Internship Program at Konza Technopolis Development Authority

Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) is seeking competent, capable, ambitious, self-motivated and dynamic individuals that demonstrate the appropriate expertise and experience to contribute to the development of the Konza Technopolis into a leading global Technopolis and innovation hub.

The Mission of Konza Technopolis Development Authority is “To develop a thriving sustainable smart city and a vibrant innovation ecosystem contributing to Kenya’s knowledge economy”. Konza Technopolis as an area of Innovation is especially suited to Education Institutions, Research & Development Centers and Commercial interests in the sectors of Life sciences, Engineering and Information Technology Enabled Services (ITES). Konza Technopolis is also a Special Economic Zone with Incentives targeted at participating enterprises.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Trainees graduating from training institutions join the labour market with academic and theoretical approaches to work and hence require practical exposure in a real work environment. The Authority has put in place an internship opportunity as part of on the job training for purpose of moulding interns to become responsible citizens who will contribute effectively to the socioeconomic development of the country as well as develop their ability to successfully take up employment in various sectors.

Requirements

For engagement as an intern, the successful candidates shall be selected from applicants who possess the following qualifications:

A Degree/Diploma Certificate in any of the following areas of specialization from a recognized University or college.

S/NO	AREA OF SPECILIZATION
1	Urban Planning & Permitting/Development Control & Enforcement
2	Surveying & GIS
3	Environment, Health & Safety
4	Monitoring, Evaluation and Quality Assurance
5	Research, Policy & Strategy
6	Supply Chain Management
7	Project Management
8	Property Management
9	Finance & Accounts
10	Economic Development & Resource Mobilization
11	ICT
12	Engineering; Energy, Civil, Mechanical, Structural, Water& Sanitation, Solid Waste
13	Security Operations & Emergency Services
14	Human Resource
15	Records Management
16	Marketing & Corporate Communication
17	Business Management
18	Internal Audit & Risk Assurance
19	Investor Facilitation & One stop Shop / Customer Service

Successful candidates will be expected to have the following documents;

1. Copies of academic transcripts
2. Copy of National Identification card
3. Personal accident insurance to cover personal risks
4. Medical insurance cover by the Social Hospital Insurance Fund (SHIF) or any other reputable medical insurance firm
5. A copy of PIN certificate