IMF Tech Mentorship Programme 2026

The Imoleayo Michael Foundation is inviting applications for the IMF Tech Mentorship Programme 2026, a free, fully remote mentorship opportunity designed for aspiring technology professionals in Nigeria. The programme is intended to help participants gain clearer career direction, strengthen their professional profiles, develop practical evidence of their skills and prepare for opportunities in the technology industry.

The mentorship programme will run for 10 weeks from October 12 to December 14, 2026. It is designed for people who have already started their technology journey, including those currently learning a digital skill, recently completing relevant training, transitioning into technology or working within their first two years of a technology career.

Rather than focusing only on technical learning, the programme addresses several areas that can help participants move from learning technology skills to building a career around those skills. Participants will receive mentorship, structured guidance, practical assignments and feedback while developing career materials and an action plan for their next steps.

About the Mentorship Programme

The IMF Tech Mentorship Programme is an initiative of the Imoleayo Michael Foundation, an organisation focused on providing young Africans with mentorship, skills, guidance and access to opportunities.

The programme is designed for aspiring technology professionals who may have completed courses or begun developing technical skills but need additional support to determine how to apply those skills professionally.

Through the 10 week programme, participants will work on career planning, professional branding, portfolio development, practical projects, networking and interview preparation. Mentors will provide feedback and recommendations throughout the process.

The programme is fully remote, meaning participants can take part online without relocating. Applicants will need reliable internet access and a suitable device and must be able to commit to the complete programme.

Programme Benefits

• Free participation with no programme fee

• Fully remote learning and mentorship

• Direct mentor feedback and professional guidance

• Clear career goal and target role development

• CV improvement and professional profile support

• LinkedIn profile optimisation

• Portfolio, GitHub or evidence of work development

• Career relevant project or case study development

• Networking strategy and professional connection guidance

• Interview preparation support

• Structured 90 day career action plan

• Accountability throughout the mentorship period

Programme Areas

The mentorship programme focuses on practical career development for people pursuing technology and digital careers.

Key areas include:

• Technology career planning

• Career goal setting

• Professional branding

• CV development

• LinkedIn optimisation

• Portfolio development

• GitHub and evidence of work

• Practical project development

• Case study development

• Networking

• Interview preparation

• Career action planning

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Be a Nigerian citizen or resident

• Be currently learning a technology or digital skill

• Have recently completed relevant technology or digital training

• Be transitioning into a technology career

• Be within the first two years of a technology career

• Demonstrate effort, curiosity and willingness to learn

• Be coachable and receptive to feedback

• Have a clear reason for seeking mentorship

• Have access to basic internet connectivity

• Have a suitable device for participating remotely

• Be able to commit to the full 10 week programme

• Be willing to complete assigned activities

What Participants Will Work Towards

During the programme, participants will work toward developing practical career resources and strategies that can support their transition into technology employment or further professional development.

Participants will identify a specific career goal and target role, review and improve their CV, and strengthen their LinkedIn profile. Depending on their technology field, they can also improve a portfolio, GitHub profile or other evidence demonstrating their capabilities.

The programme also includes practical project or case study development. This gives participants an opportunity to demonstrate what they can do rather than relying only on certificates from completed courses.

Participants will also develop networking strategies and prepare materials for future interviews. By the end of the mentorship, they are expected to work toward a structured 90 day career action plan outlining practical steps they can take after the programme.

How to Apply

1. Review the IMF Tech Mentorship Programme details and confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements.
2. Consider your current technology or digital skill level and identify the career direction you want to pursue.
3. Prepare the information required for the application, including your motivation for seeking mentorship.
4. Complete the online application form provided by the Imoleayo Michael Foundation.
5. Submit your application before the October 10, 2026 deadline.
6. If selected, commit to the full programme from October 12 to December 14, 2026 and complete the assigned activities.