About the program

With a vision to create an industryready workforce who will eventually become leaders in emerging technologies, EduSkills AICTE launches the 'Virtual Internship' program on Network Security supported by Fortinet Technologies. With the increase in demand for Cyber Security, the demand for skilled security professionals is also increasing exponentially. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team CERTIN, the national cybersecurity watchdog, noted a 51 increase in the number of ransomware attacks, including on critical infrastructure, from the year before. Therefore, it is now the best time to encourage Indian students to choose cybersecurity as a career option to introduce young talent at the gates of Indian cybersecurity and strengthen its global stance in that particular sphere, by India Today Web Desk. Who Can Apply: a. Students currently pursuing BE, BTech, ME, MTech, MCA, Diploma, etc. in any Engineering and Polytechnic Institutions which are members of EduSkills can participate in the program. b. Students from Any Branch and Any Year can apply. c. Students must be available for a period of two months. Internship Process Flow: 2 Months 8 Weeks a. Students need to register for this program through AICTE Internship Portal. b. The selected students list will be sent to the concerned institute authorities. c. Shortlisted students will be enrolled on Fortinet Training Institute Portal and will be given NSE1, 2 ,3 4 Course access. d. Students need to complete the course within 4 weeks by giving online assessments. e. Students who successfully complete the online course will be assigned a project. f. Students with the help of their faculties need to complete the project within 4 weeks and submit it as per the format to be shared later. g. During the project duration, Students will attend 4 days 8 hrs. of mentoring sessions by Industry experts. Students will get 1 day 2 hrs. career advancement session by Corporate MentorsHRs. What will you get: a. Course Completion Certificate from Fortinet b. Internship Certificate by AICTE and EduSkills c. Internship digital badge

Perks

Students who complete the Internship successfully will get hiring opportunities in Global Corporates.

Who can apply?

Only those candidates can apply who:

1. are from Any
2. and specialisation from Any
3. are available for duration of 2 Months
4. have relevant skills and interests

Terms of Engagement

Terms of Engagement will be as per EduSkills Guideline

Number of openings

5000