Internshala, a career-tech platform, and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) have renewed their strategic partneship to provide internship opportunities and enhance skill development for students nationwide.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Internshala and AICTE aims to facilitate student placements in internships aligned with their academic and career goals. By leveraging Internshala’s vast network of industry partners and internship management expertise, AICTE seeks to improve students’ practical learning experiences, equipping them with essential skills for today’s competitive job market and fostering their professional growth.
Commenting on the partnership renewal, AICTE Chairman Prof. T. G. Sitharam said, “Our collaboration with Internshala is a significant step toward bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world experience, ensuring that Indian youth gain practical skills crucial for their professional development. By combining our expertise and broad reach, we aim to enhance employability for millions of students nationwide, preparing a workforce ready to meet the evolving demands of the industry.”
Sarvesh Agrawal, CEO and Founder of Internshala expressed his enthusiasm: “We are thrilled to renew our partnership with AICTE to empower students with valuable internships and skill-building opportunities. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to bridge the industry-academia gap and prepare over 45 million college students in India for their careers by providing practical learning experiences.”
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Dr. Buddha Chandrasekhar, CCO of AICTE, added, “The AICTE internship portal has over 4.8 million internships posted, with a target of 10 million by 2025. We are pleased to collaborate with Internshala, which publishes more than 10,000 internships daily, connecting our students with various industries to gain real-time experience.”
Through this partnership, students will gain access to a broad range of online training programs, workshops, and internships across various sectors, including technology, management, finance, and more. These initiatives aim to address the changing needs of the job market and equip students with relevant skills. Internshala will actively encourage students to explore and engage with these opportunities in their areas of interest, thereby bridging the industry-academia gap and enhancing their professional skills.
