Top 30 Companies Accepting Industrial Training Students in Ekiti State

 
Industrial Training (IT), also called the Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES), is a structured program designed to provide students with practical, real-world exposure in their respective fields. For students in Ekiti State, this program is vital in enhancing employability, sharpening skills, and preparing for the competitive workforce.

Ekiti, a state rich in educational institutions and emerging industries, provides a variety of opportunities for students across disciplines such as engineering, agriculture, health sciences, ICT, education, and administration.

This article outlines 30 reputable organizations and institutions in Ekiti State that regularly accept IT students and highlights the key benefits of participating in industrial training.

##Benefits of Industrial Training (SIWES)

Real-world experience: Apply classroom knowledge to solve practical problems.

Improved job readiness: Understand workplace culture and professional expectations.

Skills development: Enhance both technical and soft skills.

Career guidance: Discover personal interests and possible career paths.

Networking opportunities: Build relationships with industry professionals.


##1. Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti
Sector: Education/Research – Offers IT placements across faculties in ICT, sciences, social sciences, and administration.

##2. Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE)
Sector: Higher Education – Students in engineering, computer science, microbiology, and environmental sciences can intern across departments.
Website: fuoye.edu.ng

##3. Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH)
Sector: Healthcare – Ideal for medical lab science, nursing, radiography, and public health students.

##4. Ekiti State Ministry of Works and Transportation
Sector: Engineering – Civil engineering and project management students gain hands-on experience in construction and road maintenance.

##5. Ekiti State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development
Sector: Agriculture – Students in crop science, animal science, and agro-economics can intern here.

##6. Ekiti State Water Corporation
Sector: Water Resources – Interns engage in water distribution, sanitation, and hydraulic systems.

##7. Broadcasting Service of Ekiti State (BSES)
Sector: Media – Mass communication and journalism students can train in news, production, and editing.

##8. Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), Ado-Ekiti
Sector: Broadcasting – Offers internships in video editing, reporting, and program development.

##9. Federal Ministry of Works, Ado-Ekiti Zonal Office
Sector: Public Works – Engineering students work on federal construction projects and designs.

##10. Ekiti State Waste Management Board
Sector: Environment – Environmental health and public health students gain practical experience in sanitation services.

##11. Ekiti State Ministry of Environment
Sector: Environmental Protection – Ideal for students in geography, urban planning, and ecology.

##12. Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service (EKIRS)
Sector: Taxation – Students in accounting, economics, and finance train in revenue collection and administration.

##13. Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ekiti Command
Sector: Road Safety – Public administration and statistics students intern in logistics, data analysis, and traffic management.

##14. Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST), Ado-Ekiti
Sector: Logistics – Business and communication students gain experience in logistics and postal services.

##15. Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency (SMEDAN), Ado-Ekiti
Sector: Entrepreneurship – Business and marketing students work on enterprise development and outreach.

##16. Ministry of Information and Civic Orientation, Ekiti State
Sector: Public Relations – Students engage in media relations, content development, and communication strategy.

##17. Ekiti State House of Assembly
Sector: Legislative/Governance – Political science and public admin students gain experience in legislative research and governance.

##18. National Orientation Agency (NOA), Ekiti Office
Sector: Civic Education – Offers internships in community development and national integration projects.

##19. Ekiti State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (ESPHCDA)
Sector: Public Health – Internships for nursing, community health, and medical students.

##20. Zenith Bank Plc, Ado-Ekiti Branch
Sector: Banking – Finance, accounting, and economics students gain real-world banking experience.

##21. First Bank of Nigeria, Ado-Ekiti Branch
Sector: Banking – Students learn customer service, loan processing, and financial analysis.

##22. Access Bank Plc, Ado-Ekiti
Sector: Finance – Opportunities for IT, business, and finance students in branch operations.

##23. Ekiti State Tourism Board
Sector: Culture & Tourism – Hospitality and tourism students gain insight into cultural promotion and destination management.

##24. Ekiti State ICT Development Agency
Sector: Information Technology – Internships in software development, networking, and database management.

##25. Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti
Sector: Education – Students work in labs, workshops, and administrative units for practical exposure.

##26. Ekiti State Electricity Board
Sector: Energy – Internships for electrical and power engineering students in rural electrification projects.

##27. Christ’s School, Ado-Ekiti
Sector: Education – Education and science students engage in teaching practice and school administration.

##28. Local Government Secretariats (e.g., Ado, Ikere, Ijero)
Sector: Local Governance – Students in public admin, political science, and sociology work in grassroots planning and administration.

##29. UBA, GTBank, EcoBank (Various Branches)
Sector: Finance – Offer internships in customer service, teller operations, and banking systems.

##30. NGOs and Development Organizations (e.g., Red Cross, Health NGOs)
Sector: Non-Profit – Internships for social science, international relations, and health science students working on outreach and advocacy.

##Conclusion
Ekiti State offers diverse and rewarding opportunities for industrial training across sectors like health, engineering, education, agriculture, media, ICT, and government. As a student, choosing the right IT placement can provide meaningful experience, build confidence, and set the foundation for a successful career.