LocalBuka Internship
LocalBuka is inviting applications from students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals for internship opportunities across multiple teams.
The programme is designed for individuals looking to gain practical experience, build a stronger portfolio, and contribute to real projects within a growing technology company.
The available roles cut across engineering, artificial intelligence, design, content, research, quality assurance, and community management, making the programme suitable for applicants with different backgrounds and career interests.
About LocalBuka
LocalBuka is a technology-focused company building digital products and services for users within the local commerce and food ecosystem.
Through its internship opportunities, the company is opening its teams to emerging talents who want hands-on experience in a fast-paced work environment.
Interns will have the opportunity to apply their existing skills, learn from practical tasks, and contribute to projects connected to their chosen role.
Internship Details
- Company: LocalBuka
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Type: Internship
- Work Mode: Varies by role. Applicants should confirm the exact arrangement with the company.
Available Roles
- Frontend Engineer Intern
- Backend Engineer Intern
- AI Engineer Intern
- Graphics Designer Intern
- Video Editor Intern
- Content Creator Intern
- Social Media Manager Intern
- Community Manager Intern
- Business Researcher Intern
- QA/Tester Intern
- UI/UX Writer Intern
Frontend Engineer Intern
This role is suitable for applicants interested in building and improving user-facing web interfaces.
Interns in this area may support tasks such as:
- Building responsive web pages
- Working with frontend frameworks and libraries
- Implementing interface designs
- Fixing UI bugs
- Improving usability and performance
- Collaborating with designers and backend developers
- Testing frontend features across devices
Applicants with knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Next.js, or similar tools may be a good fit.
Backend Engineer Intern
The Backend Engineer internship is designed for candidates interested in server-side systems, APIs, databases, and application logic.
Interns may support:
- Backend feature development
- API creation and integration
- Database operations
- Authentication and user management
- Debugging and troubleshooting
- Performance improvements
- Integration between frontend and backend systems
Knowledge of technologies such as Node.js, Python, databases, APIs, or similar backend tools may be useful.
AI Engineer Intern
This role is for candidates interested in artificial intelligence, machine learning, automation, and AI-powered product development.
Interns may be exposed to:
- AI model integration
- Prompt engineering
- Data preparation
- Machine learning workflows
- Automation tools
- AI-powered product features
- Testing and improving AI outputs
Applicants with exposure to Python, machine learning, large language models, APIs, or AI development tools may have an advantage.
Graphics Designer Intern
The Graphics Designer intern will support the creation of visual assets for the company’s digital platforms and marketing activities.
Possible responsibilities include:
- Designing social media graphics
- Creating promotional materials
- Supporting brand visuals
- Developing campaign designs
- Preparing digital assets
- Working with the content and marketing teams
Candidates familiar with Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, or similar design tools are encouraged to apply.
Video Editor Intern
This role is suitable for individuals interested in editing short-form and promotional video content.
Interns may assist with:
- Editing social media videos
- Creating reels and short-form content
- Adding captions and transitions
- Selecting appropriate visuals and audio
- Improving pacing and storytelling
- Preparing videos for different platforms
Knowledge of CapCut, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or similar tools may be useful.
Content Creator Intern
The Content Creator internship is for applicants who enjoy creating engaging content for digital audiences.
Responsibilities may include:
- Developing content ideas
- Writing captions and scripts
- Creating short-form content
- Supporting promotional campaigns
- Following trends and adapting them to the brand
- Working closely with social media and design teams
Strong creativity, communication skills, and familiarity with social media trends will be valuable.
Social Media Manager Intern
The Social Media Manager intern will support the company’s presence across its digital platforms.
Possible responsibilities include:
- Planning social media content
- Scheduling posts
- Monitoring trends
- Engaging with followers
- Supporting campaigns
- Tracking basic social media performance
- Suggesting ideas for audience growth
Applicants should have a good understanding of major social media platforms and online audience behaviour.
Community Manager Intern
This role focuses on building and maintaining relationships with the company’s online community.
Interns may:
- Respond to comments and messages
- Engage users across platforms
- Support community activities
- Gather feedback
- Escalate customer concerns when necessary
- Help maintain a positive brand community
- Encourage participation and conversations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are important for this role.
Business Researcher Intern
The Business Researcher intern will support market, industry, and business-related research.
Responsibilities may include:
- Conducting market research
- Gathering competitor information
- Analysing trends
- Preparing research summaries
- Supporting business strategy
- Collecting relevant data
- Presenting findings in a clear format
This role may suit applicants with strong analytical, writing, and research skills.
QA/Tester Intern
The QA/Tester internship focuses on helping ensure that digital products work properly before and after release.
Interns may assist with:
- Testing websites and applications
- Identifying bugs
- Documenting issues
- Checking user flows
- Re-testing resolved problems
- Supporting product quality checks
- Providing feedback on usability
Attention to detail and patience are particularly important for this role.
UI/UX Writer Intern
The UI/UX Writer internship is suited to candidates who enjoy writing clear, user-friendly text for digital products.
Interns may work on:
- Button labels
- Error messages
- Onboarding text
- Help text
- Product instructions
- User notifications
- Interface copy
The goal is to make products easier to understand and use through clear, concise language.
Who Should Apply
The programme is suitable for:
- Students
- Recent graduates
- NYSC members
- Self-taught tech talents
- Entry-level professionals
- Career switchers
- Individuals with personal projects or portfolios
- Applicants looking to gain their first practical work experience
Previous professional experience may not be necessary for every role, but applicants should demonstrate genuine interest and some basic knowledge of the area they are applying for.
What You Can Gain
Depending on the role, interns can gain:
- Practical work experience
- Portfolio-building opportunities
- Exposure to real company projects
- Experience collaborating with different teams
- Improved technical or creative skills
- Stronger communication and problem-solving abilities
- Better understanding of professional workplace expectations
- Experience that can strengthen future job applications
To apply for this job email your details to hellohr@localbuka.com
