M-PESA Africa has opened applications for its Accelerate 360 internship program, a six-month initiative designed to train the next generation of fintech professionals. Based in Kenya, the program offers interns a monthly stipend, access to Learning & Development (L&D) courses, and coaching sessions with M-PESA Africa leaders. A unique aspect of the program is the opportunity to participate in a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project, allowing interns to make a direct, positive impact on a cause meaningful to them and the community.
Upon successful completion of the program, interns will become part of M-PESA Africa’s talent pool and be considered for future permanent roles as they arise. Graduates of the program will leave with sharpened skills, a clearer career direction, and a robust professional network.
Departments Open for Interns:
- Project Administration Gain exposure to technical project lifecycle management and improve your skills in project coordination, documentation, and reporting.
- UI/UX Design Get hands-on experience in user-centered design by working on real features for One App across multiple African markets and understand how product design fits into the wider development process from research and ideation to delivery and iteration.
- Risk & Compliance Gain a deep understanding of risk and compliance management frameworks and practices, as well as data privacy management frameworks, in a leading fintech company. Lead and support projects that directly impact M-PESA Africa’s risk and compliance strategies.
- Strategy and Partnerships Obtain practical experience in strategic planning, industry and competitor analysis, and partnership evaluation within a leading pan-African fintech. Strengthen skills in project management, business modeling, and data-driven decision-making.
- Legal & Regulatory Affairs Gain practical experience in contract negotiations, drafting, reviewing, and archiving using the smart contract management system. Receive exposure to legal advisory and guidance on Intellectual Property, legal processes, regulatory requirements, and legislative compliance.
- Service Operations – Observability Engineer Gain exposure to service operations frameworks (ITIL, COBIT), automation, and process optimization in a leading fintech environment.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Completed course work awaiting graduation or graduated in the last one year in your undergrad studies.
- Currently not permanently employed.
- Available for 6 consecutive months.
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Application Process
- Create a profile on the M-PESA Africa career site, ensuring accurate contact information
- Complete the application in a single session, uploading your CV and answering all mandatory questions
- Submit your application through the recruitment portalInternships Kenya
Applications must be submitted by May 24, 2025.