Key Takeaways
- Punjab government opens applications for Batch III of CM Punjab Climate Leadership Development Internship Program.
- Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 60,000 for a three-month program.
- Program aims to develop young climate leaders through digital learning and practical field experience.
The Punjab government has launched Batch III of the CM Punjab Climate Leadership Development Internship Program (Phase II), offering young professionals a unique opportunity to gain experience in climate change and environmental protection.
The program, managed by the Environment Protection and Climate Change Department (EPCCD), is designed to develop the next generation of climate leaders through a combination of digital learning, practical field experience, and professional mentorship.
Applicants must submit their online forms by September 18, 2026, according to the official EPA Punjab announcement. The application process is automatic and merit-based, with a female quota of 50 percent of seats.
The monthly stipend of Rs. 60,000 will provide financial support to participants throughout the three-month program, covering their learning activities, field assignments, and capstone projects.
The program includes access to a modern Learning Management System, enabling interns to complete learning modules and gain knowledge in areas such as climate change, environmental protection, and sustainable development.
Participants will also gain practical exposure through visits to Environmental Protection Agency field offices and experience in EPCCD units, including strategic, development, communications, and climate policy units.
UNFCCC certification will be a key component of the internship, introducing participants to international climate frameworks and global efforts to address climate change.
The program aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of environmental governance, combining practical field experience with theoretical knowledge.
For more information, interested candidates can visit the official application portal at epd.punjab.gov.pk/Climateinternship.
