Public Service Internship Program 2025/2026

RECRUITMENT OF INTERNS FOR GOVERNMENT MINISTRIES, DEPARTMENTS, STATE AGENCIES/CORPORATIONS AND PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES

The Public Service Internship Programme (PSIP) is a Government youth empowerment programme whose main objective is to offer college graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build skills in order to enhance their chances for employment, networking and entrepreneurship.

The Public Service Commission (PSC) is pleased to announce recruitment of interns (Cohort 8) under the PSIP for the Financial Year 2025/2026. The year-long internship programme will mainly involve attachment in Ministries, Departments, State Agencies/Corporations and Public Universities.

Requirements for Appointment:

For appointment to an internship position, a candidate must:

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university;
• Have graduated not earlier than the year 2018; and
• Be proficient in computer skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties include, but not limited to;

1. Completing duties mutually agreed upon and assigned by the supervisors;
2. Documenting relevant skills acquired in their areas of deployment; and
3. Actively participating in any relevant mentorship activities and additional responsibilities designed for the programme.

Duration: Twelve (12) months- Non renewable

Salary: The interns will be paid a stipend at a rate as determined by the Government.

Certificate: On successful completion of the Internship Programme, the interns will be awarded a certificate.