Chief Minister’s
Message
The Chief Minister IT Internship Program is a key step toward empowering our youth with practical skills and industry exposure. By bridging the gap between education and employment, this initiative will help IT graduates build successful careers and contribute to Punjab’s digital future.
Chief Minister Punjab
Overview Summary
Empowering IT Graduates
The Chief Minister IT Internship Program is a flagship initiative by the Government of Punjab aimed at enhancing the employability of fresh IT graduates through hands-on industry experience. Designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical application, this program offers paid internships in collaboration with IT companies. Through this initiative, selected interns will receive professional mentorship, gain exposure to real-world projects, and develop market-driven digital skills to thrive in today’s competitive job market. The program not only supports youth employment but also strengthens the digital ecosystem of the province.
Take the first step towards a successful IT Career
Eligibility Criteria
Steps to Qualify for
the Internship
Qualifications
At least 16 years of education in mentioned list or closely related disciplines.
- ➥ Computer Sciences
- ➥ Information Technology
- ➥ Cyber Security
- ➥ Information Security
- ➥ Artificial Intelligence
- ➥ Multimedia
- ➥ Telecom & Networking
- ➥ Animation
- ➥ Business Information Technology
- ➥ Communication Systems & Networks
- ➥ Computer & Information Systems
- ➥ Computer Networking
- ➥ Computer Science & Business
- ➥ Computer Science & IT
- ➥ Data Science
- ➥ Graphic Designing
- ➥ Information Management
- ➥ Information Systems
- ➥ Information Technology Management
- ➥ Mobile Computing & Information Systems
- ➥ Multimedia Arts
- ➥ Remote Sensing & GIS
Graduation
Graduated in last 4 years
Gender
All genders are eligible
Employment Status
Must be unemployed
CNIC & Domicile
Punjab Resident
Internship Details
Core Elements of the
Internship
5 Months
Duration
Rs. 50,000
Monthly Stipend per Month for Candidate
Rs. 12,500
Monthly Support per Intern to IT Companies
2,000
Internships
Our Process
Candidate Registration &
Selection Process
Step 01
Profile Creation
Step 02
Aptitude Test
Step 03
HEC Verification
Step 04
Interview
Step 05
Final Selection
Step 06
International Certification
FAQ’s
Questions? Look here
To qualify as a host organization, companies must:
- It must be registered with PSEB (Pakistan Software Export Board)/relevant authority
- Have a physical office located in Punjab
- Submit an undertaking to mentor and train interns in market-relevant IT skills
Interns are matched based on the IT Company’s requirements and the candidate’s qualifications, skills, and preferences. Host IT Companies will conduct interviews before final selection.
Yes, during the registration process, organizations can specify the number of interns they require. Final placements are subject to availability and program guidelines.
The intern stipend is paid directly to the interns. However, to support training and supervision, host organizations will receive an incentive of PKR 12,500 per intern per month for the full five-month internship period.
Yes, host IT Companies must submit a monthly performance evaluation report for each intern to ensure stipend disbursement and monitor intern progress.
Interns should be assigned productive and IT-relevant tasks as per their domains and skills.
Yes, but only in justifiable cases such as misconduct, violation of workplace policy, or prolonged absenteeism. Formal documentation and prior intimation to the program management team are required.
Yes, eligible organizations can reapply in subsequent phases of the program, subject to meeting the criteria and availability of interns.
Applicants must:
- Hold a valid CNIC with permanent address of the Punjab and Domicile of Punjab.
- Have completed at least 16 years of education or a degree in any of the following or closely related disciplines o Computer Sciences, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Information Security, Artificial Intelligence, Multimedia, Telecom & Networking, Animation, Business Information Technology, Communication Systems & Networks, Computer & Information Systems, Computer Networking, Computer Science & Business, Computer Science & Information Technology, Data Science, Graphic Designing, Information Management, Information Systems, Information Technology Management, Mobile Computing & Information Systems, Multimedia Arts, Remote Sensing & Gis or other closely related
- Have graduated within the last 4 years.
- All genders are encouraged to apply.
- Must be unemployed.
The internship duration is 5 months.
Yes, all selected interns will receive a monthly stipend of PKR 50,000, funded by the Government of Punjab.
To qualify for the full monthly stipend, interns must:
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The stipend eligibility criteria are as follows:
- Minimum 70% attendance (50% weightage)
- Supervisor’s Performance Evaluation Report — 40% weightage (minimum required: 50%)
- Interns’ Monthly Progress Report (Mandatory) (10% weightage)
- Submit monthly progress reports.
- Ensure supervisors submit evaluations electronically each month.
- Interns are allowed up to two paid leave days per month. Additional absences will result in stipend deductions.
Visit the official program website, register online, fill out the application form, and upload the required documents.
You will need to upload:
- CNIC copy
- Recent passport-sized photograph
- Most Recent Academic degree or transcript
After submission:
- Your documents and information will be reviewed.
- If shortlisted, you may be contacted for an interview.
- Final selection will be communicated via email/portal.
Yes, a certificate of completion will be issued to interns who fulfill the program requirements.
No, only those who have already graduated in last four years are eligible
Yes, the program will benefit a total of 2,000 graduates across Punjab.
No, candidates who have participated in any government internship program within the last one year are not eligible.
No, Internship will be offered once
Internship will not be offered again, if the offer is not accepted till deadline.
As part of the internship program requirements, each candidate must successfully complete one Internationaly recognized Certification which can be obtained from Global IT Certification Project.
Submission of the certification results is a mandatory for the disbursement of the final month’s stipend and the issuance of the internship completion certificate.