she considers other alternatives.

Tnycee:
Thank you very much Sir...
I have a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical/ Electronics Engineering.
I graduated with a Second Class Upper.
I just need anything to do at the moment while believing God for something bigger.
If anybody can link me up, I'd be very grateful, then i will have a testimony.

Wow...good grade, marketable course. I just recently recommended 2 fresh engineering grads to the director of an indigenous oil servicing company. If your post had come a little earlier, I probably would have included your name. I must confess such opportunities don't come to me frequently though.
However, you can send me your CV. I am not promising anything as I'm just an ordinary employee myself. Besides, the oil industry (where I work) is on a downward trend as crude prices fall. Almost all oil servicing companies are currently 'rationalizing' (laying off) staff strength. IOCs are not exempted too.
However, I will look out for any opportunities (even outside the industry) and get back if I find any.

Cheers...

CrazyMan:

In chevron (I don't know for other oil firms) upon employment as a fresh graduate you'll be sent to their technical school at ogere (Ogun state) where you'll be trained for about a year or more. During this period, your salary is below 100k.


You misunderstand me...I said fresh graduates, and not skilled workers. Fresh graduates with zero experience earn less than 100k in dangote group.


Lol that's why I said 85%. In as much as I would agree with with you that the full package of a permanent staff in a bank is above 100k, we all know that majority of employment in banks are on contract basis.

1. I think you are seriously mixing things up here. Technical school is not meant for graduates. A fresh graduate with zero experience does NOT earn the figure you quoted in Chevron.

2. I understand you perfectly well. Like I posited, pay depends on job role. You do not normally expect a driver to earn more the same amount a graduate engineer or graduate ant will earn. The fact that MSc and PhD holders applied for such position does not mean the vacancy was initially meant for them. However, I do not know the exact salary range in Dangote but I strongly believe a graduate (not non-technical position like driving) will earn much more.

3. I think we are both aligned on the 3rd issue. Just looking at it from different perspective.

Cheers....

CrazyMan:

Well I don't discuss salaries as well.

But as for the chevron stuff, my post was specifically on the compulsory staff training meant for university leavers during which staffs in training earn less than 100k. Your jumbo pay in chevron comes after your training and not before. Unless you're a skilled worker.

^^^^^^^
Not true. I won't say more than that.

CrazyMan:

As for dangote, I used the mass employment of Phd holders and Msc holders whom he employed as drivers few years back as case study. None of them according to confirmed media outlets earns up to 100k. So if a Phd and Msc holder earns less than 100k in a company, what makes you feel a fresh university leaver with zero experience would earn above 100k in the same company?

^^^^^^
Who says graduates can earn more than that? Companies pay according to the job position, not just school qualifications. I know MSc / PhD holders that earn less than BSc holders in the same company because their positions differ.

CrazyMan:

Finally GTbank...as a result of the high rate of unemployment today, most banks now practice labour casualization. I can tell you that 85% of employment in banks today are on contract basis. I don't need to tell you that most contract staffs in banks today earn below 50k.

^^^^^
I am referring to permanent staffs, not casual staffs. The issue of casualization of labour is prevalent in almost all industries, including the oil industry.


Cheers......

CrazyMan:

Lol...what's far from the truth?

Prove me wrong then.

I don't like talking about salaries but maybe I will chip in a bit and keep shut.
The figures you stated in your first post are lower than what is obtainable.
I can reliably tell you that entry level pay (fresh from school) in Chevron is higher the highest figure that the OP penned down. You definitely underestimate 'oyel' money The OP stated that Shell pays the most. I can categorically tell you that Shell pays the least amongst the IOCs in Nigeria

I also think you understated the figures for GTB and Dangote. At least, I'm sure that confirmed entry level staffs of both companies earn much higher.

CrazyMan:

In Chevron you undergo staff training for up to 2 years during which your income would be less than 100k.

This is faaaaaar from the truth.


