Building Africa’s Digital Workforce
Welcome to Utídia, Africa’s all-in-one hub for digital apprenticeships, remote career growth, practical upskilling, and a skilled talent marketplace for businesses. Whether you’re an undergraduate, a job-seeking professional, a growing business, or a higher institution preparing the next generation — there’s a place for you at Utídia.
Building Africa’s Digital Workforce
Utidia is a social impact-driven platform committed to equipping African talents — especially undergraduates, graduates, and professionals — with digital skills, apprenticeship experiences, and career opportunities for the future of work.
As a proud subsidiary of Youthup Global, Utidia continues the broader mission of tackling youth unemployment by championing digital apprenticeships, remote career growth, and business outsourcing solutions that connect learning with doing.
At the heart of this work is a simple belief: Learning must lead to earning.
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Utidia for Undergraduates
Gain real-world experience and build a portfolio while studying through digital apprenticeships, gigs, internships, and project-based roles.
Utidia for Graduates & Professionals
Join Remutify, our remote career support community, with access to certifications, mentorship, job search support, and career accelerators.
Utidia for Businesses
Hire Africa’s top talents. From undergraduates to experienced professionals, we connect global brands and local businesses to pre-vetted talent through free job posting, one-time placements, and BPO solutions for front-desk & back-office support.
Utidia For Higher Institutions
Through our Study & Work Program, we empower your students with industry-relevant portfolio experience, remote gigs, and global opportunities — equipping them for today’s workforce and positioning them for the future of work.
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Hear From Our Community
Through the Study and Work Program, I landed a contract role with a U.S. company. The mentorship, training, and support I received were life-changing.”
Thanks to the UAI Work Board and its partner placements, I got my first international contract with a U.S.-based firm. The opportunity gave me both experience and global exposure.
Joining the Remutify Community was a game changer. After using the Remote Job Support program, I secured multiple remote jobs and grew professionally within months.
We’ve hired tech talents from the Study and Work Digital Apprenticeship Program, and the experience has been impressive. These young professionals came in ready to work and grow. It's a win-win.
As the founder of EmpowerLinked, IM2D, and IS-3, I’ve hired multiple apprentices from Utidia. The quality of talent and training in the program is world-class. These apprentices are building the future of work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Utídia?
Utídia is a digital apprenticeship and career development platform that equips students and professionals with future-ready skills, mentorship, and access to remote work opportunities including gigs, projects, internships, and apprenticeships.
Who can join Utidia?
Undergraduates, graduates, professionals, businesses, and higher institutions can all benefit from Utídia’s programs. Each group has a tailored pathway.
What is the Study & Work Digital Apprenticeship Program?
It’s a structured program for undergraduates that combines the Remote Job Placement Qualifying Course, mentorship, and access to the Work Board — giving students practical experience while still in school.
What is the Apprenticeship Work Board?
The Work Board is an exclusive hub for Study & Work Program members, featuring remote gigs, internships, projects, and apprenticeship opportunities updated monthly.
Can graduates or professionals use the Work Board?
The Work Board is primarily designed for undergraduates. Graduates and professionals access verified job opportunities through Remutify.
What is the Remote Job Placement Qualifying Course?
It’s a 6–8 week mentor-led course, sponsored by Youthup Global (₦70,000 value), designed to prepare undergraduates for remote work and global placements.
1. Private Students: Apply for the Study & Work Grant by completing the Utídia Private Student Registration Form. With approval, pay ₦10,000 to unlock the course, certification, mentorship, and one-year Work Board access.
2. Partner Institution Students: Download the Study & Work Grant Endorsement Form, get it endorsed by the Dean of Student Affairs (or designated office), then upload it via the Utídia Partner Institution Student Registration Form. With endorsement, pay ₦5,000 to unlock the same access.
Is the Remote Job Placement Qualifying Course mandatory for placement?
Yes. Completing the course is required to access mentorship, certification, and direct placement opportunities with Utídia’s partner organizations.
What is Remutify?
Remutify is Utídia’s career community for graduates and professionals, offering digital certification mentorship programs, CV reviews, interview prep, and remote job placement support.
Does Remutify offer job placements?
Yes. Remutify provides verified job placements for members who meet employer requirements and complete relevant certification programs.
Can I join both the Study and Work Program and Remutify?
Yes. Undergraduates can start with the Study & Work Program and later transition to Remutify after graduation for continuous career growth.
How does Utidia work with businesses?
Businesses can post gigs, projects, and apprenticeship roles for free or partner with Utídia for managed placements of vetted, industry-ready talent.
How does Utidia work with higher institutions?
Utídia partners with universities and colleges to complement academic learning with digital apprenticeships, giving students practical experience alongside their studies.
Do I get mentorship in Utidia programs?
Yes. Every participant is guided by industry mentors who provide career insights, project feedback, and professional growth support.
What kind of skills can I learn?
Depending on your chosen track, you can learn digital business, marketing, IT support, software, data, design, user experience, green energy, and healthcare innovation.
How do I get started?
- Private Students: Complete the Utídia Private Student Registration Form, apply for the Study & Work Grant, and pay ₦10,000 after approval.
- Partner Institution Students: Download and endorse the Study & Work Grant Endorsement Form, upload it via the Utídia Partner Institution Student Registration Form, and pay ₦5,000.
- Graduates/Professionals: Join the Remutify community for advanced career support and verified job placements.
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