Go Beyond Learning
– Build the Work Experience Required to Land Your First Job
Designed for ambitious learners who’ve gained digital skills through self-learning, bootcamps, or short courses but lack real-world work experience. Whether you're a university student, a career switcher, professional, or a recent graduate, we help you turn your knowledge into job-ready confidence through remote, practical, structured internships aligned with real client needs.
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Real-World, Client-Aligned Projects
At Thrive Internships, you're not just learning — you're solving real business problems.
Each group or individual project is carefully matched with a real client case. That means:
- You work on live business challenges, not hypothetical tasks
- Projects are deployed after review and feedback — your solutions actually make it into the real world
- Each project follows a logical, step-by-step structure so you learn how to approach, structure, and solve problems just like professionals do in real work settings
Special Track
GH₵200
- Dedicated Project Support: Daily Q&A sessions with assigned project managers and industry mentors.
- Weekly Workshops led by Lead Industry Mentors
- Group & Individual Projects: Collaborative sprints plus solo deep-dives
- Real-Time Support: Daily and timely feedback on tasks and projects
- Peer Review: Structured reviews to refine deliverables
- Real-World Client Project: Your group work is deployed in production, not shelved
- Masterclasses offered every two weeks with invited guests
Cancel anytime.
No card required.
Advanced Track
- Dedicated Project Support: Daily Q&A sessions with assigned project managers and industry mentors.
- Weekly Workshops led by Lead Industry Mentors
- Group & Individual Projects: Collaborative sprints plus solo deep-dives
- Real-Time Support: Daily and timely feedback n tasks and projects
- Peer Review: Structured reviews to refine deliverables
- Real-World Client Project: Your group work is deployed in production, not shelved
- Masterclasses offered every two weeks with invited guests
Cancel anytime.
No card required.
Thrive Internships Application Process
Your journey from interest to internship begins here. Follow these simple steps to secure your place in our Foundational or Advanced Tracks.
1
Register Your Interest
Choose the internship track and career pathway that matches your background and goals. Fill out our simple registration form to get started.
2
Get Onboarded
Our Program Support Team will contact you to welcome you and share all the essential information you need.
3
Take a Mini Aptitude Test
To ensure you're ready for the hands-on experience, you'll complete a short aptitude test based on your selected career path.
4
Secure Your Spot
To confirm your enrollment.
Real-World, Career Readiness
- Business Writing & Communication: Develop workplace-ready reports and presentations
- Generative AI for Work: Leverage AI tools to boost productivity and insights
- LinkedIn Profile Optimization: Strengthen your professional brand and visibility
- CV Review & Interview Preparation: Expert feedback to refine job applications
- Industry Showcase: Pitch your completed projects to employers and industry leaders
Who It’s For
University Students
looking to gain practical, hands-on experience.
Self-taught Learners
who have completed online courses but need proof of skills.
Graduates and Professionals
ready to build real projects and get noticed by employers
Career Switchers
who want to build a portfolio in a new field
At Thrive internship, we’re on a bold mission to unlock digital skills, practical work experience, and career readiness for 1 million Africans by 2026.All of this is sustained through a one-time, low-cost administrative fee helping us keep the program accessible to everyone, regardless of background.
Explore Our High-Paying In-Demand Career Paths
Data Science and Analytics
Turn your Data Analytics Knowledge into real-world impact with hands-on projects, expert-led workshops, mentorship, and client-facing challenges.
Special Track
People who love solving problems and making sense of numbers.
Data Science (Machine Learning & AI Focused)
Turn your Machine Learning and AI knowledge into real-world impact with hands-on projects, expert-led workshops, mentorship, and client-facing challenges.
Special Track
Coders and data lovers curious about how machines can "learn and predict stuffs".
Cybersecurity
Turn your Cybersecurity knowledge into real-world impact with hands-on projects, expert-led workshops, mentorship, and client-facing challenges.
Special Track
People who like figuring out how things work and want to stop hackers.
Social Media Marketing
How to grow brands and engage followers on platforms like Instagram, TikTok & LinkedIn.
