Are you passionate about agriculture, fisheries, or sustainable food production? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in one of Pakistan’s most promising emerging sectors? The Punjab Shrimp Internship Program 2026-2027, launched by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Punjab, offers a rare and lucrative opportunity to build your career in modern shrimp farming.
Why This Internship is a Game-Changer
Shrimp aquaculture is rapidly becoming a high-value industry in Punjab. This fully funded, year-long internship program provides practical, industry-ready training at the state-of-the-art Shrimp Estate, Chak 58NB, Sargodha.
Key Highlights:
- Monthly Stipend: Rs. 100,000 (one of the highest-paid internships in Pakistan)
- Duration: 1 Full Year
- Total Positions: 70 Interns
- Application Deadline: 7th August 2026
This is more than just an internship — it’s a launchpad into Punjab’s Shrimp Aquaculture Revolution.
Available Positions
The program offers diverse roles across the shrimp production value chain:
Farm & Production Side:
- Farm & Hatchery Interns: 18
- Feed Mill Interns: 10
- Chemist Interns: 08
- Pathologist Interns: 08
- Microbiologist Interns: 08
Processing & Support Side:
- Processing Plant Interns: 06
- Farm Designing Interns: 03
- Quantity Surveyor Interns: 03
- Electrification Design Interns: 03
- Aqua Marketing & Trading Interns: 03
Whether you come from fisheries, agriculture, biology, chemistry, veterinary sciences, engineering, or business backgrounds, there’s likely a perfect role for you.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on training in modern shrimp farming techniques
- Exposure to hatchery management, feed production, disease control, processing, and marketing
- Mentorship from experts under the leadership of Hussnain Khalid Sanpaal, Project Director (Shrimp Aquaculture)
- Real-world experience that significantly boosts your employability in the growing blue economy
Who Should Apply?
Final-year students, fresh graduates, and young professionals with relevant academic backgrounds (Fisheries, Zoology, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, etc.) are encouraged to apply. Both male and female candidates are welcome — the poster beautifully showcases young professionals thriving in the field.
How to Apply
- Visit the Punjab Job Portal: http://jobs.punjab.gov.pk
- Submit your application with attested copies of:
- Academic Transcripts
- Domicile
- CNIC
- 1x Passport-size Photograph
- Screenshot of Email (if applicable)
For further details, you can also contact the Project Director’s office.
Shape Your Future in Punjab’s Aquaculture Revolution
This is a golden chance to be part of something transformative. With government backing and a massive monthly stipend, the Punjab Shrimp Internship Program removes financial barriers while giving you premium industry exposure.
Don’t miss this opportunity!
Last Date to Apply: 7th August 2026
Whether you dream of becoming a shrimp farm manager, aquaculture entrepreneur, or technical expert, this program could be your first big step.
Share this post with students and young professionals who might be interested in fisheries, agriculture, or entrepreneurship. The future of Punjab’s blue economy needs talented and motivated individuals.
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