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Graduate Circle

An 8-week, completely free career transition fellowship designed to help recent graduates across Africa build career clarity, develop practical professional skills, connect with mentors and prepare for the opportunities ahead.

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Benefits

What you gain from the Circle

Six areas the eight weeks are built around, from getting clear on direction to staying connected once the programme ends.

1

Career Clarity

Gain a clearer understanding of your interests, strengths, skills and possible career directions.

2

Practical Career Skills

Develop practical skills for navigating applications, professional communication, interviews and the workplace.

3

Professional Positioning

Learn how to present your skills, experience and potential through your CV, LinkedIn profile and professional identity.

4

Mentorship

Learn from professionals who can provide practical guidance and perspectives on navigating life and work after university.

5

Career Exposure

Engage with professionals and gain insight into different career paths, industries and opportunities.

6

Peer Community

Learn alongside other recent graduates who are also navigating the transition from university to professional life.

Eligibility

Who can apply

Graduate Circle is designed for recent graduates across Africa.

You can apply if you:

  • Have completed your undergraduate degree.

  • Graduated within the last two years.

  • Identify as an African.

  • Want to develop your career and professional skills.

  • Can commit to the full 8-week programme.

  • Plan to participate actively in programme sessions, activities and community engagements.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Graduate Circle?
Graduate Circle is an 8-week career transition fellowship by Straight Talk With Undergraduates Foundation (STUF), designed for recent graduates across Africa.
Who is Graduate Circle for?
The programme is designed for recent graduates who are navigating the transition from university into employment, professional life, further education, entrepreneurship or other career pathways.
How long is the programme?
Graduate Circle runs for 8 weeks.
What is the STUF Graduate Circle?

The Graduate Circle is a community for recent graduates navigating the transition from university into work and professional life. It provides access to career development resources, mentorship, learning opportunities, professional connections and relevant opportunities that can help graduates take their next step.

Is Graduate Circle only for Nigerian graduates?
No. Graduate Circle is designed for recent graduates across Africa.
Do I need to know exactly what career I want?
No. You do not need to have your career path completely figured out before applying. Developing greater career clarity is part of the programme.
What will I learn?
The programme covers career clarity, skills identification, professional positioning, applications, interviews, networking, mentorship, opportunity discovery and career planning.
Will I receive mentorship?
Yes. Mentorship and professional engagement are key components of the Graduate Circle experience.
Is Graduate Circle free?
Yes. Graduate Circle is completely free for selected fellows. There is no programme fee to participate.
Will I get a job after the programme?
Graduate Circle does not guarantee employment. The programme is designed to help you develop the skills, tools, knowledge and relationships needed to navigate your career more intentionally.
Will I receive a certificate?
Fellows who meet the programme's completion requirements will receive a certificate.
Is the programme online?
Yes.