Developing country

The first aspect of working in a developing country is the less obvious one, but the most important - at least if you are looking for a good internship. Developing countries often have a very high economy growth rate and at the same time lack a sufficient amount of people with needed skills, knowledge and education. That’s why positions in such countries often offer experiences connected with building systems and defining strategies, rather than just with following of established processes, i.e. it is decision-making roles in comparison with supporting role in the organization.

Lets take the example of HR - the supply of suitable (educated and/or experienced) people from local universities is still lower than the market demand, this is leading to a situation where both HR agencies and their clients offer AIESEC Internship positions and show high interest in employing AIESEC alumni.

Working in such an economy is a great experience because:

• the organizations who employ interns have few competitors and thus there is a great demand for their service from the market - thats why your work really matters,
• the jobs include a big deal of responsibility and
• offer a very deep and diverse experience to the intern.

There is also a different, less corporate and more social, view on the situation. By working here, whether you're in a management position in a multinational company or working with kids in an NGO, you are contributing to the development of Pakistan. The country is undergoing changes as an economy but also as a society. Now, with a stable political situation, the growth is immense but is missing enough know-how and human resources, that is why AIESEC Interns have a real relevance here.

When it comes to a direct impact on development, AIESEC Pakistan has already had Internships in areas of HIV/AIDS, education, women's empowerment, water issues and rural development. But with the capacity and networks we have available, we are able to raise positions focusing on solving also a lot of other issues – all we need to know is that there is sufficient interest of suitable trainees.