Safaricom Internship Program

Nairobi, Kenya

Job Description

At Safaricom, we don’t just adapt to the future — we create it. If you’re ready to solve real problems, build products used by millions, and grow in an environment that moves as fast as technology itself, this is your moment. We’re inviting bold, curious, and driven young talent to join our 2026/27 Annual Internship Program across HR, Legal, Finance, Supply Chain, Marketing, Audit, PR & Communications, Enterprise Risk, Cyber Security, and Technology — an opportunity to learn, contribute, and shape what’s next from day one

Responsibilities

Our Internship Program runs on a structured cycle — July to September, October to December, and January to March for ongoing students, and April to October or November to March for fresh graduates or those awaiting graduation — with one call for applications this financial year, giving you the flexibility to plan for the intake period that best aligns with your academic and career timeline.

What You’ll Experience:

• Work on real-world projects that drive change.
• Learn from industry leaders in a fast-evolving, innovative environment.
• Sharpen your skills and discover your strengths.
• Build a network that will set you up for your career journey.

Opportunities Across:
HR | Legal | Finance | Supply Chain | Marketing | Audit | PR & Communications | Enterprise Risk | Cyber Security | Technology

Program Options:

• 3-Month Industrial Attachment – For ongoing students. Intakes: April, July, October & January.
• 6-Month Internship – For recent graduates (within 12 months) or those awaiting graduation. Intakes: April & October.
• Pupillage – For Kenya School of Law students. Intakes: April & October.

Qualifications

Who We’re Looking For:

To be eligible for the Safaricom Annual Internship Program 2026/27, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a current undergraduate university student in their 3rd, 4th, or 5th year of study (Bachelor’s degree program).
• Be awaiting graduation or have graduated with a bachelor’s degree within the last 12 months.
• Be available on a full-time basis during the selected intake period.
• Apply for only one intake per calendar year.
• Commit to the full program duration (3 or 6 months, non-extendable).
• Passionate, curious, and ready to learn by doing.