Cheers....

tybank:
@xfire I completely disagree with u where u said u would not advise job seekers to go for automation training and that automation skill is better learnt via job experience. My advice to job seekers is that they should go for automation training if they desire to develop skills in that area. I am a good example of people who benefitted greatly from automation training. Even though I have an OND I have beaten a lot of B Sc/HND holders to jobs in interviews all because of the plc automation training I had. like I said before I have freely changed jobs four times in five years. If you are interested in working in a manufacturing company as an electrical technician or engineer then PLC automation skills will help u a lot. I would share some of my interview experience here when I'm less busy

I respect your view. I will be happy to learn. Please do share them.
My point is this - most organizations that require automation services are often big ones that train you to become an automation technician or engineer. You don't necessarily need to have a previous knowledge. Learning it in a short training programme may be of use in some isolated cases, but it is not mandatory for anyone to get an automation job. Just like you used yourself as an example, I know quite a number of instrumentation engineers and technicians that got good jobs without going for any short program. It becomes easier for you to change jobs when you have work-related experience in automation and PLC. Am I discouraging anyone from going for any certification? No. But what I am trying to say that graduates should not just jump on anything offered to them just because everyone else is doing so. Make enquiries first and ensure it aligns with your career aspirations, interests and market needs. If you have to go for a course, then go for a good and reputable ones - like mechatronics in IIT like someone earlier mentioned. Many organizers of these short training programmes are just after money. And even then, you don't need to go for any course doesn't align with your career interest. Sometimes, what gets you a job is not the skill you have in that area, but the ion. An interviewer may offer you a job, not necessarily because you have a particular skill, but because you have shown interest by learning. Most reputable companies that employ graduates in such highly specialized skill will train them first before allowing them to work independently.

Cheers...

Tnycee:
I have been job hunting for quite a while now but nothing seems to be coming. I have decided to change strategy. I have decided to send in hard copies of my cv's to companies. Now i need expert advice on this;
1. should i also attach photocopies of my credentials to the cv im sending or should i reserve it until im invited for interview?
2. is it a good idea to send a hard copy and also go ahead to send a soft copy via email to the same company?
3. which postal service is better?
4 and please, what do you think would be an appropriate[b][/b] title (subject) of such mail.


Hope to get positive from all the good people in the house.

cc: xfire

Your approach will vary very slightly depending on your discipline, career of interest and the target firms. However, these are general guidelines:
1. You don't necessarily need to attach copies of your credentials to the cover letter and CV. It's not wrong if you do, but it's not necessary. They will demand for it if they are interested in you.
2. You may explore both options. However, state categorically in the email that you have sent hard copies as back-up.
3. lol. We all know fastest delivery options - DHL, UPS, Fedex, and even NIPOST's EMS. But you know they are more costly. I hear NIPOST normal mail service is very efficient now though not as fast as those mentioned earlier.
4. It depends on the firm, your discipline and the position of interest. I can't give you a blanket answer.

What's your educational qualification and course of study?

Amazingg:
This thread has been insightful. Any advice for a vet? An almost frustrated one?

Before anyone can help you out, you need to tell us why you are frustrated.

2chainz:
Hello Xfire, I really appreciate what you & other like minds are doing to help the unemployed ones get their dream jobs & to build a better and lovable career. Pardon my curiosity, i really like to know how you where able to cope with female friends while in school. I know engineering don't have too many female student like other faculty{social sci, law, Mgt sci}, & from almost all your thread/Post, you keep laying emphasis on building a good communication and being sociable with others, don't you get attracted to the opposite sex or you just kill the feelings. Pardon my spelling errors. Thanks!

Lol..great question
Of course, I get attracted to the opposite sex. I am sure you asked because I often speak about career and education, and rarely about romance.

Lemme me flash back to my days in the university to enable you have a clear picture. Back in the university, I was a shy and timid bookworm. My major focus was my books. My main goal was to graduate with a first class. My social skill was below average though I wouldn't say it was outrightly poor as I made a few very good friends, both male and female. In most cases, I made friends (particularly female) inadvertently. I was very timid and couldn't face up to talking to females I was not familiar with. I had a few crushes but I couldn't live up to expectation by speaking out. A few also had crushes on me but I was too shy to take advantage of the opportunity or greenlight. Looking back, I wish I was a bit more sociable in my university. I felt and still feel I missed out on some potential great relationships (both male and female) because I was not very sociable. I won't go into details here.

Your period in higher institution provides the best opportunity to learn the art of being sociable and I advise that you make good use of it. This is because you don't necessarily need to have money or class to attract friends. You don't need to conform to societal expectations. You can be accepted just as you are. As a student, learn to relate with people, both male and female. It's all part of the learning process. Some give flimsy excuses that they don't have money or the looks so they find it difficult to relate with the opposite sex. I have often heard people say that girls flock around guys that have money. That's not a complete truth. A guy who has money but does not have good social skills may still find it difficult to attract people.

