LSHSC Graduate Internship Program 2026 is open, and the window is short. Listings published on 3 November 2026 send applicants to the commission’s online recruitment page at www.lshsc.ng/recruitment-2, with a closing date of 6 November 2026.
If you recently graduated in a health discipline and you live in Lagos, this could be your placement. The Lagos State Health Service Commission (LSHSC) is taking applications for eight intern roles, from Nurse Intern to Dental House Officer.
Not sure you qualify? This guide covers the vacancies, who can apply, the documents to upload, the portal steps and the deadline. It also flags the details that sources disagree on, so you do not get caught out. Let’s break it down.
About LSHSC
The Lagos State Health Service Commission is an agency under the Lagos State Ministry of Health that manages human resources and operational standards in the secondary healthcare facilities owned by the state.
The vacancy notice carried by NGO Nurses also states that the Lagos State Ministry of Health is a Principal Recipient for an integrated Global Fund Grant covering HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Resilient Sustainable Systems for Health (RSSH).
Available Positions
- Medical House Officer
- Dental House Officer
- Nurse Intern
- Pharmacy Intern
- Medical Laboratory Science Intern
- Optometry Intern
- Radiography Intern
- Physiotherapy Intern
These are profession-specific placements. Graduates of non-health courses should not expect to qualify.
Eligibility Requirements for LSHSC
- A valid National Identity Card.
- An active WhatsApp number and email address.
- Current residence in Lagos State.
- A recent graduate of an NUC-accredited university.
- A passport photograph, university certificate, professional licence and SSCE certificate, among other documents, at registration.
Educational Qualifications
| Position | Qualification | Registration and licence (July 2026 advert) |
|---|---|---|
| Nurse Intern | Degree certificate or statement of result | Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria registration, induction certificate, valid intern licence |
| Pharmacy Intern | Degree certificate or statement of result | Pharmacy Council of Nigeria registration, pharmacy oath, provisional licence |
| Physiotherapy Intern | Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy or statement of result | Physiotherapy Registration Board of Nigeria registration, provisional licence |
| Medical Laboratory Science Intern | Medical Laboratory Science degree or statement of result | Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria registration, provisional licence |
| Optometry Intern | Doctor of Optometry, statement of result or equivalent | Optometry Registration Board of Nigeria registration, provisional licence |
| Radiography Intern | Bachelor’s degree in Radiography or statement of result | Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria registration, provisional licence |
Required Documents
Have these scanned and ready before you open the portal:
- Passport photograph
- University certificate or statement of result
- Professional or practising licence (provisional or intern licence, where it applies to your profession)
- SSCE certificate (WAEC, NECO or equivalent)
- Valid National Identity Card details
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Go to www.lshsc.ng/recruitment-2.
- Find your preferred internship vacancy and click “apply for this vacancy”.
- Enter your email address, title, address, WhatsApp number, date of birth and state of origin.
- Upload your passport photograph, university certificate, SSCE certificate and practising licence.
- Check every field, then submit your application.
