Attachment, internships and early career
Industrial attachment, internships, CVs, portfolios and your first job.
Industrial attachment in Kenya explained: when it happens, how to find one, what to expect
Industrial attachment in Kenya explained. When it happens, how to find a placement, what you need, and what to expect during the eight to twelve weeks.
Companies in Kenya that take student tech interns
Companies in Kenya that regularly take student tech interns. Where to apply, what they look for, and how to increase your chances of landing a placement.
Student projects that impress Kenyan employers
Student projects that impress Kenyan employers. What to build, how to present it, and which project types stand out when you have no professional experience.
Ajira Digital and other government programmes for students: what is real and how to apply
Ajira Digital and other Kenyan government programmes for students. What each one offers, which are worth your time, and how to actually apply and benefit.
How to write a CV as a first-year with no experience
How to write a CV as a first-year university student with no work experience. What to include, what to skip, and how to fill one page with real substance.
How to build a portfolio as a student with no clients
How to build a developer portfolio as a student with no clients and no freelance work. What counts as a portfolio piece and how to present class projects.
Internship vs attachment in Kenya: the difference and why it matters for your CV
The difference between industrial attachment and internship in Kenya. How each works, which one your degree requires, and which employers value more.
How to get a tech internship in first or second year in Kenya
How to land a tech internship in first or second year at a Kenyan university. Where to look, what skills to show, and how to stand out with no experience.
How to write an attachment cover letter in Kenya, and what to leave out
How to write an attachment application letter in Kenya. A clear structure, what to include, what to skip, and a breakdown that works for any company.
LinkedIn for Kenyan university students: set it up properly in year one
How to set up LinkedIn as a Kenyan university student. Profile tips, what to post, who to connect with, and how to use it to find internships and jobs.
Remote internships for Kenyan students: where they come from and how to get one
How to find and land a remote internship as a Kenyan university student. Where to search, what companies expect, and how to manage remote work with classes.
Attachment logbook and report: how to write one that gets signed off first time
How to write your industrial attachment logbook and report in Kenya. What to record daily, how to structure the report, and mistakes that cause rejections.
How to turn an attachment into a job offer
How to turn your industrial attachment into a job offer in Kenya. What to do from day one, how to make yourself hard to replace, and when to ask.
What to do in semester breaks and long holidays: plans that build your CV
What to do during semester breaks as a Kenyan university student. Internships, projects, courses, and freelancing that build your CV while classmates rest.
