Government to Increase internship slots to 50,000 from January 2027
The Kenyan government plans to expand its Public Service Internship Programme from 8,000 to 50,000 slots starting in January 2027. This initiative aims to reduce youth unemployment by providing graduates with practical work experience in government institutions.
Why it matters
This is a major policy intervention intended to bridge the gap between academic training and the labor market for Kenyan youth.
Head of Public Service Felix Koskei during the meeting on November 7,2026/HOPS Head of Public Service Felix Koskei has said the government will expand internship opportunities for young Kenyans from 8,000 to 50,000, in a major boost to efforts to address youth unemployment and improve access to work experience.
The expanded Public Service Internship Programme is expected to take effect in January 2027 following a presidential directive aimed at creating more opportunities for graduates to gain practical skills and prepare for the job market.
Koskei said young people needed opportunities to translate their academic qualifications into practical experience, adding that internships would help bridge the gap between training and employment.
“Young people need opportunities to put their training into practice, gain work experience and build their careers,” he said.
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