Digitalent is a strategic intervention by the ICT Authority on behalf of The Ministry of Information, Communications and The Digital Economy (MICDE) to develop and sustain high end ICT talent by bridging the gap between industry requirements and the capabilities of the local workforce.
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Presidential Digital Talent Programme Internship
Aim and Benefits of Presidential Digital Talent Programme Internship
- The Programme Objective is to develop and prepare young ICT graduates to take up employment opportunities in the ICT and other sectors by gaining workplace experience, mentorship, and building professional networks.
Requirements for Presidential Digital Talent Programme Internship Qualification
- Degree Honors
Graduated and attained First Class or Second Class Honours - Upper Division (or equivalent) from a recognized institution in the last two years (from Jan 2024).
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Awaiting Graduation
If waiting graduation (till Dec 2026), provide a recommendation/reference letter from the University signed & stamped by the university indicating First or Upper Second-Class Honors to be awarded.
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Core Specializations
Recent graduates in BSc. ICT or Engineering (Electrical & Electronics, Telecommunication, Systems/Software, Security). Must demonstrate technical competencies in core areas prior to interview.
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Age & Status
MUST be a Kenyan youth (21-29 yrs) & unemployed.
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Previous Internship
MUST NOT have previously undertaken a Government of Kenya internship program.
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Deployment & Diversity Encouraged
Ready to be deployed full-time (8:00AM – 5:00PM) in any MCDA across 47 counties.
Females, persons with disability and graduates from ASAL regions are highly encouraged to apply.
Application Deadline
September 7, 2026How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Government of Kenya on recruitment.digitalent.go.ke to apply
- All applications MUST be completed and submitted online through recruitment.digitalent.go.ke.
- No paper-based or email applications will be accepted.
- Submit correct information. False/misleading information is liable to a fine not exceeding Kshs. 200,000 or imprisonment up to 2 years.
- Attach all required documents: Copies of National ID card/Passport, KCSE certificate, Degree Certificate or Recommendation/Reference letter and Passport Size Photo.
- Only successfully submitted applications within 21 days from advertise date accepted.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Foreign University
Attach KNQA verification certificates. Candidates with foreign degrees must provide an official translation from the Embassy.
- Degree Grade Equivalent
For qualifications awarded using a GPA system, candidates must attach the corresponding Kenyan public university GPA equivalent.
- Certificate Not Collected
Attach Dean-signed/stamped letter indicating First/Upper Second-Class Honors to be awarded.
For more information, kindly visit Presidential Digital Talent Programme webpage.
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