Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched the grand Punjab Internship Program through the Department of Tourism, Archeology and Museum.
This initiative is designed to provide paid internships to educated young people and equip them with essential skills and practical experience to thrive in the competitive job market.
By bridging the gap between education and industry, the program ensures that graduates are well prepared for the modern workforce.
Key Details about the Magnificent Punjab Internship Program:
- Duration: Three months
- Number of internships: 1,000
- Monthly allowance: Rs. 60,000
- First batch: 250 interns
- Start date: March 2025
Qualification criteria:
To apply for the Magnificent Punjab Internship Program, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Age: 21 to 28 years
- Hometown: Punjab
- Time frame for the exam: Degrees completed between 1 January 2023 and 31 December 2024
- Educational qualification: 16 years of education in relevant fields from HEC recognized institutions
Relevant degrees:
- Tourism & Hospitality Management
- History
- Archaeology
- Business administration
- Marketing
- Information Technology (IT)
How to Apply for Maryam Nawaz Punjab Tourism Internship Program
Follow these simple steps to apply:
- Visit the official website: mpip.punjab.gov.pk
- Complete the online application form.
- Attach necessary documents, including:
- Hometown
- Educational degrees
- Send your application before the deadline: 5 February 2025
Internship benefits:
This internship offers various benefits, including:
- Practical training: Gain practical knowledge and experience by applying academic skills to real-world scenarios.
- Professional development: Improve skills aligned with industry needs.
- Paid option: Receive a scholarship of Rs. 60,000 per month.
Guidelines and rules for CM internship:
Participants are expected to comply with the following rules:
- Presence monitoring: Attendance will be tracked through a GPS-enabled mobile app. Failure to comply may result in absence marks or termination.
- Leave Policy: A maximum of two magazines per month is allowed (with approval). Excess leave will lead to a deduction in scholarships.
- Payment payout: Scholarships will be linked to performance and disbursed through banking channels.
- Allocated places: Interns may be posted to offices or stations within their preferred districts.
- Dress code: A formal dress code is mandatory.
- Task Completion: Interns must complete all assignments on time.
- Confidentiality: Official information must be kept confidential.
- Return tools/materials: All materials must be returned at the end of the internship.
- Permission to leave: Interns must seek permission before leaving their assigned work stations.
- Compliance: Compliance with all organizational rules and regulations is mandatory.
Punjab Internship Program Timeline:
- Application deadline: 5 February 2025
- First batch start date: Third week of March 2025