Coming Soon
Creatives who enjoy posting, storytelling, or helping businesses grow online.
Digital Advertising
How to run paid ads on Facebook, Instagram, Google and more.
Coming Soon
People who want to help businesses sell more through online ads.
Front-End Web Development
How to build websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and front-end tools.
Coming Soon
Tech lovers who enjoy creating websites or interactive apps.
UI/UX Design (Digital Product Design)
How to design websites or apps that are easy and beautiful to use.
Coming Soon
Creative minds who enjoy designing and solving problems visually.
Generative AI for Work & Career
How to use AI tools (like ChatGPT, Notion AI, Midjourney) to work faster and better.
Coming Soon
Anyone curious about AI who wants to be more productive or creative at work.
Graphic Design
How to create eye-catching visuals using Canva, Photoshop or Illustrator.
Coming Soon
Artistic people who like creating designs and visuals.
WordPress Website Development
How to build and manage websites using WordPress themes and plugins.
Coming Soon
Freelancers, business owners, or marketers who want to build websites fast.
Our team
At Thrive Internships, you won’t be learning alone. You’ll be guided by real professionals who’ve worked with top companies across Africa, and beyond.
Gad Ocran 🇬🇭
Founder and CEO | Head of Digital Marketing Education
10yrs experience in building digital businesses and Chief Digital Officer
PgDip. Msc. Digital Marketing, UK
Charles Allotey 🇬🇭
Chief Edtech Officer |Head of Design and Engineering Education
Augustine Annan (PHD) 🇺🇸
Head of Data Science and AI Education
Msc. Mphil. PHD (Mathematical Science, Data Science)
Benita Hindan 🇳🇬
Head of Analytics Education
A senior data analyst with a top 5 bank in Nigeria
Jonathan Ayodele 🇳🇬
Head of Cyber and IT security Education
Msc. Cybersecurity, UK, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, Security+, CCNA, CompTIA A+
Member of the Cyber Security Experts Association of Nigeria, the British Computer Society, ISC2, ISACA and the Chartered Institute of Information Security, London.
Shadrack Darku 🇬🇭
Head of Cloud Computing Education Unit and Senior Data Science and AI course mentor.
AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Senior Data Scientist and Cloud- Ishango.AI
What Makes Our Mentors Special ?
- They've been where you want to go.
From building brands to launching products, managing big data to running ad campaigns—our mentors have done it all. - They work with you, not just teach.
You'll have daily access to mentors for feedback, advice, and Q&A. They help review your projects, challenge your thinking, and push you to do your best work. - They care about your growth.
Our mentors are passionate about helping the next generation of talent thrive. They're friendly, approachable, and deeply committed to your success.
Structured, Practical Learning Flow
Every project follows a logical workflow used in top global teams. This means you’ll learn not just what to do, but how to work.
Here’s how it’s structured:
Understand the Client Challenge:
Receive real or modeled briefs from local/global businesses
Collaborate & Plan:
Join team sprints with project managers and mentors guiding your process.
Deliver in Weekly Milestones:
Submit weekly tasks and get prompt feedback
Deploy and Present:
Launch your project, analyze results, and present it on Demo Day
Reflect & Optimize:
Learn how to report, document, and improve your project for your portfolio.
This structure helps you build a repeatable work rhythm — and gives you the confidence to take on real-world roles after the internship.
Build, Pitch, and Win
At the end of the Thrive Internship Program, participants have the chance to present their innovative projects. The top project wins exciting prizes, including:
Up to USD 10,000 for study and work abroad in in-demand programs
Internship and job placement with partner companies
LinkedIn Premium for enhanced networking and job searching
One-on-one career mentorship with expert mentors
Scholarships for advanced programs and diploma courses
Books and educational resources for continued learning
Launch Your Tech Career
Ready to transform your future? Join our internship program and gain hands-on experience with industry experts. Learn from professionals who've worked with top companies across Africa. Your journey to becoming a tech professional starts here.
