The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has opened applications for 194 internship and apprenticeship positions targeting young professionals seeking experience in the maritime and logistics sector.
In a notice issued on Tuesday, March 10, the authority said the one-year programme will begin in April 2026 and is designed to equip graduates with practical skills through hands-on workplace training.
KPA said the initiative aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world work experience.
“The objective of the Kenya Ports Authority internship and apprenticeship programme is to provide young adults with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and exposure to the real workplace environment,” the authority said in the notice.
Opportunities across multiple departments
The internship opportunities span several departments within the port authority.
Some of the available positions are in container terminal operations, engineering, information technology, supply chain management, research, corporate communications and marketing.
Other placements are available in marine engineering, civil engineering, safety and environmental management, ferry operations, security services and human resource management.
KPA said the placements will allow successful candidates to work alongside professionals in the port sector while gaining exposure to operations at one of East Africa’s busiest maritime hubs.
Eligibility requirements for applicants
The authority outlined strict requirements for candidates seeking to join the programme.
Applicants must be Kenyan citizens aged 27 years or below and must have graduated with a degree, diploma or certificate from a recognised institution between January 2023 and December 2025.
Candidates must also not have previously participated in an internship programme or gained work experience related to their field of study after graduation.
In addition, applicants should not have retired or exited formal employment.
Application process and deadline
Interested candidates are required to submit their applications online through the Kenya Ports Authority careers portal.
KPA has set March 27, 2026 as the deadline for applications.
The authority cautioned that incomplete applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
KPA also clarified that the internship programme does not guarantee employment after completion, although participants will benefit from professional exposure during the 12-month training period.
At the same time, the authority emphasised that it is an equal opportunity employer and encouraged persons living with disabilities to apply.
It also warned applicants against canvassing or engaging middlemen, noting that any form of influence seeking will lead to immediate disqualification.
