PSC Advertises 6,000 Internship Vacancies for Degree and Diploma Holders

The Public Service Commission (PSC) is reported to have advertised 6,000 internship opportunities under the second cohort of the Affordable Housing Programme.

The programme targets Kenyan graduates with degrees and diplomas in various professional fields who are looking for practical work experience.

The opportunities cover 28 professional areas, including architecture, civil engineering, construction management, electrical engineering, quantity surveying, real estate, urban planning, data science and interior design.

Successful applicants will work in different areas under the Affordable Housing Programme and Market Projects across the country.

The internship will run for 12 months, and participants will receive a government-determined monthly stipend. Those who complete the programme will also receive certificates.

Applications are stated to close on 9 November 2026.

PSC Internship Vacancies and Number of Positions

The advertised opportunities cover the following professional areas:

Professional area	Qualification	Vacancies
Architecture	Degree	475
Architectural Assistant	Diploma	330
Civil Engineering	Degree	275
Construction Management	Degree	500
Electrical Engineering	Degree	250
Mechanical Engineering	Degree	350
Quantity Surveying	Degree	300
Quantity Surveying Assistant	Diploma	300
Structural Engineering	Degree	300
Structural Assistant	Diploma	225
Health and Safety	Degree	300
Land Surveying/Geospatial	Degree	230
Landscape Architecture	Degree	250
Realtors	Degree	330
Valuers	Degree	115
Social Development	Degree	115
Urban and Regional Planning	Degree	200
Data Science/Artificial Intelligence	Degree	50
Gender and Development Studies	Degree	50
Building Inspector	Diploma	290
Inspector Civil Engineering	Diploma	300
Inspector of Gas/Refrigeration	Diploma	175
Inspector Plumbing and Drainage	Diploma	175
Property Managers	Diploma	250
Inspector Electricals	Diploma	75
Communication and Branding	Degree	20
Environmental Practitioners	Degree	30
Interior Design	Degree/Diploma	30

Requirements for PSC Internship Positions

To qualify for the internship programme, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Hold a Bachelor’s degree or Diploma from a recognised university or institution, depending on the position applied for.
Have graduated in 2020 or later.
Have computer skills.
Must not have benefited from a similar internship programme before.

Applicants should check the specific academic qualification required for their preferred professional area before submitting an application.

Internship Duration and Stipend

The internship programme will run for 12 months and is non-renewable.

Successful candidates will receive a stipend from the State Department for Housing and Urban Development. The exact amount will be determined by the Government.

Interns will also receive professional mentorship and practical work experience in their respective fields.

Those who successfully complete the programme will be awarded certificates by the State Department for Housing and Urban Development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Selected interns will be expected to:

Complete duties assigned by their supervisors.
Record the professional skills and experience gained during the internship.
Participate in mentorship activities and other programme responsibilities.

Interns will be deployed to different Affordable Housing Programme and Market Project sites across the country.

How to Apply for PSC Internship Vacancies

Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit their applications online through the Public Service Commission recruitment portal.

Applications can be made through the following official websites:

Applicants should select their preferred professional area, confirm that they meet the academic requirements and complete the online application process.

Application deadline: 9 November 2026.

The Public Service Commission is an equal opportunity employer.