"Learn, Work, Earn
— The LAGAI Way"
Operation
CIE-IE & Campus
Jobs
Africa's first integrated Student Enterprise Incubation Platform — where students learn, earn, and innovate within the heart of LAGAI Institute.
Campus Innovation &
Enterprise Incubation
Operation CIE-IE is LAGAI Institute's flagship earn-while-you-learn initiative — establishing Africa's first integrated student enterprise platform within a vocational training institute. Every Friday to Sunday, students open their skills to the community and earn real income.
Our Core Purpose
To enable students to learn, earn, and innovate while engaging with the wider community through genuine practical enterprise experience — creating financially independent graduates ready for the world.
Transform Vocational Training
Convert classroom learning into real practical enterprise experience that builds confidence and professional capability.
Financial Independence While Studying
Give students a genuine weekly income stream so financial pressure never becomes a barrier to academic success.
Sustainable Earn-While-You-Learn Model
Create a model that sustains itself — benefiting students, LAGAI, and the surrounding community simultaneously.
Pioneer Innovation-Driven Education
Position LAGAI Institute as Africa's foremost pioneer in enterprise-integrated vocational education and training.
8 Specialist Student Groups
Students are grouped by their specialised skills and talents. Each group operates as a professional service unit, delivering quality to the public and earning from it.
Hairdressers
Professional styling, hair care, braiding, and beauty treatment services open to the community.
Barbers
Men's precision grooming, haircuts, beard styling, and scalp treatment services.
Bakers & Caterers
Delicious pastries, event catering, and hospitality services crafted by our culinary students.
IT & Digital Services
Tech support, graphic design, web development, and digital solutions for individuals and businesses.
Tailors & Designers
Fashion design, bespoke clothing, alterations, and cultural garment creation.
Arts & Music
Handcrafted artworks, live performances, murals, and cultural artistic expressions.
Mechanics
Technical repairs, vehicle maintenance, small appliance servicing, and electrical work.
Language Trainers
Conversational language classes, children's activities, and multilingual tutoring sessions.
Operations & Financial Model
Service Delivery
Students perform their specialised service to visiting members of the public and community.
Revenue Collected
All income from services is collected centrally and recorded transparently for each group.
Deductions Applied
A small 5% deduction covers VAT obligations and essential maintenance of the exhibition space.
Profit Share
The remaining 95% is split equally among participating students in the group that week.
Transparent & Fair Distribution
Our financial model puts students first. Every transaction is recorded, every cent accounted for — with 95% returning directly to the students who earned it.
Who Benefits from CIE-IE
Operation CIE-IE creates genuine value for three distinct groups — students, the institute, and the wider community of Praia and beyond.
For Students
- Weekly income and personal savings built during studies
- Real-world entrepreneurship and customer service exposure
- Networking opportunities with community and industry professionals
- Teamwork, leadership, and financial management skills
- A professional portfolio of completed client work
For LAGAI Institute
- Strengthens brand as Africa's vocational education pioneer
- Enhanced community trust, visibility, and local partnerships
- A living laboratory for real-world skills application and research
- Attracts international attention and accreditation recognition
- Demonstrates outcomes-based vocational education model
For the Community
- Affordable, high-quality services from trained professionals
- Family-friendly, safe environment every weekend
- Direct support for youth development and employment
- Cultural exhibitions showcasing local and international talent
- A vibrant community hub for learning and commerce
Campus Job Opportunities
Beyond CIE-IE, LAGAI Institute offers a range of paid on-campus employment positions for enrolled students — from teaching assistants to digital content creators — all designed around your academic schedule.
View Open RolesHow to Apply for a Campus Job
Our application process is simple, transparent, and designed to be completed around your studies. Four easy steps to landing your campus role.
Browse & Choose
Review the available roles above and identify the position that best matches your skills, schedule, and academic programme.
Submit Expression of Interest
Contact the LAGAI Student Services Office via email or in person with your name, student ID, chosen role, and a brief statement of interest.
Short Interview
Attend a brief informal interview with the relevant department head — no formal preparation required, just enthusiasm and availability.
Start Your Role
Receive your schedule, sign your student employment agreement, and begin earning — while building your professional CV from day one.