Empowering Local Action, Inspiring Global Impact
IAESTE Kenya’s Local Committees (LCs) are the heartbeat of our national operations. They connect students, universities, and employers to international opportunities while driving community projects, professional events, and intercultural engagement. Each committee represents a bridge between local initiative and global collaboration.
What Are Local Committees?
Connecting campuses to global opportunities
Leadership at the University Level
Student-led, mission-driven, community-focused
Local Committees are student-managed groups operating in partner universities. They coordinate internships, organize exchange activities, and guide incoming and outgoing trainees. Through mentorship, teamwork, and leadership, LCs nurture globally minded graduates while promoting IAESTE’s core values of learning, cultural understanding, and collaboration.
Roles of Local Committees
Driving IAESTE’s mission locally
Each Local Committee handles outreach to employers, student recruitment, event organization, and trainee support. They ensure every participant enjoys a well-coordinated experience—bridging administrative processes with personal engagement and representing IAESTE Kenya’s vision on campus and within local communities effectively.
Supporting Incoming Interns
welcoming the world to Kenyan campuses
Local Committees organize arrivals, orientations, and cultural programs for international interns. They assist with accommodation, local transport, and social integration. This hands-on support ensures that every intern feels welcomed, informed, and included throughout their stay in Kenya.
Engaging Outgoing Students
Preparing Kenyan students for global experiences
LCs guide students applying for internships abroad through workshops, application reviews, and pre-departure orientations. Their mentorship helps students navigate the process confidently and represent Kenya with professionalism, cultural respect, and a spirit of learning.
Community Impact and Leadership
Creating change through collaboration
Local Committees also lead social projects—environmental drives, mentorship programs, and STEM initiatives—aligning IAESTE Kenya with sustainable development goals. They cultivate leadership, service, and innovation among youth, turning local efforts into national and international impact stories.
Join or Start a Local Committee
Be part of something transformative
Students passionate about leadership, innovation, and global engagement can join existing LCs or propose new ones in their universities. IAESTE Kenya provides full training, branding, and operational support to ensure each committee thrives and contributes meaningfully to our shared mission.
Be Part of the Global IAESTE Experience
Join a worldwide community that connects students, universities, and employers through meaningful technical internships. Discover opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to real projects that make an impact locally and internationally. Your global career journey starts with IAESTE Kenya.