Paid Internships – Youth Empowerment Programme at NextGen.Ke

Paid Internships – Youth Empowerment Programme at NextGen.Ke – NextGenKE Kenya Job Details

About the Role

NextGenKE, in collaboration with UNDP, the Government of Kenya and KEPSA, is recruiting 500 young Kenyans for the Paid Internships – Youth Empowerment Programme. This structured initiative connects university graduates, diploma holders and certificate-qualified candidates with established employers across Kenya, delivering hands-on professional experience and career advancement pathways. The programme operates as a skills bridge, matching talented young professionals with companies that align with their qualifications and career direction.

The Paid Internships – Youth Empowerment Programme at NextGen.Ke is built on merit-based selection and professional development. Interns receive monthly paid compensation, mandatory learning through an online platform, and direct mentoring from industry professionals. This internship in Kenya targets individuals aged 18–35 who hold tertiary qualifications and are committed to expanding their workplace competencies and professional networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake assigned work duties within your matched employer organisation, applying theoretical knowledge to practical business challenges
• Participate in mandatory online learning modules designed to strengthen professional competencies and industry-specific skills
• Build relationships with colleagues and supervisors to establish a sustainable professional network within your sector
• Complete structured tasks and projects as directed by your placement employer
• Engage in formal mentoring sessions and career development activities offered through the programme
• Contribute to your employer’s operational goals while developing real workplace experience
• Attend programme-wide networking events and professional development workshops
• Document and reflect on your learning outcomes throughout the internship period

Requirements & Qualifications

• Kenyan citizenship (required)
• Age between 18 and 35 years
• Bachelor’s degree, diploma or certificate qualification in any field of study
• Demonstrated willingness to upskill and participate in structured professional development
• Availability for full-time internship placement with partner employers across Kenya
• Ability to commit to the entire internship period and mandatory learning component
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken) for workplace communication

What to Expect

• Monthly paid stipend throughout your internship tenure, recognising the value of your contribution
• Placement with a leading employer matched to your skills, location preference and career interests, ensuring relevance to your professional goals
• Access to online learning resources and structured training courses delivered through the programme’s learning management system
• This Paid Internships – Youth Empowerment Programme at NextGen.Ke position in Kenya is open to qualified candidates. Click Apply below to submit your application.