David Fadeyi, a student at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) pursuing a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, has secured a highly competitive internship role at Meta, the American multinational technology conglomerate formerly known as Facebook. The internship, based at Meta's London office, will see David work as a Network Production Engineering intern for the summer.
David Fadeyi's Journey to Meta
David announced the news on LinkedIn on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, expressing his excitement and gratitude. He recounted the first words he uttered upon stepping into his new workplace: “Ota to Meta… Thus far has the Lord brought me.” David specifically thanked his recruiters, Dayton Hughes and Jessica Plant, for facilitating a smooth hiring process. He also acknowledged Ukeme Edet and Elias Ifenaike for conducting a mock interview and providing guidance along the way.
In his LinkedIn post, David wrote: “With that, I'm thrilled to announce that I'll be spending this summer at Meta as a Network Production Engineering Intern in the London, UK office. I want to thank my recruiters, Dayton Hughes and Jessica Plant, for such a smooth process as well as Ukeme Edet and Elias Ifenaike for the mock interview and other guide along the way.”
Community Support and Recognition
David also credited the SEES-UNILAG and the University of Lagos Engineering Society for fostering a community of top learners that shaped his development. According to his LinkedIn profile, David is expected to graduate from UNILAG in August 2027. He shared several photos taken at Meta's London office, showcasing the modern workspace.
The announcement has drawn widespread praise on LinkedIn. Abdulazeez Yusuf commented: “Respect boss! Congratulations Man. Let's go showcase what we have got!” DANIEL SALAU added: “Amazing, always happy for you bro. Keep shining that light! Adupo l'owo METAl'okan.” Rodiyyah Adeagbo said: “Congratulations boss, I'm so happy for you!” Lydia Solomon joked: “Make I no sha catch that Adidas! Congratulations idan.” Olakunle Olatunji simply said: “Congratulations, David Fadeyi. All the best!”
About Meta and Its Reach
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, Inc., is a major American technology conglomerate founded by Mark Zuckerberg. It owns and operates several of the world's most popular social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger, and Threads. The company has recently introduced new features, including a monthly subscription plan for its platforms and AI Mode for Facebook, which allows users to get answers to questions directly within the app using Meta AI.
This internship opportunity highlights the growing global recognition of Nigerian engineering talent and the strong foundation provided by institutions like UNILAG. David's success serves as an inspiration to other students aspiring to break into top technology companies.
