FlexiSAF Internship

Program
Onboarding
A guide to the FlexiSAF
Internship Program (FIP)
 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Welcome Message

2. Our Core values and Program Goals

3.Process and Procedures

4.What you need to know

5.Additional Information

6.Success Stories
 Welcome!
Hello Interns! Welcome to the FlexiSAF
Internship Program, we are excited to have
you join us as an Intern and we hope that
your participation in the program is a
memorable and enjoyable experience. On
behalf of everyone at Flexisaf Edusoft
Limited, we extend our warm welcome to
you.

During this onboarding session, you will gain

insight to the company and the program as a
whole; its processes, procedures and all you
need to succeed as an Intern.

Finally, congratulations on making it through

the selection process and we hope that this
program acts as a guide through the right
path for you.
 Our Story … So far

● Founded as FlexiSAF Tech. Solutions Limited 2008.

● In 2009, the companies first products; a Result and CGPA Compiler was adopted by all
Gombe state-owned Secondary Schools.
● The organization was incorporated in 2012 as Flexisaf Edusoft Limited.
● FlexiSAF Emerged top 5 in the Startup Istanbul, Turkey event of 2017.
● Between 2018 to date we have worked with several organizations, local international,
schools from K12 to tertiary level to provide training services, School Management
Systems, Examination Management Systems, Application Management Systems, Results
and Certificate Verification Systems, through technology.
● In 2022, Flexisaf branched out to start its International arm and we opened an office in
the UAE (Jumeirah, Dubai), London (United Kingdom).

#FunFact: The first ever version of the result compiler was written by the CEO, Faiz
Bashir between the ages of 14-16 years old.
 Our Locations

Kano

Kaduna
(Temporarily Closed) Yola

Abuja
Irrespective of our office locations, we are
connected by a special bond that is
Lagos centered at the corporate head office. Take
(Temporarily Closed)
a Virtual Tour of the Head Office here.

Notwithstanding, we operate from several

states across the country including the
South East, South West, South South and
the North.
 Our Core Values

Be Passionate and Unleash Your Potential

1. 5. Through Teamwork
Committed

Pursue Growth and Make Life Exciting By

2. Learning 6. Solving Customers’
Problems

Be Productive While
3. Having Lots of Fun
7. Be Socially Responsible to
Make a Lifelong Impact

Build Open and

4. Genuine Relationships
 Meet the 3Cs

Alameen Ibrahim, CTO Mahmud Ahmed Usman, COO

Faiz Bashir, the CEO & Co-founder
 OUR DIVISIONS
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ENGINEERING GROWTH
● SAFSIMS
● Business Development
● SAFRecords
● Sales/Telesales
● Distinction ● Communication &
● Design Team (Website Marketing
Design, UI/UX and Brand
Identity Design)
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● Internship Program
● SAFLEARN ● People Operations
● JANGU ● Finance
● Customer Success

ELEARNING OPS/ADMIN
Our ‘Why’ (Vision)
 How FIP Aligns With our Vision
FlexiSAF is more than just a business, we have a very lofty vision as an organization to
make a positive impact! In line with the FlexiSAF vision, FIP goals are:

GOAL 1 GOAL 2 GOAL 3

Introduce interns to Attract, Train, Create and
Software Development Aspire towards
Nurture a pool of
and various career paths achieving an
talented individuals that
within the IT sector internationally
will serve as an avenue
through our vast wealth recognised tech
of resource during
of professional internship program.
recruitment for Flexisaf,
experience in the Partner organizations
software development and others.
industry.
Processes &
Procedures
 Introduction (WHAT IS FIP)

Free Tech-based Training Industry-Standard Key Requirements

The FlexiSAF Internship Program Interns are given the right Participants are expected to
(FIP) is an Unpaid, payment-free amount of world-class skills make provision of a computer,
tech training program geared at bordering around software internet connectivity and show
attracting, nurturing and guiding development and design, commitment during the cohort
people towards gaining tech skills. including soft skills, bringing by completing tasks along the
them closer to their dream jobs way and a final hands-on project
using a tailored, well-structured at the end of the cohort.
curriculum
 WHAT IS FIP

Free Tech-based Training Industry-Standard Key Requirements

The FlexiSAF Internship Program Interns are given the right Participants are expected to
(FIP) is an Unpaid, payment-free amount of world-class skills make provision of a computer,
tech training program geared at bordering around software internet connectivity and show
attracting, nurturing and guiding development and design, commitment during the cohort
people towards gaining tech skills. including soft skills, bringing by completing tasks along the
them closer to their dream jobs way and a final hands-on project
using a tailored, well-structured at the end of the cohort.
curriculum

Visit flexisaf.com/internship to discover all our available pathways and how you can join us.
 Introduction (WHAT IS FIP) - Cont’d

Coding challenges Design Challenges

Multiple Choice Question pertaining to weekly during the cohort.
(MCQ) Assessments - tasks - during the
during the cohort cohort.

During the cohort we tend to sort out qualified interns who are a fit for available Trainee offerings therefore, we
encourage participants to go ahead with submitting their deliverables as at when due to take advantage of such
opportunities when they arise. Note that until qualified, this program is not an opportunity to work directly with
our products or teams.
 REMOTE SIWES

Rules of Engagement Rules of Engagement

● Missing one session without prior notice
● ALL participants are expected to complete and informing the Coordinators results in
ALL assigned tasks by the end of the first 3 a Final Warning letter.
to 4 weeks of participation in order to ● Missing the following session without
continue with the program. prior notice results in a Termination letter,
● Participants who delay in submitting their a copy will be shared with the SIWES
task may not partake in certain activities or Coordinator or Director of the Student's
become beneficiaries of certain benefits. institution to inform them of our decision
to end the placement.

