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The EU has opened up opportunities for recent graduates to apply for open roles within their political, press, and information division.
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On its website, the European Union advertised, inviting those with a bachelor’s degree to apply by Wednesday, June 4th.
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Simon Ingari, a career development associate, suggested that students choose courses which match their passions and abilities.
Japhet Ruto, a journalist from .co.ke, boasts more than eight years of experience in finance, business, and technology reporting both within Kenya and internationally.
The European Union (EU) has unveiled its internship program for Kenyan graduates scheduled for 2025.
What is the deadline for applying to the EU internship program?
The European Union posted an advertisement on its website encouraging new graduates to send their educational diplomas via the email address: [email protected].
The union stated that applicants have until Wednesday, June 4, to submit their CVs and cover letters.
Applicants who are selected will join the team within the political, press, and information division.
“If you’re a recent graduate with an interest in international affairs, would you like to delve deeper into the workings of a diplomatic mission and understand how the EU Delegation promotes European interests and principles in Kenya? We have a six-month traineeship opportunity available in the political, press, and information division at the EU delegation in Kenya, commencing in October 2025,” the announcement stated.
What criteria must be met to participate in the EU internship program?
- Hold a university degree and show a strong passion for topics such as trade relationships, global affairs, political studies, safety matters, news reporting, and communications, particularly focusing on challenges and developments in Africa.
- The applicant must possess demonstrated abilities in conducting research, preparing documents, managing tasks, and analyzing information.
- Act as an effective communicator and collaborate well within your team.
- You ought to be diligent and view the internship as an opportunity for personal and professional development.
- Gain a broad comprehension of the European Union’s objectives in foreign policy, particularly focusing on Africa.
- Fluency in both spoken and written English.
What duties do interns have?
- Actively engage in the operations of the EU delegation to Kenya within the realms of politics, media, and public information.
- Track Kenya’s political progress and engage in political journalism and evaluation under the guidance of the political advisor.
- Take part in the delegation’s engagements with Kenyan media outlets.
- Regularly update the delegation’s website and social media profiles as instructed by the delegation’s press and information officer.
- Help the press, information, and political departments in crafting and designing educational resources.
- Help with press evaluations.
- Organizing meetings and recording minutes.
What are some saleable courses in Kenya?
Simon Ingari, who works as a career development consultant at OYK CV Writing & Interview Coaching Services, suggested that students choose courses which match their passions and abilities.
He mentioned that this would boost motivation and improve the chances of achieving greater success in one’s career.
Choose programs that focus on practical training or internships, since employers highly regard real-world experience. Additionally, technical and vocational education and training (TVET) courses may offer quicker job placement opportunities,” he stated to .co.ke.
What were the other organizations that posted job openings?
Other updates include job postings announced by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) seeking seasoned professionals.
The openings encompass roles for supervisors.
The Attorney General’s Office additionally requested that applicants submit their applications for 22 vacant positions.
