Tanzania Investment and Consultant Group Ltd (TICGL) is inviting applications for its Internship Programme 2026. This opportunity is designed for recent graduates and final-year university students who are interested in gaining practical experience in economic research, data analysis, public policy, and investment advisory.
The internship is hosted under the Tanzania Economic Research Institute (TERI) and offers participants the opportunity to work on real consultancy projects alongside experienced economists, policy analysts, and data specialists.
About TICGL
Tanzania Investment and Consultant Group Ltd (TICGL) is a Tanzanian consultancy firm that provides economic research, investment facilitation, public-private partnership (PPP) advisory, and institutional consultancy services to government institutions, development partners, and private sector organisations.
Through the Tanzania Economic Research Institute (TERI), the firm delivers evidence-based research and policy analysis to support economic development and investment decision-making across Tanzania.
Its core practice areas include:
- Economic research and analysis.
- Investment advisory and feasibility studies.
- Business facilitation and market intelligence.
- Policy research and government advisory.
- Development partner advisory.
The firm serves clients in sectors such as energy, agriculture, finance, infrastructure, technology, real estate, natural resources, and other key areas of the economy.
Internship Details
Programme: Internship Programme
Department: Tanzania Economic Research Institute (TERI)
Programme Area: Research and Advisory Support
Employment Type: Fixed-Term Internship (3–6 Months)
Duty Station: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Reporting To: Assigned Supervisor (Economist, Data Analyst, or Policy Analyst)
Internship Purpose
The programme provides recent graduates and final-year students with hands-on experience in economic research, policy analysis, data management, and investment advisory within a professional consultancy environment.
Interns will support research and advisory teams on live client and government assignments while developing practical skills in producing high-quality research, reports, and analytical documents.
Key Responsibilities
Successful interns will be expected to:
- Support economists, policy analysts, and data analysts with data collection, organisation, and cleaning for research and consultancy assignments.
- Assist in drafting reports, proposals, policy briefs, presentations, and other project documents.
- Conduct literature reviews and background research on macroeconomic, sectoral, public policy, and PPP-related topics.
- Support the preparation of research tools and participate in field data collection activities where required.
- Maintain project records, documentation, and filing systems.
- Provide logistical and administrative support during meetings, workshops, stakeholder engagements, and public lectures.
- Verify data, facts, and figures used in reports to ensure accuracy and consistency with source documents.
- Perform other duties assigned by supervisors to support project delivery and professional development.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Be a recent graduate who completed studies within the past one to two years, or a final-year student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in:
- Economics
- Statistics
- Finance
- Public Policy
- Development Studies
- Or a related field.
- Demonstrate a strong academic record and interest in economic research, policy analysis, or data analysis.
- Have basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
- Knowledge of SPSS, STATA, or R will be an added advantage.
- No previous professional work experience is required.
- Relevant academic research, coursework, or volunteer experience will be considered an added advantage.
Key Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Strong willingness to learn.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Working knowledge of Kiswahili.
- Ability to work effectively within a team.
- Willingness to follow guidance from supervisors.
- Professionalism, reliability, and punctuality.
- Basic analytical and problem-solving skills.
What TICGL Offers
Successful interns will benefit from:
- Practical experience on real consultancy, research, and PPP advisory assignments.
- Mentorship from experienced economists, policy analysts, and PPP specialists.
- Exposure to government and development partner projects.
- A Certificate of Internship Completion upon satisfactory performance.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- Cover Letter.
- Updated CV.
- Copies of academic transcripts.
- Letter of introduction from their university (where applicable).
Applications should be sent via email to:
Email Address: consultancy@ticgl.com
Applicants should use the subject line:
Internship Application
Application Deadline
Closing Date: 8 August 2026
Recent graduates and final-year students who are passionate about economic research, public policy, and consultancy are encouraged to apply before the closing date. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable professional experience while working on impactful projects in Tanzania’s economic development sector.
