The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), in conjunction with 1M1B Green Skills Academy and with the help of global CRM leader Salesforce, has launched a green internship programme for students at AICTE-affiliated institutions. The initiative intends to provide 100,000 students with climate-related skills by 2030, with 10,000 internships available in the first year.
The Green Internship programme, launched at AICTE’s offices in New Delhi, is intended to develop climate talent through the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Participants will help to transform campuses into green areas by completing sustainability audits, offering energy-efficient solutions, and creating zero-waste systems. They will also build expertise in data intelligence for climate action and work with industry mentors to cultivate a sustainability mindset.
The programme will use gamified assessments and data analysis, focusing on areas such as energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, waste management, water conservation, and carbon footprint reduction.
1M1B Green Skills Academy, first announced at the United Nations in December 2023, has partnered with the Government of Telangana and Salesforce to open India’s first physical centre in Hyderabad for hands-on climate training.
Highlighting the importance of the program, AICTE Chairman Professor T G Sitharam said, “The Green Internship Program is a key step towards fostering eco-consciousness and equipping students with practical skills in sustainability. It aligns with our vision of integrating green practices into education, helping institutions contribute to national environmental goals, and ensuring our future workforce is ready to meet global sustainability challenges.”
Manav Subodh, Founder and Chief Mentor of 1M1B, said, “India’s population primarily consists of young people. The Green Internship Program will provide them with opportunities and a platform to learn and explore new career paths in the growing green economy. It’s a program designed to identify and groom the climate talent of our country. We are proud that AICTE and Salesforce are supporting us in building a Green Future Ready workforce. 1M1B aims to provide green internships to over 1 lakh youth in the next five years.”
Salesforce India CEO Arundhati Bhattacharya emphasized Salesforce’s commitment to sustainability, noting that the programme provides valuable hands-on experience, preparing students for the green jobs of tomorrow.
Students can apply for the internship via the AICTE portal, and top performers will receive recognition and awards upon completion.
Founded in 2014, 1M1B is a UN-accredited non-profit focused on empowering youth to create real-world impact through innovation and leadership in digital technologies.
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Source: NDTV
