The Public Service Commission (PSC), through the State Department for Basic Education under the Ministry of Education, Kenya, has announced 1,000 internship opportunities under the Digital Literacy Programme (DLP) Cohort 5.
The programme is aimed at providing qualified graduates with an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience while supporting the implementation of digital learning and technology in schools across Kenya. Successful candidates will be deployed to schools at the Sub-County level for a period of 12 months. During the internship, they will support e-learning, digital literacy, ICT integration, digital content development and other technology-related services within schools.
1,000 Digital Literacy Internship Positions
The Digital Literacy Programme Cohort 5 will recruit 1,000 interns who will be deployed to different Sub-County Education Offices and schools. In addition to gaining practical skills and knowledge, interns will play an important role in supporting virtual learning and the effective use of digital platforms and learning technologies in schools.
Internship Details
Organisation: Ministry of Education, State Department for Basic Education
Programme: Digital Literacy Programme (DLP) Cohort 5
Number of Positions: 1,000
Internship Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Non-renewable
Deployment: Schools at Sub-County level
Application Method: Online
Closing Date: 5 October 2026
Requirements for Appointment
To be considered for appointment to the Digital Literacy Programme internship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must have graduated not earlier than 2022.
- Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education with a specialization in Information Communication Technology (ICT) or a Bachelor’s degree in ICT from a recognized institution.
- Applicants with a Diploma in ICT or ICT Integration in Education from a recognized institution are also eligible.
- Must have knowledge of networking and infrastructure, application development, information security and project management.
- Must have the ability to integrate ICT with education, particularly in e-learning and content development.
- Must possess the necessary skills to undertake research and innovation in support of the Digital Literacy Programme.
- Must be willing to work on a full-time basis and accept deployment to any Sub-County Education Office.
- Must not have benefited from a similar internship programme.
Internship Duties and Responsibilities
Successful interns will be expected to support schools, teachers and staff in the effective use and implementation of digital learning technologies. Their duties and responsibilities will include:
- Supporting e-learning and content development in line with schemes of work.
- Providing classroom support and training primary school teachers on the use of digital literacy devices.
- Supporting the implementation of the Digital Learning Programme.
- Carrying out innovations that can help schools improve the use of digital learning technologies.
- Providing support on the safe, secure and ethical use of technology in learning.
- Assisting teachers to integrate ICT into the delivery of teaching, learning and assessment.
- Supporting staff in the development and production of important school policies and procedures.
- Providing first-line support and maintenance of ICT services in schools.
Duration of the Internship
The Digital Literacy Programme internship will run for twelve (12) months. The internship is non-renewable, meaning interns will serve for one year and the internship period will not be extended.
Stipend
Successful interns will receive a stipend from the State Department for Basic Education. The stipend will be paid at a rate determined by the Government.
Certificate After Completion
Upon successful completion of the 12-month internship programme, interns will be awarded a certificate by the State Department for Basic Education. This certificate will provide formal recognition of the practical experience gained during the internship.
How to Apply for the Digital Literacy Internship
Interested and qualified applicants are required to submit their applications online through the Public Service Commission of Kenya job portal. Applications can be submitted through the official Public Service Commission website: Public Service Commission of Kenya, Applicants can also access the PSC jobs portal through: PSC Jobs Portal
Applicants should complete and submit their applications online before the deadline. They should also ensure that all information provided in the application is accurate and that they meet the stated eligibility requirements.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 5 October 2026. Interested graduates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline rather than waiting until the final day.
Important Information
The 1,000 internship opportunities under the Digital Literacy Programme (DLP) Cohort 5 offer qualified ICT and education graduates an opportunity to gain practical experience while supporting digital transformation in Kenya’s primary schools.
Successful candidates should be ready to work on a full-time basis and should be willing to be deployed to any Sub-County Education Office as required by the programme. Applicants should also take note that they must have graduated not earlier than 2022 and must not have previously benefited from a similar internship programme.
Number of Internship Positions: 1,000
Internship Duration: 12 Months
Application Deadline: 5 October 2026
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply online through the Public Service Commission of Kenya job portal before the closing date.
