Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited, operator of the NNPC/Renaissance/TotalEnergies/Agip Energy and Natural Resources Joint Venture (Renaissance JV), is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the 2027 Sabbatical and Postgraduate Research Internship Programme. The programme provides opportunities for Nigerian postgraduate students and experienced university lecturers to undertake industry-related research, gain practical experience and contribute to research, innovation and technical development within the energy sector. Applications open on 23 October 2026 and close on 6 November 2026. Interested candidates must submit their applications and supporting documents by email, clearly indicating their preferred team or discipline. Both programme tracks run for 12 months and are non-renewable. 1. Postgraduate Research Internship for University Students The Postgraduate Research Internship is designed for Nigerian postgraduate students pursuing MSc, M.Phil. or PhD qualifications. Participants will have the opportunity to gain industry-related experience and conduct relevant research within Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited. The programme connects postgraduate academic work with practical challenges in the energy industry, allowing participants to develop technical knowledge and contribute to research activities aligned with the company’s operational priorities. Available teams and research disciplines include: Environment: Impact assessment and environmental compliance monitoring. Occupational Health: Health promotion, epidemiology and statistics. Pipeline Availability: PhD candidates in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering or Oil and Gas Engineering, with at least three years of pipeline engineering experience in design, construction or integrity assessment. Exploration: PhD interns specialising in Geology or Geophysics, with research interests in artificial intelligence applications within exploration workflows. Applicants should ensure that their postgraduate qualifications, research interests and relevant experience align with the requirements of their chosen discipline. 2. Sabbatical Attachment for University Lecturers The Sabbatical Attachment is intended for university lecturers at the rank of Senior Lecturer or above. It provides an opportunity to undertake research and other professional activities that support Renaissance Africa Energy Company’s business objectives. Participants may also contribute to teaching, research and technical capacity development at the Renaissance JV Centres of Excellence (CoEs). The 12-month attachment offers experienced academics an opportunity to connect their specialised knowledge with industry needs while contributing to research and institutional collaboration. Available teams and disciplines include: Environment: Impact assessment, biodiversity, environmental toxicology, air quality assessment, hydrobiology, water chemistry, hydrogeology and ecology. Corporate Relations – Social Performance: Social impact assessment and management. Corporate Relations – Host Community Development Trust: Stakeholder relations and Host Community Development Trust (HCDT) activities. Community Health: Consultant Community Health, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Paediatrics. Nigerian Content Development: Professors in any engineering discipline with interests in process engineering or project engineering. Centre of Excellence in Geosciences and Petroleum Engineering: Geology, Geophysics and Petroleum Engineering at the University of Benin, Benin City. Centre of Excellence in Marine and Offshore Engineering: Marine and Offshore Engineering and Naval Architecture at Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt. Exploration: Geology, Geophysics and artificial intelligence applications in exploration workflows. Eligibility and Application Requirements Applicants must select the programme track and discipline relevant to their academic qualifications, professional experience and research interests. Postgraduate internship applicants should demonstrate alignment with the selected research area. Candidates applying for the Pipeline Availability internship must meet the specified PhD and minimum three-year pipeline engineering experience requirements. Sabbatical applicants must hold a university appointment at Senior Lecturer level or above. Professorial applicants for Nigerian Content Development should have an engineering background and an interest in process or project engineering. Previous participants are not eligible, as applications from individuals who have participated in the programme before will not be considered. Required Application Documents Applicants must prepare the following documents: For all applicants: An application letter clearly stating the preferred team or discipline. A curriculum vitae containing a contact telephone number, email address and contact details for three referees. Additional requirement for sabbatical applicants: A titled, one-page summary explaining how the applicant intends to add value to Renaissance’s business during the 12-month sabbatical. Additional requirement for postgraduate research interns: A research proposal covering the study background, technical objectives, methodology, required data and expected outcomes. Incomplete applications or application letters that do not clearly identify the preferred team or discipline may not be considered. How to Apply Applications and supporting documents must be submitted by email to: university-relations@renaissanceafrica.com Applicants should use the relevant team or discipline as the email subject line. The application letter and accompanying documents should be organised clearly and submitted before the deadline. Application opening date: 23 October 2026 Application deadline: 6 November 2026 Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Important Information About Fees and Fraud Prevention The Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited and its Joint Venture partners confirm that the application process is entirely free. They do not request payments from applicants and do not appoint representatives or agents to process applications on their behalf. Candidates should avoid individuals or organisations requesting money in exchange for application assistance, selection or placement. All applications should be submitted directly through the official email address provided in the announcement. Data Protection and Privacy Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited states that personal information collected during recruitment will be used exclusively for candidate selection and will not be used for incompatible purposes or direct marketing. The company indicates that appropriate safeguards will be applied when personal data is shared with third parties. Information will be retained only as long as necessary for its intended purpose or to meet applicable legal requirements. Applicants may contact the university relations team with data protection inquiries or concerns. Why Apply? The 2027 NNPC/Renaissance JV programme offers postgraduate students and experienced academics an opportunity to engage with industry-related research, strengthen technical expertise and contribute to Nigeria’s energy sector. Candidates should prepare discipline-specific applications that clearly explain their research interests, relevant experience and potential contribution to Renaissance’s work. VISIT THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and WPChannel Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) does not take ownership or credit for the opportunities shared on this platform. All opportunities are sourced from official announcements and external sources for informational purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to verify all details, deadlines, and eligibility requirements from the official source before applying. Opportunities may be updated or changed by the providing organisations.