The Public Service Commission has announced recruitment of graduates for Cohort 9 of the Public Service Internship Programme, offering a 12-month placement in government ministries, state agencies and public universities.
In a notice issued by the PSC, the Commission said the internship is part of the Government’s youth empowerment programme aimed at giving college graduates hands-on experience to improve their employability.
“The Public Service Internship Programme (PSIP) is a Government youth empowerment programme whose main objective is to offer college graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build skills in order to enhance their chances for employment, networking and entrepreneurship,” the Commission stated.
Who can apply for PSC internship programme?
According to the PSC, interested candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university and graduated not earlier than the year 2020.
Additionally, applicants must be proficient in computer skills and should not have benefited from a similar programme before
PSC internship programme details
The year-long, non-renewable internship will involve attachment in Ministries, Departments, State Agencies/Corporations and Public Universities for the 2026/2027 Financial Year.
Selected interns will be expected to complete assigned duties, document skills acquired, and participate in mentorship activities.
The Commission said interns will receive a monthly stipend at a rate determined by the Government. Upon successful completion, they will be awarded a certificate.
How to apply for PSC internship programme
Qualified graduates are required to submit applications through the Commission’s job portal: www.publicservice.go.ke or www.psckjobs.go.ke
The deadline for applications is *17th August, 2026.
The PSC emphasized that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Public Service Internship Programme is part of government efforts to address youth unemployment by bridging the gap between education and work experience for recent graduates.
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