INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

In line with the mandate of maintaining stability and fostering a stable financial system, the Central Bank of Kenya has been running an Internship Program that seeks to develop a pool of young talent adequately exposed to Central and Commercial banking operations. The Internship Program runs for 6 months after which the candidates are released to pursue opportunities in the job market.

Internship Objective

The objective of the Central Bank of Kenya Internship Program is to develop and prepare young talent to take up employment opportunities that come up in the Kenyan Banking and Financial Sector. The Internship Program also provides participants with an excellent opportunity to gain work-place experience, expand knowledge, refine career goals and build professional networks, including mentors and valuable contacts.

Basic Requirements.

1. A first degree from a recognized university in any of the following disciplines, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Banking, Accounting, Micro-Finance, Management or Social Sciences, Law, or related discipline or a Master’s degree in a relevant field.
2. Kenyan between 21 and 29 years of age.
3. Must have graduated within the last 24 months from the closing date of the advertisement and or awaiting graduation.
4. Applicants must provide a recommendation/ reference letter from the University attended
5. Should not have undertaken any other Internship Program or been exposed to work-place experience related to there are of study since graduating.

Personal Attributes.

1. Should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills
2. Must be goal oriented, focused, dynamic, passionate and self-motivated.
3. Must be a team player and have the ability to solve problems
4. Should possess high levels of integrity and professionalism
5. Must be computer proficient.