Ryan International School, Patiala Pioneers Student-Centric Internship Programs
Kanwar Inder Singh/ royalpatiala.in News/ July 18,2025
Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” — Benjamin Franklin. This philosophy lies at the heart of our internship initiative—giving students real-world involvement that deepens learning and builds confidence.In a landmark move to bridge academic learning with real-world experience, Ryan International School, Patiala, has become the first school to launch a comprehensive school-level Internship Program, empowering students with hands-on exposure to diverse professional fields.
The school has rolled out internships across six dynamic domains: Healthcare, Hospitality, Environmental Studies, Technology & IT, Media & Journalism, Entrepreneurship, and Sports & Fitness.These pioneering initiatives are aimed at bridging classroom learning with practical application, promoting critical thinking, career exploration and enhancing skills in decision-making and professional communication.
Speaking about the vision behind these programs, the Chairman, Ryan Group of Institutions, Dr.A.F. Pinto, stressed that learning must extend beyond textbooks. These internships will provide our students meaningful exposure to industry practices to get a taste of professional work cultures at an early age.
Some key highlights from the ongoing and completed internships at Ryan Patiala include:
- Modern Banking: Conducted at State Bank of India, students from Std. 11 & 12 gained insights into account setup, digital banking, and ATM operations.
- Career Choices in Psychology: Led by Dr. Vidhu Mohan, Professor, Dept. of Psychology, Punjabi University, engaging 60 students with interactive discussions on mental health, counselling, and stress management.
- Hospitality Internship: Hosted by Punjabi University’s Dept. of Tourism & Hotel Management, where students explored the five A’s of tourism and case-based learning in hospitality.
- Sports & Shooting Academy: Held at Fateh Shooting Academy and Best Shooters Academy, Patiala, covering firearm safety, equipment handling, and career prospects in shooting sports.
The programsare carefully tailored to equip students with practical skills, industry awareness, and deeper self-understanding.The school Principal, Pooja Sharma added that the initiative reflects Ryan Group’s unwavering commitment to holistic education, making it the first institution in the region to launch and institutionalize structured student internships at the school level.
