The Kenyan government has announced a massive internship recruitment drive, offering 4,000 positions under the State Department for Housing and Urban Development. The initiative, part of the Affordable Housing Programme, aims to equip young graduates with hands-on experience in various professional fields.
Applications are open online until 6th September 2025, and successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend along with a certificate upon completion. Here’s everything you need to know.
Who Can Apply?
The internship targets recent graduates (from 2018 onwards) with degrees or diplomas in engineering, architecture, ICT, social sciences, and more. Below is a breakdown of available positions:
Available Internship Positions (Cohort 1)
| No. | Professional Area | Positions | No. | Professional Area | Positions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture | 300 | 23 | Building Inspector | 60 |
| 2 | Civil Engineering | 200 | 24 | Inspector Civil Engineering | 60 |
| 3 | Construction Management | 250 | 25 | Inspector Electricals | 60 |
| 4 | Electrical Engineering | 200 | 26 | Legal | 60 |
| 5 | Mechanical Engineering | 200 | 27 | Quantity Surveying Assistant | 60 |
| 6 | Quantity Surveying | 200 | 28 | Structural Assistant | 60 |
| 7 | Structural Engineering | 200 | 29 | Supply Chain Management | 50 |
| 8 | Communication and Branding | 150 | 30 | Data Analysis | 40 |
| 9 | Environment Practitioners | 150 | 31 | Data Science/AI | 40 |
| 10 | Geoinformation | 50 | 32 | Information Communication Technology | 40 |
| 11 | Health and Safety | 180 | 33 | Inspector of Gas/Refrigeration | 30 |
| 12 | Interior Design | 50 | 34 | Inspector Plumbing and Drainage | 30 |
| 13 | Land Surveying/Geo Spatial | 100 | 35 | Economics | 60 |
| 14 | Landscape Architecture | 100 | 36 | Actuarial | 5 |
| 15 | Realtors | 200 | 37 | Human Resource | 20 |
| 16 | Social Development | 165 | 38 | Gender and Development Studies | 30 |
| 17 | Urban and Regional Planning | 150 | 39 | Valuers | 100 |
| 18 | Digital Marketing | 50 | 40 | Property Managers | 50 |
| 19 | Accountants | 60 | 41 | Property Marketers | 50 |
Key Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
✔ Hold a Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
✔ Have graduated no earlier than 2018.
✔ Be proficient in computer applications.
What Will Interns Do?
Selected candidates will be assigned duties such as:
- Assisting in the Affordable Housing Programme.
- Documenting skills gained during deployment.
- Participating in mentorship programmes.
The internship lasts 12 months (non-renewable) and includes a government stipend.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit applications online via:
🌐 www.publicservice.go.ke
🌐 www.psckjobs.go.ke
Deadline: 6th September 2025
Why This Matters
With youth unemployment at 39% (KNBS 2023), this initiative provides crucial work experience. The government has also hinted at possible future employment opportunities for top performers.
Final Thoughts
This is a golden chance for graduates to gain experience in Kenya’s growing housing and urban development sector. If you meet the criteria, apply now before the portal closes!
