The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has announced a nationwide call for applications for its student attachment programme.

In a notice on Friday, April 3, the authority noted that the three-month attachment programme is designed to equip students with hands-on skills while exposing them to real-world regulatory operations in telecommunications, cyber security, e-commerce, broadcasting, multimedia, and postal/courier services.

CA also highlighted its broader mandate, which includes managing Kenya’s numbering and frequency spectrum resources, administering the Universal Service Fund (USF), and safeguarding the interests of ICT service users.

According to CA, successful applicants will be placed across a diverse set of departments aligned with their academic backgrounds. 

These include Human Resources and Administration, Corporate Communications, Finance and Accounts, and Supply Chain Management.

Technical and specialized placements are also available in departments such as Frequency and Spectrum Management, Compliance Enforcement, Monitoring and Inspection, and Postal and Telcom Licensing. 

Students pursuing ICT-related courses can apply for roles in Information Technology and Cyber Security.

Other departments open for attachment include Consumer Protection and Advocacy, Public Education and Awareness, Standards and Type Approval, Universal Service Fund, Research and Quality Management, Competition Management, and Legal Services.

Each department requires applicants to be pursuing relevant courses such as Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Journalism, Finance, Economics, Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Law, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Public Policy, and related disciplines.

In regards to requirements, candidates must be ongoing students in recognized universities, with their fields of study aligning with the department they are applying for. 

Additionally, applicants are expected to demonstrate a strong interest in gaining practical experience within a regulatory environment.

According to the CA, the programme offers multiple benefits, including hands-on experience in one of Kenya’s leading regulatory bodies. 

Participants will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, sharpen their skills in a real-world setting, and contribute to the development of the country’s ICT sector.

Interested candidates are required to submit their applications online via the provided application link. 

Applicants must attach a one-page curriculum vitae, a cover letter specifying their department of interest, and an official letter from their institution confirming current enrollment and support for the attachment.

The deadline for applications is April 8, 2026, after which only successful candidates will be contacted.

CA reaffirmed its commitment to inclusivity, noting that it is an equal opportunity employer. 

Applications are encouraged from all qualified Kenyans, including persons living with disabilities and individuals from marginalized communities. 

The Authority also warned that canvassing or failure to submit required documents will result in automatic disqualification.

Applications and correspondence should be addressed to the Director General, Communications Authority of Kenya, P.O. Box 14448, Nairobi 00800.