Internship Program & Industry Synergy

Introduction

Welcome to the Internship Program page of Pak-Austria Fachhochschule: Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology (PAF-IAST), Mang Haripur. At PAF-IAST, we are committed to blending academic excellence with practical industry experience. As part of our unique Fachhochschule model, all undergraduate students are required to complete a mandatory 500-hour internship as part of their four-year bachelor’s program. This integral component of our curriculum ensures that our graduates are not only academically proficient but also equipped with real-world skills to thrive in their chosen fields.

Program Overview

Our internship program is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in their respective fields of study, bridging the gap between academia and industry. Every year, all students, except those enrolled in summer courses, actively participate in internships, gaining invaluable insights and exposure to professional environments.

Current Year’s Engagement (2024):

  • Students Placed: 1650
  • Partner Organizations: 600+ national and multinational

Last Year’s Achievements (2023):

  • Students Placed: 1075
  • Partner Organizations: 200+ industries, companies, and departments

Key Partners & Industries

Our students have the privilege of interning with some of the most renowned national and multinational organizations, providing them with diverse and rich experiences. Below is a glimpse of some of our major industry partners:

Engineering & Technology:

  • NIE
  • APRUS Technologies
  • PESCO, Mansehra
  • Volta Batteries
  • Bitsym
  • Bestway Cement
  • Smart Moves Solution, Islamabad

Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals:

  • American Fertility Center, Islamabad
  • NIH, Islamabad
  • COMSATS Abbottabad
  • Allama Iqbal Hospital Haripur
  • Ayub Medical Complex, Abbottabad
  • Haripur International Hospital

Research & Development:

  • PCSIR Islamabad
  • NIBGE Faisalabad
  • Precision Medicine Lab, Lahore
  • ART Lab, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Industry & Manufacturing:

  • Askari Cement
  • Pine Match, Hattar
  • Dewan Cement
  • Chinar Mineral Processing Mills

Corporate & Multinational Companies:

  • Telenor
  • Orient Petroleum
  • Engro
  • PSO (Pakistan State Oil)
  • Nestlé
  • Pepsi
  • Sybrid

Government & Regulatory Bodies:

  • OGRA (Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority)
  • SMEDA
  • KPITB (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board)

Final Year Projects & Industry Collaboration

In addition to internships, our students are encouraged to work on industry-linked final year projects. This year, approximately 300 students will be seeking industry collaboration for their projects, an increase from 135 students last year. These projects are designed to solve real-world problems and provide practical solutions to industry challenges.

Our Internship Partners

We take pride in our extensive network of industry partners, who play a crucial role in shaping the careers of our students.

Why Choose PAF-IAST’s Internship Program?

Industry-Driven Curriculum

  • Our programs are tailored to meet the needs of the industry, ensuring our students are job-ready upon graduation.

Extensive Network

  • With partnerships across a broad spectrum of industries, our students gain access to a wide range of opportunities.

Real-World Experience

  • The 500-hour mandatory internship requirement ensures that every student graduates with substantial industry experience.

Get Involved

We are continuously looking to expand our network of industry partners. If your organization is interested in collaborating with PAF-IAST for internships, final year projects, or other industry-academic partnerships, please contact us for more information.

Contact Information

For more details about our internship program, please reach out to our Industrial Liaison Office:

  • Email: ilo@paf-iast.edu.pk
  • Phone: 0995-931353
  • Office Location: Office M-102 Administration Block Ground Floor PAF-IAST
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