Oil and Gas Technical Apprentice Programme (OGTAP) is one of the most effective apprenticeship programs of its sort, which is run by OPITO and the ECITB.
Since its founding in 1999, the program has grown in prominence and provides a respectable educational opportunity while supplying the oil and gas sector with professionals who are appropriately qualified, motivated, and trained.
In addition to receiving hands-on training from OGTAP-supporting organisations, OGTAP apprentices have the chance to earn recognised credentials.
Eligibility
To be considered for the Oil and Gas Internship Technical Apprentice Programme, you must satisfy the following criteria:
- Have a National Identity Number (NIN) before applying for the OGTAP Scheme. Applicants are to note that they will be required to verify their NIN before proceeding with the application (NIMC verification charges apply). ALSO NOTE THAT MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION.
- Must be 16-35 years of age by May of the year of applying,
- Ordinary Level (O’ Level) WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or NBAIS – either external (GCE) or internal and must have a credit grade C in the following subjects.
- Mathematics
- English
- Physics,
- Chemistry
- One Other
- OGTAP will also consider your application if you have the below qualifications in Engineering, Science, and other related fields.
- Diploma (OND & Others)
- Higher National Diploma (HND, NCE & Others)
- Bachelor’s Degree (BSC/BENG & Others)
- Post Graduate (PGD/MSC/PHD & Others)
We welcome applications from anybody who meets the entry requirements with an interest in pursuing a career in this field.
Benefits
Participating in the OGTAP Oil and Gas Apprenticeship program allows you to work with some of the top professionals in the field, earn money while you learn, and obtain internationally recognised credentials.
Apprentices spend 21 months at a college chosen by the industry, where they earn a variety of credentials, such as:
- Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Level 2 (Performing Engineering Operation)
- National Certificate (multi-discipline)
- Higher National Certificate (allocated discipline)
- OPITO Global Standards – Oil and Gas Level 2
In addition to receiving industry-specific skills and earning an SVQ Level 3 in their chosen field, OGTAP apprentices work with a sponsoring energy company for two years after graduating from college.
Program offered by the OGTAP Internship Program
The program is offered in four key disciplines:
- Electrical Maintenance
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Process Operations
- Instrumentation and Control Maintenance
Here’s a taster from our OGTAP Champions explaining why it’s one of the most sought-after apprenticeships globally:
Deadline: January 5th, 2025
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