Punjab has launched groundbreaking initiatives to empower young graduates through innovative internship programs. These programs focus on developing skills, offering financial independence, and creating job opportunities for the youth.
Punjab Socioeconomic Registry Program: Limited Internship Opportunities
The Punjab Socioeconomic Registry Program offers young men and women limited internship positions on a Union Council basis. This initiative aims to uplift local communities by enabling graduates to actively contribute to their respective Union Councils.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Minimum qualification: Graduation (14 years of education) or equivalent (graduates from 2020 or later).
- Preference for BS Computer Science/IT graduates.
Benefits:
- Stipend: PKR 50,000 per month
- Duration: 75 days
How to Apply:
- Submit your application online using the official link.
- Visit the Deputy Director of Local Government’s Office at 7 Fasieh Road, Islamia Park, Lahore.
- Contact: 042-99332783
Application Deadline: December 20, 2024
Shrimp Farming Internship by Punjab Fisheries Department
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has launched a unique six-month internship program focusing on Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Zoology, offering participants hands-on training in shrimp farming.
Program Highlights:
- Location: Fisheries Department’s shrimp farm in Muzaffargarh
- Stipend: PKR 50,000 per month
- Objective: Train graduates in shrimp cultivation, promoting aquaculture industry growth
CM Maryam Nawaz emphasized the potential of shrimp farming, stating that utilizing 100,000 acres of land for cultivation could generate over $1 billion in revenue. The initiative is expected to create 10,000–20,000 jobs in South Punjab, transforming barren lands into thriving aquaculture zones.
Additional Support:
Farmers and investors will receive leased land, incentives, and essential equipment to promote shrimp farming. Graduates can apply through an online job portal.
Chief Minister Internship Program: Scholarships for Talented Youth
Secretary Youth Affairs Punjab, Muzaffar Khan Sial, has announced a scholarship worth PKR 25,000 for the province’s educated youth starting next month.
Key Details:
- Scholarships are offered under the CM Internship Program in collaboration with the Bank of Punjab.
- Selected participants will receive internship cards.
Director General Youth Affairs Punjab, Khizar Afzaal, highlighted the program’s impact, stating it’s a “blessing for the talented youth of the province.” The CM Internship Program not only provides financial aid but also offers avenues for personal and professional growth.
