NCBA Group has launched the 2026 cohort of its Go Getter Internship Program, selecting 50 graduates drawn across 16 Kenyan universities.
Structured as an eleven-month immersive experience, the Program allows participants to rotate across key business units, including Retail Banking, Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB), Investment Banking, Human Resources & Culture, Finance, and Regional Business. Each of them is paired with a dedicated coach and mentor with opportunities to solve real business problems.
The launch comes at a critical time for Kenya’s labour market, where youth unemployment and underemployment remain a pressing challenge. According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, young graduates continue to face significant barriers to formal employment, with many requiring months, if not years, to transition into stable careers. In this context, structured internship programmes such as the Go Getter Internship are increasingly becoming essential bridges between education and employment, equipping graduates with practical skills, workplace exposure, and professional networks that significantly improve their employability.
Workforce of the future
Since its inception in 2023, the Program has onboarded 200 graduates, with 50% transitioning into permanent and contract roles within the Group. This strong conversion rate reflects NCBA’s deliberate approach to talent development as a long-term investment in the workforce of the future. By providing hands-on experience in a dynamic corporate environment, the Program enables young professionals to better prepare for the realities of the employment world while sharpening their competitive edge.
“In a market where young professionals are often asked to gain experience before they are given a chance, NCBA is taking a different approach, one rooted in belief. Through the Go Getter Program, we are empowering ambition by trusting young talent early, providing real-world exposure beyond the classroom, and opening clear pathways into meaningful careers. We believe in our Go Getters first, and we are proud to help them turn potential into impact,” said Monicah Kihia, Group Director of Human Resources and Culture at NCBA Group.
NCBA launches 3rd Go Getter Internship cohort
NCBA recognized as a Top Employer 2026
NCBA’s recent certification as a Top Employer 2026 by the Top Employers Institute, an independent global authority on workplace excellence, reinforces the Group’s commitment to building a high-performance culture and people-centric practices.
The 2026 cohort is anchored within NCBA’s Ubuntu 2026 – 2030 Strategy, a five-year transformation framework that places people, purpose, and shared growth at the center of the Group’s operations. Rooted in the philosophy of “I am because we are,” Ubuntu guides NCBA’s commitment to nurturing talent, fostering inclusive growth, and building sustainable impact across the communities it serves.
The Program also forms part of the broader NCBA Change The Story sustainability agenda, which focuses on rewriting the narrative around youth employment by investing in mentorship, skills development, and access to opportunity. Through this initiative, NCBA continues to play a proactive role in shaping a more inclusive and resilient workforce of the future.
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