This is an internship opportunity at Diageo for students in their 3rd or final year of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, specifically those interested in Engineering roles that may involve aspects of Microbiology. The program is a fixed-term contract lasting three months, designed to provide professional experience in a leading global premium drinks company.
Eligibility and Qualifications
To be considered for this internship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Only students currently in their 3rd or final year of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent can apply. Applicants must be enrolled in a public or accredited private academic institution.
- Candidates must plan to continue their education once the internship concludes or be awaiting graduation.
- Candidates who finished their education and have spent over a year (12 months) since leaving school are strictly ineligible for consideration. If such a candidate applies, their application will automatically be declined.
- Applicants must be on break/holiday from school during the entire 3-month internship period.
Required Skills and Attributes
A successful intern is expected to possess the following qualities:
- A strong desire to gain professional experience and be exceptionally eager to learn and explore possibilities.
- Strong listening skills are essential for this role.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to understand instructions and the confidence to ask clarifying questions.
- Excellent knowledge and proficiency in the use of Microsoft applications.
- Must be very articulate with fluent English.
- Patient, fast learner, committed, and able to understand directions and work quickly and accurately under pressure.
- Keen to learn about the markets and maintain a high attention to detail, taking pride in their work at this initial stage of their career development.
- A dedication to completing the fixed 3-month internship program without extension.
Mandatory Documentation Requirements
Upon selection, candidates must be prepared to provide the following mandatory documents:
- Letter from your institution indicating you are a currently enrolled student and/or require the internship as part of 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 Information
- When completing your application online, please specify your current area of study or degree title under the education or current job experience sections. This is crucial for allocation to the appropriate department.
- The internship duration is fixed for three months without extension.
- You will be required to complete an online test immediately after the application process closes to progress through the recruitment process.
- All applications must be made online via the official application link. Offline applications (e.g., dropping off documentation at the offices) are not accepted.
- Diageo emphasizes that they do not charge any fees or request any form of payment from applicants at any stage of the internship application or placement process. Applicants should beware of fraudsters.
