Internships in IT: 7 opportunities to start your career

In 2025, Central Asia is opening up more opportunities for students and young professionals in the technology sector. Companies, international organizations, and universities are launching educational and research programs that help individuals gain their first professional experience, broaden their horizons, and enter the IT industry.

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Kazakhstan

Career Start in Digital Companies at Kolesa Academy
Kolesa Group's Kolesa Academy platform offers practical courses and internships in IT, data, design, and marketing. Participants work on real-world cases from Kolesa Group companies, receive mentoring support, and can join the team after successfully completing the program.

Internships in International Projects at UNDP Kazakhstan
The United Nations Development Programme internship program is open to students and graduates who wish to work in sustainable development, digital transformation, and innovation. Internships are conducted both in the Astana office and online. Experience working with an international organization is an excellent step toward a career in IT project management and the digital public sector.

Research Internships Program 2025
The Center for International Programs under the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan has announced a call for applications for its overseas research internship program. Participants can spend three months to a year at universities and laboratories around the world, conducting research in technology, engineering, and artificial intelligence. The program covers expenses for flights, visas, and accommodation.

Path to IT for Beginners at EPAM Campus Kazakhstan
This local platform helps students and beginners take their first steps in IT. Here, you can take free practical courses in testing, development, and DevOps, receive mentoring support, and build your first projects for your portfolio. The learning format is flexible—you can study at your own pace—and top graduates have the chance to secure an internship at EPAM. The programs are tailored to the Central Asian market, making the training highly convenient for participants from Kazakhstan.

Kyrgyzstan

Tech Product Sourcing Internship at GaoTek
Canadian-American company GaoTek has opened a Tech Product Sourcing internship for students in Kyrgyzstan and neighboring countries. The program is designed for beginners interested in product management, logistics, and technology. The internship is remote, making it accessible from anywhere in the region.

Uzbekistan

International Career Start in IT at EPAM Global Campus
The course is designed for students and graduates who wish to develop web development skills and build an international career. Training is conducted online in English, with mentoring support and the opportunity to join EPAM's global projects.

Internship Program at the U.S. Embassy
The U.S. Embassy in Tashkent invites students and recent graduates to apply for internships in technical and administrative departments. This is an opportunity to familiarize yourself with the IT infrastructure of a large international organization and develop skills in communication, project support, and digital tools.