During that process of being sociable, you may get attracted to some, or they may get attracted to you. You may follow up with any particular person you are interested in, depending on your thought inclinations. I personally don't have anything against students dating each other as far as both partners ensure it does not affect their academics. I have seen several cases where such relationships end up in marriage. Some argue that it's often easier to find true love while still in school, and I am wont to agree with them.

Now fast forward to today. I am still a relatively young man pursuing a dream career (though I may be 'old' compared to many ). I have improved on my social skills and I have couple of female friends I relate with. Believe me, my attention still gets diverted by females around me. It's pretty normal. The most important thing is to balance my career and my relationships with people. The overall goal is to have a healthy work-life balance.

I hope that answers your question.

Let me add my bit to this thread.
I can see a lot of people suggesting certifications as the way forward against unemployment. Well...it all depends on which aspect of electrical/electronic engineering you wanna specialize in. Beisides, what's the use of a professional certification if you will not have opportunity of utilising the knowledge gained? It may just be another paper certificate.
It is okay for elect/elect engineering grads to run some REPUTABLE professional courses depending on your career of interest (e.g. CCNA, CCNP, NEBOSH, etc) while looking for job but having professional certifications is not an end in itself. However, some professional trainings will add little or no value to your prospect of getting a job and that is why it is good to consult widely before spending your money. Some organizers of these trainings are simply after your money. For instance, I will not advise a job seeker to go for PLC (Automation) training. Knowledge of automation is better gained via work experience. The training will add little or no value to you in of job placement. Some certifications and trainings are more useful as you gain work experience.
In addition, I will advise young graduate engineers to pursue postgraduate degrees if the job is not forthcoming. From what I have observed, a good MSc in engineering is usually more marketable than professional certifications in most cases. They may also seek employment with small engineering firms to gain experience.

This is far from the truth. These figures are not true. And this is not an accurate list.

Rickywowoz:
Please who can help me review my cover letter it's urgent... please guys i need your help

Send it to me. I will help you review.
[email protected]

bangleslover:
xfire nice post...


i need your advise

how does one gain back interest lost in the his/her field of study.

You may want to be a bit more specific. What made you lose interest? Are you interested in other options?

Dfavouredone:


Thanks in anticipation.

Direct this to any oil and gas related thread. Mention my name. By the way, I will need some time to read it through.

Cheers....

oshdot:

I have been an avid follower of this thread since its
inception and I must confess that xfire, Bigdreams,
Darellrivers, TheRealAdonye and other notable
contributors have touched lives in unimaginable ways.
I have read well crafted opinions cum professional
advice you people chun out on this thread every now
and then and I think I need one those right now.

I'm a graduate of Mechanical engineering, though I finished
with a CGPA of 3.29/5, I have never for once allowed
my finishing with a 2.2 detter me from pursuing my
dream of becoming a true professional in a not too
distant future. The journey hasn't been smooth though
as I have had to settle for a maintenance technician job
in a rather small FMCG company for the time being.

Though I get paid a very small salary, one thing the job
has helped me to discover is the line of Mechanical
engineering I would really love to pursue a career -
Plant Maintenance and asset management with a a
great desire to get certified as Reliability engineer
someday.

My concern right now is my job responsibility as it only
requires me to work as a technician meaning I don't get
to carry out the maintenance functions of a
maintenance engineer viz planning, deg,
scheduling and monitoring of preventive and predictive
maintenance programs, hence I feel the need for me to
pursue professional trainings. But the only trainings
available are istered online, so do you think
potential employers would fancy such trainings as I
would be spending a lot to undertake them, or I should
just wait till a job opportunity where I would fully work
in the capacity of a maintenance engineer presents
itself and then learn through the ropes?
Thanks for your time, your opinions and advice would
be really appreciated.

NB: Apologies for the long write up, just really feel I
need to come out clear enough.

Your write-up is not long.
I am happy that you have not allowed your grade to deter you from pushing for success. The fact remains that those that succeed are those that see the obstacles but forge ahead nonetheless.
Can you name some of the trainings? My own advice is to get some experience as then go for Masters in Mechanical Engineering (Maintenance and Asset Management Option). This is particularly important as you have a Second Class Lower degree. Save the ‘a lot’ for Masters instead. Believe me, on-the-job experience (even as a maintenance technician) spiced up with a Masters degree (especially if it is foreign) will be more beneficial. Once you get your Masters, you can now begin to target professional trainings and certifications. You may even have funds at your disposal then to go abroad for trainings and short courses. Also professional bodies – NSE, ASME, etc.
In the meantime, while you are saving money and gaining experience, keep hunting for a better job that will provide more relevant experience and cash.

