Interswitch, an integrated payments and digital commerce company, has announced the induction of the third and largest cohort of developer interns into its Developer Academy. This move reinforces its long-standing commitment to building world-class technology talent and strengthening Africa's digital ecosystem.
Selected from a pool of over 20,000 applications, the new cohort emerged through a rigorous multi-stage process involving technical assessments and interviews. Their induction highlights both the scale of interest in software engineering opportunities in Nigeria and Interswitch's role in nurturing the next generation of highly skilled technology professionals.
Commitment to Long-Term Talent Development
Commenting on the initiative, founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of Interswitch, Mitchell Elegbe, emphasized the importance of taking a long-term, ecosystem-driven approach to talent development. "At Interswitch, we have always believed in the capacity to see beyond the immediate challenges and focus on long-term impact," he said. "While the migration of skilled talent remains a reality, our approach is to actively shape the outcomes by building a strong and sustainable pipeline of technology professionals."
Elegbe added: "We are therefore committed to equipping individuals with the capabilities to contribute meaningfully to the broader technology ecosystem, locally and globally, not just for our own needs at Interswitch. In doing so, we are not only strengthening the industry but also reinforcing Nigeria's position as a source of globally competitive engineering talent."
Program Structure and Tracks
The 9-month programme brings together talents across key engineering tracks, including Backend Development, DevOps, Mobile Development, Frontend Engineering, and Quality Assurance. Designed as an intensive and structured learning experience, the Developer Academy combines theoretical instruction with real-world application, equipping participants with the skills required to thrive in an increasingly global and competitive technology landscape.
Impact on Participants and Ecosystem
Group Chief Human Resources Officer at Interswitch, Franklin Ali, also commented: "The Developer Academy reflects our long-term commitment to building talent at scale. We are equipping these young professionals not just with technical skills, but with the mindset, discipline, and adaptability required to thrive in diverse environments."
Ali further noted: "Whether they build their careers within Interswitch, contribute to the local ecosystem, or explore global opportunities, they represent the strength and potential of Nigerian talent and carry forward the standard of excellence we are committed to building."
