Diageo is the world’s leading premium drinks company, built on the principles and foundations laid by the giants of our industry. This contractual internship program offers Accounting Interns a fixed period of three months in Nairobi, designed to provide students in the final stages of their university education with professional experience in the Finance/Accounting domain.
Eligibility for the Internship Program
- Student Status: Only students in their 3rd or final year can apply for these opportunities.
- Educational Planning: Applicants should plan to continue their education once the internship concludes or be awaiting graduation.
- Time Since Graduation: Candidates who finished their education and have spent over a year (12 months) since leaving school will not qualify for consideration. If you apply, your application will automatically be declined.
- Institution: Must be undertaking a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a public or accredited private academic institution.
- Internship Period: You must be on break/holiday from school during the internship period.
- Commitment: Dedication to completing the three-month internship program is required, as the internship is for a fixed period without extension.
Skills and Attributes Needed (What you will need)
A successful intern has a desire to gain professional experience and is exceptionally eager to learn and explore possibilities. Requirements include:
- Communication: Strong listening skills are required. Excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to understand instructions, as well as not being afraid to ask questions will ensure a productive internship.
- Technical Proficiency: Excellent knowledge in the use of Microsoft applications is needed.
- Personal Attributes: Must be very articulate with fluent English, patient, committed, a fast learner, able to understand directions, and capable of working quickly and accurately under pressure.
- Detail Orientation: High attention to detail and pride in their work at this initial stage of their career development.
- Market Interest: Keen to learn about the markets.
Mandatory Documentation Requirements
If selected, the following documents must be provided:
- Letter from your institution indicating you are a student there and/or require internship as part of requirement for course completion.
- Personal Accident insurance cover for the duration of the internship.
- Bank account details.
- Copy of National Identity Card.
- Copy of KRA Pin Certificate.
- NSSF and SHA numbers.
Critical Application Details
- Area of Study: When completing your application, please specify your current area of study or degree title under the education or current job experience sections. This information is needed for us to allocate you to the appropriate department. Failure to provide these details may affect your chances of being selected.
- Online Test: You will be required to complete an online test as soon as the application process is closed to progress through the recruitment process.
- Application Method: We cannot accept offline applications. All applications must be made online via the application link.
- Fees Warning: Please note that we do not charge any fees or request any form of payment from applicants at any stage of the internship application or placement process. Beware of fraudsters posing as representatives of the company.
- Deadline: Applications close on 31st December 2025.
