Career in IT: current internships and programs for students and schoolchildren

.NET Internship at EPAM
Location: Kazakhstan

A free intensive online program for professionals with solid knowledge of C# and .NET who want to deepen their skills. Participants gain practical experience in developing Web APIs, working with cloud technologies, microservices architecture, and modern engineering practices. The training lasts three to four months with an involvement of about 20 hours per week, and upon successful completion, interns can take a technical interview and start their career at EPAM.

Kolesa Academy
Location: Almaty

A paid IT internship for those who want to start a career, gain practical experience working with digital products, and become part of the Kolesa Group team. Over two to three months, interns complete real tasks under the guidance of company experts, receiving 150,000–200,000 tenge and the opportunity for further employment. The program takes place offline in Almaty, with support for out-of-town participants, including housing rental payments.

Summer Internship at Nazarbayev University
Location: Astana

Nazarbayev University invites high school and undergraduate students to participate in summer research projects covering AI, data processing, biology, astronautics, chemistry, and linguistics. Participants will work together with faculty and students, studying modern technologies and research methods. Programs include thermomechanics, environmental analysis, development of multimedia bodies of the Kazakh language, and other areas that contribute to the development of scientific knowledge and practical skills.

Internship at Beeline
Location: Astana

The internship in the Cloud Solutions Development Department is an opportunity to gain practical experience working with Azure, Microsoft 365, and AI bots, solidifying theoretical knowledge on real tasks. Participants develop API platforms for Microsoft and create business cases for AI solutions, working in a dynamic IT team. The company offers comfortable conditions and support, investing in the development of interns for a successful career start.

Kcell Summer Camp
Location: Almaty

A paid summer internship with a flexible schedule, where participants can develop professional skills under the guidance of experienced mentors. The program covers development, analytics, information security, telecommunications, sales, and product development, offering real practical experience and the opportunity to work on current projects. Selection takes place in several stages: application submission, phone interview, and participation in the final round.

Data Software Engineering Trainee at EPAM
Location: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

A free online program for mastering Big Data technologies and starting a career in IT. The course includes Python, SQL, relational DBMS, Hadoop, Apache Spark, Kafka, as well as the basics of cloud platforms and containerization. Training takes place in two stages: the first stage is independent study of materials over three months, the second stage is an intensive course with mentoring, which lasts three months. Graduates gain practical experience and the opportunity to take a technical interview for work at EPAM.

Data Analyst Intern at "Mobile Operator O!"
Location: Bishkek

The internship at "Mobile Operator O!" is open to beginners who know Excel, SQL, Python, and data processing methods. Main tasks include analyzing non-voice traffic, monitoring indicators, data reconciliation, and controlling the break-even point of subscriber services. A technical, mathematical, or economic education is required; experience in analytics is preferred. The company offers professional growth, corporate mobile communication, and negotiable salary.

Internship at UZINFOCOM
Location: Uzbekistan

Two and a half months of practice in a stylish office at IT Park Tashkent for women. Participants learn frontend on React, backend on Java and Python, testing, legal aspects in IT, business analytics, and data annotation. Women will receive mentoring from experts, real experience on large projects, and the opportunity to continue their career at the company.