Overview

Our Internship Programme offers highly motivated individuals an opportunity to be exposed to the practice of law in a highly professional environment. It is designed to provide an inspiring experience, develop leadership attributes in young adults and assist them in realising their full potentials.

Internship Classifications

Secondary/High School Work Experience/Internship

This program is aimed at Senior Secondary School students who have indicated interest in the field of law. It provides an enriching environment to learn more about the legal field.

Eligibility

• Be a student in SS1 and above
• Be not less than 14 years old
• Be smart, teachable and a fast learner
• Require more than one (1) week work experience

Undergraduate Internship

The Undergraduate Internship program is for candidates currently pursuing a university degree. The prospective candidate must have completed at least the first year of university in the study of law.

Eligibility

• Have an equivalent of second class upper degree grade in Law (CGPA of 3.5 or higher)
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Internship duration is for a minimum of four (4) weeks

Graduate Internship

The Graduate program is open to fresh graduates seeking work experience while waiting for law school placement/NYSC posting.

Eligibility

• Have a minimum of second class upper degree grade in Law
• Be a pre NYSC or Pre Law School Student
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Internship duration is for a minimum of four (4) weeks

Application Process

TNP offers internship once a year between June – September each year. The Application period is between 1st December to 28th February each year The application process will occur online. All documents should be sent via email to careers@tnp.com.ng

OR

All documents should be uploaded via the career portal on TNP’s website. We will not accept any paper cv and/or documents.

Secondary/High School Internship

A letter from the Schools Head of School/Principal stating:

• The dates/period for internship
• The names of students

Undergraduate Internship

Your application will be complete when the following materials are submitted

• An Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae indicating your current CGPA
• A Cover letter
• A letter of recommendation from course adviser, head lecturer or professor.

Graduate Internship

Your application will be complete when the following materials are submitted

• An Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae indicating your current CGPA
• An Official Transcript or statement of result from your University
• A letter of recommendation from your course adviser, head lecturer or professor.

Selection Process

Applications will be assessed based on a candidate’s academic qualifications, leadership experience, past experience and extracurricular activities. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview. The choice of a physical interview or telephone/Skype interview will be granted to applicants. The Firm will notify prospective Candidates of its decision within ten (10) working days after the interview stage. Selection is made without regard to considerations of ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, marital status, or physical disability.

Engagement Process

An intern’s performance will be assessed and evaluated throughout the Internship period based on, but not limited to: written reports and briefs, presentation, comportment, ability to work within teams and independently. The intern will also be required to conduct legal research and make presentations on topics assigned to him/her. In addition, a mentor will be assigned to the intern, to whom the intern will submit a daily report of work done. Depending on the intern’s performance, the Firm may issue an official letter of recommendation based on an Intern’s request.

Professional Expectation

Interns are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times and in all aspects of their work assignments. They are required to be punctual and complete assignments within the timeframe specified by their supervisor or any other lawyer; Interns are expected to respect and maintain confidentiality with all information and data they may encounter during their internship with the Firm. Upon completion of the Internship program, Interns must return all properties belonging to the Firm.