The SIWES Unit of University on the Niger serves as a vital link between academic learning and practical industry experience. Established in alignment with the national Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme, the Unit is committed to equipping students with the hands-on skills, professional exposure, and workplace competencies required to thrive in today’s dynamic labor market.

The Unit coordinates, monitors, and evaluates all SIWES activities for eligible students across various disciplines. It works closely with the Industrial Training Fund, industry partners, and academic departments to ensure that students are placed in relevant organizations where they can gain meaningful experience aligned with their fields of study.

At the core of its mandate, the SIWES Unit facilitates student placement, provides orientation and guidance, supervises industrial training exercises, and ensures proper documentation through logbooks and final reports. Through these structured processes, the Unit promotes the development of technical proficiency, professional ethics and critical workplace skills.

The SIWES Unit of the University on the Niger remains dedicated to fostering strong partnerships with industries and organizations, thereby creating opportunities for students to translate theoretical knowledge into practical solutions. Ultimately, the Unit plays a strategic role in enhancing graduate employability and supporting the University’s mission of producing competent, innovative and industry-ready graduates.