The government, through the ICT Authority, has opened applications for 350 internship positions under the Presidential Digital Talent Programme (PDTP), targeting recent university graduates for the 2026/2027 Cohort XI.
In an announcement on August 18, the ICT Authority said the 12-month programme would provide young ICT graduates with workplace experience, mentorship and opportunities to strengthen their technical and professional skills.
The programme will place graduates in five areas, including Network and Digital Infrastructure, Software Development and Artificial Intelligence, Information Security, Data Analytics, and Multimedia and Digital Marketing.
“The ICT Authority invites qualified recent university graduates to apply for the Presidential Digital Talent Program (PDTP) Cohort XI Intake. Through this transformative initiative, the Government is looking for young, talented Kenyans with a passion for ICT and Public Service to undergo a structured 12-month internship program in both the public and private sectors,” read part of the announcement.
The intake will comprise 150 positions in Network and Digital Infrastructure, 100 in Software Development and AI, 50 in Information Security, 50 in Data Analytics and 50 in Multimedia and Digital Marketing.
Eligibility and Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a Kenyan citizen aged 21 to 29 years.
- Must have graduated from a recognised institution within the last two years, from January 2024, with First Class or Upper Second Class Honours or an equivalent qualification.
- Those awaiting graduation by December 2026 must provide a signed and stamped university recommendation letter confirming the expected qualification.
- Must hold a bachelor’s degree in ICT or Engineering, including Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications or related fields.
- Must have relevant knowledge and skills in Network and Digital Infrastructure, Software Development and AI, Information Security, Data Analytics, or Multimedia and Digital Marketing.
- Must be unemployed and must not have previously undertaken a Government of Kenya internship programme.
- Must be willing to work full-time and be deployed to any government institution or county government across the 47 counties.
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How to Apply for ICT Authority Internships
Interested applicants are required to complete the online application form through the Digitalent portal and attach all the required documents indicated in the form.
Applicants should ensure that their applications are complete, as incomplete submissions will not be considered.
The application deadline is midnight on Monday, September 7, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Female applicants, persons with disabilities, and graduates from ASAL regions are encouraged to apply.
For enquiries, applicants may email: [email protected].
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About the Programme
The Presidential Digital Talent Programme (PDTP), also known as DigiTalent, is a government initiative that equips recent graduates with advanced ICT skills to support Kenya’s digital economy and improve public service delivery.
The 12-month internship programme is implemented by the ICT Authority under the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy through a public-private partnership.
It seeks to bridge the gap between industry needs and the skills available in the local workforce while supporting the objectives of Kenya’s National ICT Master Plan.
In 2025, the programme opened 400 internship slots to eligible applicants.
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