PM Internship Scheme in Kerala
Kerala has one of India's highest literacy rates and a strong banking and cooperative sector. Kochi (Ernakulam) is the commercial capital and home to Infopark and SmartCity IT SEZs, making it an emerging IT hub. The state also has a large consumer goods market and a growing logistics sector through the Vallarpadam Container Terminal.
Economic Overview
Kerala has one of India's highest literacy rates and a strong banking and cooperative sector. Kochi (Ernakulam) is the commercial capital and home to Infopark and SmartCity IT SEZs, making it an emerging IT hub. The state also has a large consumer goods market and a growing logistics sector through the Vallarpadam Container Terminal.
This economic backdrop makes Kerala one of the more active states in the PM Internship Scheme, with companies across multiple sectors offering hands-on internship roles to young candidates.
What to Expect as an Intern
Kerala offers an excellent quality of life for interns — clean cities, reliable public transport, high safety, and a literate, professional work culture. Banking internships involve customer service, KYC, and loan processing. IT internships in Kochi are office-based with structured learning programmes.
Major Cities for Internships
Internship locations in Kerala span major cities and, in some sectors, rural and semi-urban areas. Here are the key locations where companies operate:
Active Sectors in Kerala
These industries have a significant presence in Kerala and are likely to offer internships through the scheme. Click any sector to explore roles and companies in detail:
Companies with Presence in Kerala
These top companies have offices, plants, or operations in Kerala and may offer internship positions through the scheme. Visit the official portal for current openings:
How to Apply for Internships in Kerala
To apply for internships in Kerala, register on the official PM Internship portal and filter available positions by state. Set your preferred location to Kerala and browse roles from companies operating here.
While you can express a state preference, final posting depends on the company's available openings. Candidates from Kerala are encouraged to apply to companies headquartered or with facilities in the state for the best chance of a local placement.
Kochi is the best city for opportunities — target Infopark and SmartCity IT companies, and Federal Bank, South Indian Bank, and Dhanlaxmi Bank for banking roles. Kerala candidates also have strong prospects with FMCG distribution due to the state's high purchasing power and structured retail networks.
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