AICTE Launches Career Portal For 3 Million Students – News18

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) along with apna.co has launched the ‘AICTE Career Portal’ which features jobs and internship opportunities. The portal also offers an exclusive opportunity for students to participate in the Silicon Valley Immersion Programme. It includes a fully-sponsored trip to Silicon Valley, USA, where students will engage directly with industry leaders at renowned companies such as Google, Apple, and Microsoft, among others, the council said in a press release. The AICTE Career Portal will go live on April 30.

AICTE Chairman Prof. T.G. Sitharam, Vice Chairman Dr. Abhay Jere, Member Secretary Prof. Rajive Kumar, and Nimrit Parikh, Founder and CEO of Apna.co were present at the launch ceremony at AICTE HQ, New Delhi. The portal has been launched “to transform the landscape of career opportunities for engineering students across India,” the AICTE said.

“With 50 per cent of jobs accepting freshers, the platform emerges as a catalyst in connecting fresh talent with lucrative opportunities. This opportunity emphasises the commitment of AICTE and apna.co to provide students with unparalleled experiences for professional growth and global exposure,” the council added.

The platform aims to provide job seekers access to a diverse array of national and international job opportunities, with internships slated for inclusion by Q3 FY2024. The platform also offers an AI-powered Resume Builder for standout resumes and real-time notifications for job updates. AI-assisted interview prep and salary benchmarking will also be launched in the portal.

While launching the portal, Prof Sitharam, AICTE Chairman highlighted, “The collaboration with apna.co signifies a pivotal partnership between the government and startups, addressing critical employment challenges. By joining forces, we are not only empowering students to cultivate essential skills but also facilitating their access to a broad spectrum of national and global employment opportunities. This association also fosters meaningful engagement with leading companies via a dynamic ecosystem that nurtures talent and drives economic growth.”

Nirmit Parikh, Founder and CEO of apna.co, commented, “Amidst the ever-evolving job landscape, our dedication lies in moulding India’s tomorrow by empowering its youth to excel both locally and globally. At apna.co, we firmly believe India’s youth aren’t just poised to keep pace but to lead the charge in shaping the future of the global workforce. The career portal with AICTE marks a crucial stride in addressing the hurdles faced by India’s youth in navigating today’s intricate job market. This venture is crafted to arm fresh graduates and job seekers with the platform they need to launch careers and fulfil their professional aspirations. It also reiterates our unwavering commitment to promoting the growth and success of the next generation.”

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