Join Ujiajiri and get hands-on experience with real businesses—completely free.
Real opportunities to build skills, confidence, and your professional network
Work on real projects with actual SMEs. Build experience that goes beyond theory and classrooms.
Every work pack you complete becomes part of your verified portfolio with real business outcomes.
Get guidance from experienced supervisors who help you deliver quality work and grow professionally.
Build relationships with business owners and professionals across Kenya's SME ecosystem.
Earn verifiable certificates for each work pack you successfully complete.
Many successful participants transition to paid freelance or full-time opportunities.
We offer two distinct tracks—training to build skills, or placements to gain experience
Learn at your own pace
Real work with real businesses
A clear, supportive process from application to portfolio
Fill out a simple application form telling us about your skills, interests, and availability.
Some work packs may require a quick skills check or portfolio review to ensure you're ready.
We pair you with a business that needs exactly what you can offer—perfect fit, every time.
Weekly check-ins with your supervisor, feedback on your work, and help when you need it.
Submit your completed work with evidence (screenshots, links, before/after comparisons).
Get your completion certificate and ask the business for a recommendation to boost your profile.
Success requires commitment, professionalism, and a growth mindset
Take pride in your work. Deliver value that helps businesses grow.
Respond promptly, update your supervisor, and communicate clearly with clients.
Respect timelines. If challenges arise, communicate early and work together to solve them.
Learn from critiques. Every piece of feedback helps you improve and grow.
Treat every placement as an opportunity to build lasting professional connections.
Fill out this simple form and we'll review your application within 3-5 business days.
Anyone aged 18-35 in Kenya interested in gaining work experience in digital skills.
Not always. Some work packs are beginner-friendly, while others require specific skills.
No. Ujiajiri is 100% free for young people. We never charge placement fees.
When sponsors support the program, stipends are provided. Our focus is on experience and portfolio building.