The 10 Academy is an intensive post-graduate programme which will identify, train and launch high potential young African University graduates into careers where they have the opportunity to have an extraordinary large impact.
The pilot edition will take place in Ghana in 2017 with 30 students from across Africa. This a project of Infinite Potentials Consulting (IPC) in partnership with Ashesi University. It is a non-profit initiative.
10 Academy Fellows are young African builders who are capable of combining high cognitive ability, strong work ethics, passion for delivering results and knowledge of technology, to deliver results that are 10 times more impactful than what an average person can.
The Fellows will receive free tuition, accommodation and food covered for the duration of the course and will take part in an intensive, residential 2- month long programme through which they will work closely together to learn modern skills, work on a real-world project with potential for major impact and develop into a community of aligned and passionate youth working for development in Africa.
Each 10 Academy Fellow will take up a 6 month paid internship after the programme and there are discussions with a number of leading companies working in Africa to provide internship.
Eligiblity
- Be 30 years or younger by June 30, 2017
Hold a bachelor or undergraduate university degree by June 30, 2017 (completed undergraduate in 2016 or 2017) - Be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English
- Be citizen or permanent resident of an African country
- Have an energetic, positive attitude and a huge work ethic
So far 30 Fellows admitted to 10 Academy and 100% of them are receiving paid internships .The cost and tuition fee for attending the programme, they target 50 female Fellows.
Deadline for applications is March 31st. Visit the official website and apply.