● ALL Participants are expected to complete a FINAL PROJECT to MARK the end of their participation. This may be
suggested by the Coordinators or a project of their choosing.
● TOP participants will be rewarded at the end of cohort to celebrate their achievements, hardwork and grit.
 Benefits of the program

Structured Program
Provision of work-ready
Curriculum tailored to Mentorship from skills and access to job
learning stage and path. Experienced Engineers and opportunities post-study.
Designers at FlexiSAF.
STRUCTURE
MENTORSHIP CAREER ADVICE

RESOURCE
PRACTISE

Access to free learning

Completion of tasks and resources tailored to each
projects during training and stage and path.
at the end of cohort.
 Program Timeline

JAN-APRIL
TERM 1 (Applications Close End
of October)

MAY-AUG
(Applications Close End of TERM 2
March)

NOTE: Consideration is given to students

on SIWES and NYSC placement if they SEPT-DEC
apply on time and their placement falls TERM 3 (Applications Close End
of July)
within the Internship period.
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 Learning Pathways
FRONTEND GENERATIVE AI & DS

Learn to create simple Webpages, forms, Learn how to build AI Models, Python
Web Applications, RESTful Applications, Programming for AI, Natural Processing
using HTML, CSS, SCSS, Javascript, ReactJS, Language, Deep learning frameworks
Version Control, NodeJS. (Pytorch, Tensorflow), Generative AI and
Machine learning concepts, Ethical AI and
Responsible AI Practices.

BACKEND DESIGN

Learn how to write backend applications Learn User Interface and Experience
using Java EE, creating APIs and making design (UI/UX) using tools such as Figma,
API calls, CRUD applications using Spring, Adobe XD, Photoshop, while also getting
PostgreSQL, SQL, Version Control). to understand the basics of CSS, HTML,
Javascript, e.t.c). Learn Brand Identity
Design using tools such as Adobe XD,
Illustrator or Figma. Learn Website Design
using Figma, Wordpress while also gaining
knowledge on Frontend Basics to style
beautiful Websites.
 Learning Stages

Beginner Intermediate Advanced

Learning Pathways with different stages: Learning Pathways without different stages:
❏ FRONTEND ❏ UI/UX DESIGN
❏ BACKEND ❏ BRAND IDENTITY DESIGN
❏ GENERATIVE ARTIFICIAL ❏ WEBSITE DESIGN
INTELLIGENCE AND DATA
Whenever requested on any forms or sheets
SCIENCE
ALWAYS select NA.
 Program Curriculum Elements
Learning Paths
Contributors
Front End
Front End Developers Back End
Back End Developers Design (UI/UX Design, Brand Identity Design
Designers and Website Design))

Learning Stages (as applicable) Resources

Beginner Text based
Intermediate Video based
Advanced

Assessment
Learning Outcome
Individual Tasks/Projects (depending on
learning stage) Clearly outlined
Group Projects (teamwork between all 3 Provide clarity on set objectives narrowed to a
learning paths) specific subject area

Duration
Each learning stage of the program runs for 4 months
per cohort
 Summary - What you need to know
● Interns may have One-on-One or Group sessions with their assigned Mentor to discuss tasks,
projects, industry-related updates, e.t.c.
● Group Review sessions will also hold at intervals amongst Interns with other interns from different
Learning Stages/Paths to foster teamwork, present tasks and discuss challenges.
● Some Interns especially those on the advanced stages may be paired in groups at some point
during the cohort to work on group projects or In-Team Projects, paired with beginner to
intermediate stage Interns in line with our Peer to Peer mentorship initiative (PTPMI).
● There are no classes for this program except workshops, sessions organised by the Program
Coordinators or Mentors or facilitated by the (PTPMI) Mentors. The resources provided are to
guide you through the process. If deemed insufficient, search through popular free platforms such
as Youtube, freecodecamp to find relevant ones.
● Jobs, paid internships as Trainees are not promised at the end of the program.
● Certificates of participation will be provided at the end of the program to ONLY interns who meet
the requirements; submission of ALL deliverables and final handson project within the required
timeline. Also, we are happy to make special considerations for those applying for a scholarships,
academic programs, seeking for letter of recommendations; this is on a need to need basis.
 Additional Information
The program has officially commenced once you receive the following therefore, do not
await any further instructions before you commence your learning process.
1. An acceptance letter (where applicable- SIWES and NYSC).
2. Terms and Conditions Document which should be digitally signed and submitted
digitally (applies to ALL interns, REMOTE or ONSITE).
3. An introductory email to your Mentor following the probationary period.
4. An introductory email to the branch manager in your city (for those outside Abuja-
SIWES and NYSC).
5. The program curriculum appropriate and tailored to your learning stage and learning
path. Follow the instructions in your email carefully especially for those in pathways
that have been assigned to learning stages.
6. Registration on relevant platforms / Local environment setup (where applicable).
 Success Stories
Life-long Skills
acquired; People
empowered.

Over a THOUSAN-D
participants trained so far and
COUNTING…
At least over 40 Interns
have joined Flexisaf as
Trainees, Full time
employees others have
also joined other tech
organizations.
Congratulations!
Share Updates on your participation using the DP image link in your acceptance email, completed
tasks and Projects (except for group projects or In-team projects) throughout the course of the
program on your social media accounts, TAG US; @/Flexisaf, “Mariam Ali Ameh” “Michael Okoronu
(LinkedIn).
THANK
YOU
Forward all questions to both
addresses below henceforth and
we will be happy to provide a
response ASAP:

mariam.ameh@flexisaf.com AND
michael.okoronu@flexisaf.com