Are you looking for an internship in a Kenyan bank? If so,
you’re in the right place.
This article introduces you to various banks in Kenya
offering internship opportunities for students undertaking finance and related
courses and the minimum requirements set by each bank.
Of course, it’s important to attend an internship before
completing your certificate, diploma, or Degree programme now that employers
favor applicants with job experience.
Plus, in some institutions, you won’t graduate without
undergoing at least a 3-months internship.
To help you secure an internship without hustling a lot, we
compiled a list of banks offering attachments in Kenya and the basic
requirements where available.
Find them below.
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Internship in Kenya banks – where to look for an internship in Kenya as a student.
KCB bank internships
KCB bank internships give a golden opportunity to
exceptional college and university students to get hands-on skills that give
them a strong head start when it comes to banking careers in Kenya.
During the programme, the lucky students are nurtured by KCB
bank experts in the hope that they can take up central roles in the finance
industry in Kenya in the coming days.
Training especially emphasizes skills like how to identify
opportunities, take initiative, and lead projects.
How to get an internship at KCB bank
Send your application to recruitment@kcb.co.ke
Equity bank internships
Equity remains a huge Brand name and is one of the best
places to learn from as an intern because of the bank’s numerous interesting
projects.
Plus, the workplace is fast-paced and quite demanding so
you’ll be fully prepared to handle the most challenging tasks in your future
job roles.
Equity bank internships are, however, unique in that they
target fresh KCSE graduates with exemplary grades (in most cases, that is).
Requirements
You must have passed exceedingly well at your KCSE exams.
How to apply
Those going on the internship are picked through Equity
Bank’s Wings to Fly scholarship program.
Pay
The gross remuneration is shs.40,000 per month.
Internship Period
In most cases, you’ll work with the bank until you join the university you have been admitted to.
Family bank internship
Another financial institution you can target in your search
for internship in Kenya banks is Family Bank.
Like Equity Bank, the work environment here is absolutely
fascinating and you’ll be exposed to dozens of captivating projects in myriad
fields.
The seniors here are super friendly and you’ll love the
workload (you’re learning so you won’t mind!).
The remuneration is, however, not much to write home about,
though that shouldn’t be a big deal as an intern.
How to apply
Channel your internship application through recruitment@familybank.co.ke.
The other option is to follow Family bank on their LinkedIn Page www.linkedin.com/company/family-bank-ltd since they tend to post internship vacancies there.
NIC bank internship
Imagine belonging to a team of innovative bankers where you
can practice your expertise, advance your industry knowledge, and get tips to
help you establish a thriving career in the banking sector?
That’s what NIC Bank offers through their internships.
And the good thing is that you’ll be involved in a multi-cultural
team from across the planet so you’ll essentially leave the organization as a
global citizen.
This internship is for freshly graduated students or those
in the 3rd or 4th years of their degree
programmes.
Requirements
- KCSE
B+ (at least B+ Mathematics and English).
- University
degree (2nd upper class honours/equivalent).
- Continuing
student to present their transcripts.
How to apply
Visit: https://www.nic-bank.com/ke/niccareers and
create an account (click on Register a new account).
Next:
- Select
opportunities.
- Proceed to apply by filling in the requested details.
Cooperative Bank Internships
Contrary to what many students think, Co-op Bank doesn’t
currently have an official internship program.
But you shouldn’t despair because they do once in while
advertise opportunities for fresh graduates including graduate clerk jobs at
Cooperative Bank in the national dailies and on the Cooperative Bank careers
website here: https://www.co-opbank.co.ke/careers/co-operative-bank.
Having said that, the bank has in the past offered internship opportunities to Kenyan students via their subsidiary, the Co-op Bank Foundation.
CBA bank
CBA Bank is one of Kenya’s largest privately held banks and
provides exciting and rewarding career internship opportunities to Kenyan
students at various times.
Each of the attachment openings is designed to allow you to
hone your skills as you prepare to join the ever-evolving banking industry in
Kenya.
Opportunities exist in departments such as customer service,
credit, accounting, etc.
