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Punjab Launches Chief Minister IT Internship Programme With Rs50,000 Monthly Stipend

The paid placements are pitched as a bridge between universities and software houses to build a skilled tech workforce.

Overview

  • Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif unveiled the five-month scheme under the Digital Punjab agenda on November 8.
  • Interns will train in leading software houses across the province with mentorship from industry professionals.
  • Eligible applicants are Punjab residents holding four-year IT or computer science degrees who apply via cmitinterns.punjab.gov.pk.
  • Each selected intern will receive Rs50,000 per month during the placement to support professional development.
  • Officials describe the initiative as an early workforce component aligned with the planned Nawaz Sharif IT City and broader digital-economy goals.