The 2025 Internship Policy has been endorsed by the Capital Development Authority (CDA) Board, led by Muhammad Ali Randhawi. The plan is to work with graduates of the best Pakistani public and private universities, as they will be given the opportunity to gain professional experience in various departments and projects of CDA.
Details of the Internship Policy
The programme aims to recruit graduates on a transparent and merit-based basis without discrimination against applicants. The interns will be selected and assigned to various formations within the CDA, where they will assist with the activities of current projects and initiatives. It is anticipated that the policy will help fill the manpower gaps and also enable the organisation to benefit from a young, modern workforce that is well-equipped with the latest knowledge and skills.
Objectives and Benefits
The objectives of the internship programme, according to Chairman Randhawa, are to meet the manpower needs of the authority and, at the same time, provide the young graduates with good professional grooming. Through employment in a professional setting, graduates would acquire firsthand experience of urban growth, political procedures, and administrative systems. This will make them more employable and better prepared to lead the pack in the future, both in government and in businesses. The project also aligns with national objectives of empowering young professionals and digitalizing functions, enabling them to address the challenges of modernity.
Other CDA Board Decisions
During the 16th meeting, with the approval of the internship policy, several other important decisions were taken by the CDA Board. They involve the space allocation of an Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) office near the New Islamabad International Airport and land allocation of a new police station in Islamabad, on a regulatory compliance basis. The Board also resolved to present the proposal to change the name of the F-10 Service Road (East) to the federal government for consideration and approval.
Administrative and Operational Updates
Another point discussed during the meeting was the operation, such as waste disposal, where the company agreed with the Rawalpindi Waste Management Company (RWMC). The Board has also approved the upgradation of the statistical assistants of CDA to grades 15 and 16, as per the rules of the Finance Division. These are taken to enhance the efficiency and welfare of employees in the organisation.
Conclusion
The CDA’s Internship Policy 2025 is a visionary approach to attracting talented graduates from leading universities. Together with other changes like infrastructure, law enforcement support, and upgrading employees, the policy has been shown to be committed to modernization, transparency, and serving the people of Islamabad by the CDA. Through integrating the youth and digital reforms, the authority is creating an avenue towards a more creative and productive workforce.
