About AMIP
The Tony Elumelu Foundation’s African Markets Internship Programme (AMIP) is a leadership programme designed to give MBA students with a passion for African economic development the opportunity to obtain firsthand experience with business in emerging markets, develop essential skills and build a network in the fields of professional entrepreneurship and business management throughout Africa.
How it Works
This year, an exclusive group of MBA students from leading business schools in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, the United States and Europe will be selected to work with The Tony Elumelu Foundation as associates with fast-growing, African-owned and -operated enterprises across multiple sectors. Selected associates will participate in a highly structured 10-week programme in which they will gain, produce and contribute to knowledge, processes and projects that can help to strengthen and grow the enterprise and contribute to job creation, economic growth and innovation in Africa. Associates will also enjoy retreats, sightseeing, social events and opportunities to see and learn about West, East, Central, and Southern Africa. Candidates with a long-term interest in Sub-Saharan Africa employment opportunities are strongly encouraged to apply. For a list of past participating business schools and universities click here
Areas of Focus
Placements vary across sectors and regions. The 2012 programme will span a number of sectors including media, manufacturing, consulting, private equity, oil and gas, agribusiness, ICT and more. There will also be select placements in public sector agencies focused on driving the competitiveness of the private sector.
Our Host Companies
“The firms we selected not only have the capacity to host interns;
they are able to offer them first-class learning experiences.
These companies have strong management teams; they’re open to
long-term participation, and some have received international awards
for business performance and visionary leadership.”
–Dr. Wiebe Boer, CEO of The Tony Elumelu Foundation.
To view our host companies click here.
AMIP Associate Testimonials
The AMIP internship has been a very valuable and useful experience that would help shape my leadership development. I've been exposed to the real challenges of doing business in Africa and gained insights to the vast amount of opportunities that exist on the continent.– Ope Onibokun
To read more testimonials by our associates, click here.
