PM Internship Scheme: A Robust Career Launchpad for Banking

Synopsis

Interns from the Prime Minister Internship Scheme shared their transformative experiences at an open house organized by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. The event attracted 557 participants and highlighted the positive impact of the program on aspiring professionals in banking.

Key Takeaways

Transformative Experiences: Interns shared their life-changing journeys.
Strong Industry Partnerships: HDFC Bank collaborates with the scheme to prepare students.
Job Opportunities: Interns may transition to full-time roles after their internships.
Encouragement to Apply: Applications for the next round are open until April 22, 2025.
Impactful Learning: Interns emphasized the value of hands-on experience in their careers.

New Delhi, April 12 (NationPress) Some interns who have benefited from the Prime Minister Internship Scheme shared their life-changing experiences during an open house hosted by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, as revealed on Saturday.

This event served as an essential gathering for aspiring candidates, current interns, and industry representatives, attracting an impressive audience of 557 participants, according to the ministry.

Priyo Roop Guha, HR Lead (Center of Excellence) at HDFC Bank, discussed the bank's active collaboration with the PM Internship Scheme to transform aspiring students into job-ready professionals — providing them with practical exposure, mentorship, and skill enhancement.

He also noted that more than 130 interns have been onboarded nationwide under the internship program since December, assigning them frontline sales positions close to their homes. After their internships, many may transition into full-time roles, establishing it as a significant launchpad for careers in banking.

During the Open House, three interns — Niraj from Uttar Pradesh, Pralay from West Bengal, and Astha from Bihar — recounted their inspiring journeys within the PM Internship Scheme, each illustrating a distinct path of growth and transformation.

Niraj, a history graduate, elaborated on his shift into the finance and banking sector. With HDFC Bank's full support, he was moved from Delhi to a branch closer to his hometown, enabling him to learn and contribute significantly.

From mastering core banking services to grasping financial products, his journey has been marked by remarkable professional development.

Astha, a 22-year-old from Naugachia, Bihar, aspired for a job after completing her commerce degree but initially lacked skills and was restricted from leaving her hometown.

After a friend introduced her to the PM Internship Scheme, her life changed dramatically.

Now placed at a nearby HDFC branch, she has grown confident, disciplined, and adept at handling banking products, proudly supporting her family. “I never imagined such an opportunity would come my way,” she states, now motivating others to apply as well.

Pralay, who left a fixed-salary job to pursue the internship, shared how his background in economics found its true application in the banking field.

He insisted that this learning experience has proven to be more valuable than a conventional job. With unwavering support from his team, he is optimistic that the internship will lead to a full-time career in the industry.

As applications for Round 2 of the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme’s pilot phase are currently open, eligible youth are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline on April 22, 2025.