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AICTE Invites Applications for 20,000 Free Virtual Internships in Cyber Security, Here’s How to Apply

AICTE is accepting applications for 20,000 free virtual internships in cyber security by Cisco, for which students need to apply before 31 March 2021

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AICTE has invited applications from engineering students for as many as 20,000 free virtual internships in cyber security by Cisco. The internship initiative was launched by AICTE, Cisco and NASSCOM FutureSkills last month with an aim to increase the employability of fresh graduates through the ‘learning by doing’ methodology. This is an initiative by AICTE, and students have been advised to not confuse the same with Cisco India's Standard Internship Program (managed through Cisco's careers page).

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Cisco Networking Academy will conduct the program, which is of duration of two months. While no stipend will be paid to participating students, at the end of the internship, students may receive an internship certificate depending on the quality of work. Through this program, the stakeholders involved hope to build a pool of skilled talent significant for future jobs relevant in the industry.

Who can Apply for the AICTE Free Virtual Internships in Cyber Security?

The online application portal has been opened up on 8 March 2021, and the following students can apply for the AICTE internship by Cisco:

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  • Second and third year engineering students.
  • Engineering institutions of applicants have to be part of the Cisco Networking Academy.
  • Applicants must have relevant skills and interests.

How to Apply for the AICTE Free Virtual Internships in Cyber Security?

Students can apply on the dedicated AICTE internship portal before 31 March 2021 by verifying their email address and password. Students will have to complete Introduction to Cyber Security, Introduction to Packet Tracer and Cyber Security Essentials courses through either contacting the NetAcad instructor at their institution or through Cyber Security Internships pathway at FutureSkills PRIME.

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How the AICTE Internship Will Be Conducted?

Upon completing the courses, students may submit their certificates of completion at www.virtualinternship.co.in for which approved students will receive a link to create their account in April 2021. After that, selected students will be invited for a 3 hours industry session hosted by Cisco.

After the industry session, students will be allowed to design a secure network for their institutions on Packet Tracer Simulation tool under the guidance of a faculty coordinator at their institution. Once the project work is completed and submitted, participating students will be given a final quiz, and based on their performance will be rewarded a virtual internship certificate. Students who wish to apply for the free AICTE Internship are advised to visit the official page for more information.

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