How to apply
Should you be interested in CBA Bank
internships, email them using the address info@cbagroup.com.
To view all CBA Bank careers and related opportunities,
click here.
CBK Internship
Why not consider the central bank of Kenya (CBK) in your
hunt for an internship in Kenya banks?
The CBK internship in banks (CBKIP) program is a 6-months
long attachment program that intends to help develop a pool of talented and
highly-motivated professionals for the Kenyan economy.
And the unique thing about this opportunity is that you
learn how both the central bank and commercial bank operate.
Opportunities are available in functions such as Finance,
Strategic Management, Research and Economics, Legal Services, and
Communications.
Basic Requirements
- A
first degree from any recognized university in areas like Statistics,
Finance, Economics, Management Accounting, Micro-Finance, Law, Social
Sciences, or any related discipline or even a Master’s degree in any
relevant field.
- Be
between 21-29 years old.
- Must
have graduated not more than 24 months from the last date of the CBK
internship advertisement and/or you’re awaiting graduation.
- You
must provide a reference/recommendation letter from your university.
- Must
not have undertaken previous internship programmes or gained relevant work
experience in any other programme since graduating.
Personal Attributes
- Must
possess outstanding interpersonal as well as communication skills.
- Be
goal-oriented, passionate, dynamic, and self-motivated.
- You
must be a problem-solver and a team player.
- You
must be an individual of high integrity.
- You
must be computer savvy.
How to apply for the Central Bank of Kenya internship program
If interested, follow this CBK internship portal link https://careers.centralbank.go.ke:8443 (please
confirm the deadlines before applying as the program has different timelines
every year).
You should attach a properly completed application form, copies of your academic certificates/transcripts/documents and the aforementioned recommendation/reference letter from your learning institution.
SBM bank internships
SBM is one of the leading financial services provider in
Mauritius and runs a Kenyan arm.
They do take interns occasionally in various departments and
they could be worth checking out.
The bank is highly diversified and interns have, as a
result, a chance to get in-depth knowledge from their daily interactions with
the teams in charge of the bank’s financial solutions and banking channels.
How to apply
To try your luck, email your resume and cover letter to careers@sbmbank.co.ke
CFC Stanbic Bank Internship
Another option for learners searching for an internship in
Kenya banks is CFC Stanbic.
Like SBM, theirs isn’t a fully-fledged internship programme
but they nevertheless do invite applications from qualified students and fresh
graduates from time to time.
The bank advertises these opening through social media
channels and website (CFC Stanbic bank careers page).
How to apply
The best bet here is to email your application for attachment via the following emails: recruitment@stanbic.com
Barclays bank internships
Now trading as ABSA, Barclays Bank has been collaborating
with the Government of Kenya and has rolled out a program that seeks to have at
least 10000 Kenyan students undergo industrial attachment at the bank.
Already the first batch of 3600 trainees –from both college
and universities- has been picked with plans underway to recruit the next
cohort.
Recruits earn shs.25000 per month besides benefiting from
assorted banking services at Barclays.
Be on the lookout for their next advert and details on how to apply on the PSC website here if you would like to apply.
Jamii Bora Bank Kenya Internships
No full internship program here but Jamii Bora Bank also
recruits interns occasionally.
Keep checking for internships and other Jamii Bora Bank
Kenya careers through their website http://jamiiborabank.co.ke/logs/careers
Final words
If you want to easily secure an internship in Kenya banks,
don’t put money first.
Many students claim that they deserve to be paid as they
offer their services to the bank.
Well, surprise, surprise…not many employers see it that way.
In any case, it’s a flawed argument as the bank can always
hire professionals if they really do need that service.
Instead, the bank feels that it’s giving back to the
community by giving you invaluable practical knowledge that you’ll never get
from your lecturer.
In fact, it’s the bank that is incurring a cost to educate
you!
But if they’re offering a token, grab it with both hands.
Otherwise, work and give your best, and don’t ask for a
penny.
Chances are, they won’t let you go back home if you impress them enough.