Cheers….

tonywirelex:
22years old....
Applied for electrical engineering but was given statistics,
Accepted d statistics....
After reading dis write-up i feel bad about myself,should i write jamb again or is statistics a good course??

No...Please don't rush into making that decision. Answer the following questions first:
What's your career aspiration? Is it flexible?
What level are you currently?
Are you enjoying Statistics?
Are you doing well in the course?


Cheers...

PilotOz:
@op.. u're an engineering graduate right? well Nice one. This is really goo. Just saved this page so that i can always read it wen i need extra motivation towards skul work.

Yes, you guessed right. I'm an engineer. But this write-up is meant for students of all fields.

Whatever career path you may desire; be it a full time job or entrepreneurship, the journey to success begins during studentship. More than half of the career issues / problems can be traced to poor or weak foundation. Here are some simple tips that can help students achieve their desired career.

1 Choose the right course of study – It all starts with your course of study. It is sometimes vital to get it right at that point. Many of the career challenges that young graduates face can be attributed to wrong choice of discipline. For instance, it is not unusual for me to receive enquiries from a Biology Education graduate (as an example) seeking ways to the oil and gas industry. A lot of people will argue that course of study doesn’t matter. This is true to some extent, but not in all cases. Many vacancies may be open to graduates from all fields, but a significant number of job openings still require graduates of certain disciplines. In addition, scholarship opportunities may vary depending on your course of study. It may be also difficult and time consuming switching careers after graduation. As much as you can, get it right from the start. However, it must be acknowledged that some are offered courses not by their choice.

2 Get good grades – I need to emphasize this as this is the second, if not the most important advice. There is a wide chasm between graduates of different grades/classes in the labour market today in almost every part of the world (not only in Nigeria), particularly between 2.1 and 2.2. The sad reality out there is that it is tough for grads with 2.2 and lower grades. They face strong discrimination. Many end up moving from one small job to another. They find it hard to make the big break. A few get lucky but that’s not always the case for many. Even additional degrees and certifications can never make up for low grades. For instance, the international oil firm I work for does not accept graduates with grades less than 2.1 as a matter of policy, even for internship and contract positions. It doesn’t matter if you are the child of the MD. You won’t get the opportunity without a 2.1. Quite a number of 2.2 grads have sought my help to gain graduate internship position in my workplace, but I couldn’t really help. Some postgraduate schools do not accept graduates with CGPA lower than a set limit. Foreign scholarship opportunities for a certain class of graduates are virtually non-existent. Don’t joke with your studies. Try as much as you can to finish with at least a 2.1 or Upper Credit. If possible, go for a first class or distinction. Good grade improves your self-esteem. Even if you seek to go into entrepreneurship / business ownership, get good grades. No one will think you are going into self- employment because you couldn’t cope with your studies. However, I am aware that not all students will finish with good grades (for one reason or the other). You can refer to my article on “10 helpful tips for graduates with 2.2 and lower grades” on Jarushub.

3 Get a mentor(s) – As much as possible, try and get mentors that will provide advice and guidance as you progress your studies. This should be people who have achieved success in their desired academic or career pursuits. Mentor may also be senior colleagues that are doing well academically. Mentors provide you with a clear and realistic outlook to life and career issues. They can help shape your thoughts. Some can also be helpful in securing student internship opportunities when the need arises. They may sometimes be busy due to their tight schedule. However, the onus lies on you to follow up and keep the relationship alive.

4 professional bodies – this is the best time for you to professional bodies. Most professional bodies offer discounted rates to students. You get the opportunities to meet professionals who can be potential mentors. You get to know about opportunities relating to your field and also attend conference, workshops and seminars that can aid capacity enhancement.
5 Certification – Certifications are not compulsory. However, some certifications may require you to start off early. An obvious example is ICAN. Others can be easily acquired and may real value when looking a job e.g. NISP HSE levels 1 – 3.

