The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has officially launched its 2025 Internship Program, giving students and fresh graduates a great chance to gain hands-on experience in the real working world. If you’ve been looking for a way to start your career journey, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
The internship will run for three months, from July to September 2025, and URA has opened up 256 positions across several departments. These internships are not just about office work—they are designed to give young people valuable skills, professional guidance, and exposure to Uganda’s key tax and revenue systems.
The biggest number of positions—100 slots—have been set aside in the Domestic Taxes Department, which deals with taxes paid by businesses and individuals within Uganda. This means if you’re studying business, accounting, or economics, this could be a great fit.
There are also many other areas where students can apply:
Customs (35 positions): For those interested in how goods are taxed when moving in and out of the country.
Administration (26 positions): Ideal for students studying public administration or office management.
Information Technology and Innovation (12 positions): Perfect for tech-savvy applicants.
Intelligence and Investigations (12 positions): A chance to work on data and crime analysis.
Finance (10 positions): Suitable for finance, accounting, or banking students.
Procurement (10 positions): Great for those studying procurement or supply chain management.
Internal Audit (8 positions)
Human Resources (8 positions)
Tax Academy (8 positions): Learn more about taxation and training.
Strategy and Risk Management (6 positions)
Performance Management (4 positions)
With such a wide range of departments, students from many different academic backgrounds can find a place where they fit.
Application Process and Deadline
Applications for the internship program opened on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, and will close on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. That means you only have one week to apply, so don’t wait too long!
All applications must be submitted online through the official URA Careers Portal:
https://careers.ura.go.ug
Note: URA has made it clear that physical (paper) applications will not be accepted, so be sure to apply through the online system only.
If you need help or more information, you can reach URA through:
Toll-Free Lines: 0800-117000 or 0800-217000
WhatsApp: 0772140000
Email: services@ura.go.ug
This internship is a great way to build your career, grow your skills, and understand how a large government agency operates. Whether you want to work in finance, IT, human resources, or even investigations, URA has something for you.
So, polish your CV, prepare your documents, and apply today. Your future might just begin with URA!
