Eligibility Criteria

The AERC Internship Programme is highly competitive, and only candidates who meet the following criteria will be considered for selection:

• Age: Candidates must be 30 years old or younger at the time of submitting their application.
• Education: Applicants must hold at least a Master’s degree in one of the following fields:
  • Economics
  • Statistics
  • Agricultural Economics
• Nationality:
  • Applicants must be African nationals.
  • Legal documentation that allows the candidate to work in Kenya (physically) or remotely from any African country is required.
• Language Skills:
  • Proficiency in English (both written and oral).
  • Knowledge of an additional language, such as French, is a plus.
• Gender: Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Preferred Skills and Qualities

In addition to the eligibility criteria, the following traits are highly desirable:

• Ability to produce high-quality work with a quick turnaround.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).

Programme Details

The AERC Internship Programme provides an opportunity for young professionals to contribute to the organisation’s work while gaining valuable career experience. The programme includes:

• Duration: 3 to 6 months.
• Location: Internships will take place at AERC’s headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. Remote internships are also possible depending on the needs of the department.
• Stipend: Interns will receive a monthly stipend to assist with living expenses.
• Responsibilities:
  • Interns will be expected to support the AERC’s research, capacity building, and policy outreach activities.
  • Interns may be involved in official AERC assignments, providing them with hands-on experience.
• Travel & Accommodation:
  • Interns are responsible for their own travel expenses (if attending on-site internships).
  • Interns must arrange their own medical insurance coverage during the internship period.