6 Be a balanced student – Like it is said, do not let the institution through you. through the institution. Participate in social activities in school. Develop your intellect by ing in intellectual debates. Get involved in sports and make sure you take care of your physical health. Learn new skills, like learning to play a musical instrument. Build other aspects of your life such as teamwork skills, coordination skills, communication skills, social skills, etc. You learn to balance your time and priorities at this stage. Make friends and start building network even amongst your fellow students. From personal observation, I can say that people build their most valuable relationships, not at the workplace but in school. Make use of that opportunity. You may never have it again. There are some skills (like playing keyboard) I wished I learnt while in school. But now, it’s too late. I believe I have missed some opportunities simply because I don’t know to play a keyboard.

7 Be informed about opportunities outside school – The best time to start equipping yourself with information is while you are a student. Learn about opportunities in the career, business and academic world. The decision to either gain work experience or further your education after graduation is best made as an undergraduate. Be informed. In that way, you don’t lose time.

8 Take Mathematics serious – This is particularly for those studying courses with little or no application of Mathematics. Mathematics helps to build your analytical skills, problem solving skills and cognitive ability. Besides you will find the knowledge useful when you start writing job aptitude tests. I know graduates who find it extremely difficult to scale through job aptitude tests partly or mainly because their knowledge of mathematics is poor. Some of them have excellent communication and interview skills but rarely get the chance to showcase these abilities as they are dropped at the first (test) stage. Ironically, the mathematics/quantitative aspect of an aptitude test is usually the easiest to get a high mark if you have a fair knowledge of elementary maths. Even as an art, social science or biological science students, practice basic mathematics as your spare time. You will never regret it.

9 Take advantage of undergraduate scholarships – there are so many of them now (Total, Shell, Mobil, MTN foundation, etc). Don’t let them slide. With more money at your disposal, you can achieve a lot like acquiring new skills and certifications, attending professional and business seminars/ workshops, buying resourceful books, etc. The money will also come handy when processing and applying for foreign postgraduate programs, grants or scholarships. Saved fund can also serve as buffer during the dry period of job hunting. Believe me, it takes money to job hunt. It was the money I saved from my undergraduate scholarship fund that saw me through during my 5 months of job hunting.

10. Do a good project work – Do a quality project work. Take your final year project thesis seriously. Do something you can be proud of, a work you can boldly include on your CV and defend. Understand your project work and be able to state what exactly you did and for what purpose, what you learnt, how it developed you, and how you were able to achieve your project goal. You will find it useful during interviews.

And last but certainly not the least…

11. Worry less and always have a positive outlook about the future– Worrying solves nothing. Worrying is a negative emotional energy. It has a deleterious effect on your mind, and weighs you down. It drains your positive energy. I have learnt over time that things sort themselves out at the right time. I how concerned I was as a corps member about getting a good job because of my age and limited internship experience. I worried so much till I decided to stop worrying at a point and focus. Today, I have worked with 3 firms many strongly desire to work for. Do your best, enjoy your moment as a student and leave the rest to God via prayers.

SOURCE: www.jarushub.com/10-career-success-tips-for-students

Just seeing this.
I guess the OP has received quality advice and guidance already.

Cheers...

Gerrard59:
Please I would like to know if it's nice and advisable to send a resume to the HR email address, posted on the company website?

Thanks a lot.

Sending resumes to HR email addresses is one of the several ways of job hunting. In some cases, it does not yield the desired result but you may be lucky to get one or two invites for interview. A few people have testified here that they got their jobs through unsolicited applications. On a personal level, I know someone that was called for interview 8-9 months after he sent his resume + cover letter to an HR email address he saw online, though he didn't later get the job. A friend of mine recently got called for an interview via unsolicited mail to an email address posted online. He is most likely going to get the job.
Sad truth is that you may not get a lot of response or from the recipients, but one or two may respond, and may even go further to call you for interview. Explore such opportunities. Afterall, what you need is a good job. It's better to send the mails than to sit at home doing nothing.


Cheers...

This thread makes front page again (post Tsunami). Wow. I started this thread not know I was going to impact on lives to this extent. I just wanted to contribute my window's mite.
Thanks to all those that have motivated, appreciated and encouraged me one way or the other. I am yet to be criticized or discouraged by anyone on Nairaland. It's quite unusual, and I am grateful. Even Seun now follows me. I'm honoured.

I have been inactive for a while, bugged down with work and other life necessities. But I promise to be back and better! Lots of lessons to share...

I also like to say a big thank you to all those that have kept the thread alive...bigdreams, darellrivers, nabsprada, 2sexy1, crudedude, McWhillion and a host of others too numerous to mention.

Cheers....

