The Government of Punjab has announced applications for the Punjab Shrimp Internship Program 2026-27, offering a fully paid one-year internship for students and young graduates interested in aquaculture and shrimp farming. The initiative aims to develop skilled professionals for Pakistan's rapidly growing blue economy through practical industry training.
Under the program, 70 interns will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 100,000 while working at the Shrimp Estate, Chak 58NB, Sargodha.
Internship Highlights
- Monthly Stipend: Rs. 100,000
- Duration: 1 Year
- Location: Shrimp Estate, Chak 58NB, Sargodha
- Total Positions: 70
- Application Deadline: 7 August 2026
Available Internship Positions
The internship opportunities are available in the following disciplines:
|
Position |
Seats |
|---|---|
|
Farm & Hatchery Interns |
18 |
|
Feed Mill Interns |
10 |
|
Chemist Interns |
8 |
|
Pathologist Interns |
8 |
|
Microbiologist Interns |
8 |
|
Processing Plant Interns |
6 |
|
Farm Designing Interns |
3 |
|
Quantity Surveyor Interns |
3 |
|
Electrification Design Interns |
3 |
|
Aqua Marketing & Trading Interns |
3 |
Who Can Apply?
The program is open to:
- Final-year university students
- Fresh graduates
- Young professionals
Applicants should have educational backgrounds in relevant disciplines, including:
- Fisheries
- Zoology
- Marine Sciences
- Biological Sciences
- Agriculture
- Environmental Sciences
- Engineering
- Other related fields
Both male and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit:
- Academic transcripts
- CNIC
- Domicile
- One passport-size photograph
- Screenshot of email
- Other required supporting documents
How to Apply
Interested candidates can submit their applications through the Punjab Job Portal at:
Applicants may also contact the Project Director (Shrimp Aquaculture), Department of Fisheries, Government of Punjab, for further information regarding the internship program.
A Major Opportunity in Pakistan's Blue Economy
The Punjab Shrimp Internship Program is designed to equip young graduates with practical skills in shrimp farming, hatchery operations, processing, aquaculture management, and related technical fields. With a generous stipend of Rs. 100,000 per month and one year of hands-on industry experience, the program offers an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking careers in Pakistan's emerging aquaculture sector.
Candidates are advised to submit their applications before the 7 August 2026 deadline to be considered for one of the 70 fully funded internship positions.