I know this is coming a bit too late but I wanna thank everyone for the nominations and the award won in the 2014 JSA Awards Ceremony. I just saw mentions. I am really honoured

I would have dropped the comment on the thread but it is now locked.

Read some of the comments here.

TheRealAdonye..kudos to you for the great job you did in coordinating the awards ceremony....I guess it's too late to receive my gift item

MarvellousGod...my partner in motivation...happy married life in advance...wish you all the best

To handsome Ferdybaba and cute Jamean...keep the flag flying

Veeevean1...4 awards! you try...

Davide470...I hail sir!

To adeaks, uglys, cc150515 (?), missjennifer, tolutweety, lero15, smallpeepee, kissq and others too numerous to mention but equally important ....it's countdown in hours to val's day....show some love now and always...happy val in advance.


Cheers.....!

Forgive me this is coming late.

Misterkay, your request kept coming to my mind this evening. I tried calling this evening, but your line was apparently switched off. I'm so sorry for keeping you on hold (for so long!). I will call you tomorrow unfailingly.

@ bidey4real and Ezechinwa, I will be back.

ngdammy:
Good evening,Happy Christmas.I hope we all had a nice day.
I am a final year student of biochemistry but I am shocked by the little opportunity avaliable in our industries for me after the hard work in school. Although,there are opportunities in the teaching line at all levels,I still feel there is more to the situation than I know.
Please I need the great minds in the house to share their experiences.All advice are welcomed

At the moment, your focus should be graduating with a good grade. A good grade will give you a good platform to get a good job. Many graduate jobs in Nigeria only require good grades to be considered irrespective of discipline. This includes banks, audit firms and other financial institutions.
Besides, some oil firms, notably NNPC employs biochemists as research assistants, lab technicians, and HSE officers (NNPC employs a significant number of biochemists). Biochemists are also involved in the current NLNG recruitment campaign. As a matter of fact, I know a first class biochemist who ed Shell as a graduate trainee. It must however be noted the demand for biochemists in the oil industry in Nigeria (and even beyond) is low.
Many FCMG companies (such as Reckitt Benchiser, Nestle, Coca Cola, etc) recruit biochemists too. Most notably, the brewing industry in Nigeria make use of the services of biochemists as brewers.
Furthermore, biochemists are involved in ongoing researches in developed countries to find cheaper, environmentally friendly and renewable source of energy with particular focus on biofuels (biogas, bioethanol and biodiesel).
In addition, biochemists are employed by some government agencies and parastatals such as NAFDAC and NABDA (National Biotechnology Development Agency).
There is the medical aspect of biochemistry (medical biochemistry) which I don't know much about. However, I don't think it's a popular career line in Nigeria as job vacancies for medical biochemists are highly limited.

A biochemist in the house can also help out!

Cheers....


SEASON'S GREETINGS TO ALL

Champella and others, thanks a lot. I really appreciate.

@Champella. By the way, I have never claimed to be a chemical engineer. The title 'engineer' is just fine with me

singlefade25:
ok, how are you?

I'm doing very well, and you? Season's greetings in advance.

singlefade25:
Welcome Boss.

Sincerely, and I'm not being humble when I say this - I'm not a boss
@ cc150615. I will still be viewing

singlefade25:
wow, xfire, please comment.

Lol. I was just a silent erby until I was caught by cc150615. I was busy surfing the internet and roaming Nairaland as I lied idly at home yesterday morning (as strike action entered day 4).
Great and interesting thread by the way.

johnne2k14:
Pls sir i want to for a professional training on sea engineer but my problem is where to , i will prefer the middle east country. pls advice me . Sir can we communicate more via email : johnne2k14 at gmail dot com

What do you mean by sea engineering? marine or subsea engineering?

Socratez20:
Wow! this thread has been so enlightening thus far, I've been following from the first page till now, God bless all the contributors and increase your boundaries. Amen
Meanwhile I'm a 400 level student of mechanical Engineering with a good grade, though not first class. Having gone through this thread I'm kind of in a fix, based on my current age I would have been through with school, served n have my Masters degree at 25, but considering the requirements of Graduate trainee programs I think I may not really fit in again at that time as the highest age I saw for the last one was 24, please sirs what should I do, advice needed thanks.

Please go ahead with your plan. You will still get opportunities as a 25 years old masters degree holder in mechanical engineering.
The issue of age barrier is less prevalent with engineering jobs. However, you can consider working and gaining valuable experience first after your BSc program before proceeding with your MSc study.