Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network

23/09/2026

What a fantastic way to wrap up the PUAN National Internship Program 2026! This year, 29% of the interns have received job offers after completing the three-month program. This is a strong reflection of how hands-on professional experience can open doors to the next career opportunity.
From June 1 to August 31, 38 interns gained practical workplace exposure through this program. A big shout-out to all our mentors who volunteered their time and expertise, helping junior alumni build confidence, strengthen professional skills, and take the next steps in their careers.
U.S. Embassy Pakistan U.S. Consulate General Karachi US Consulate General Lahore

22/09/2026

A new hub just opened in Islamabad and it’s built to help Pakistani entrepreneurs scale their businesses. U.S. Chargé d'Affaires Natalie Baker and Federal IT Minister Shaza Fatima officially launched the Innovation Hive at United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan Islamabad, connecting local talent with American experts, technology, and investors through mentoring sessions, product-demo days, and online business classes.
Come visit the Innovation Hive, grow your network, and take your business to the next level.
انوویشن ہائیو - جو پاکستانی کاروباری افراد کو اپنے کاروبار کو وسعت دینے میں مدد فراہم کرے گا۔
امریکی ناظم الامور نیٹلی بیکر اور وفاقی وزیر برائے انفارمیشن ٹیکنالوجی شزا فاطمہ نے یو ایس ای ایف پی اسلام آباد میں "انوویشن ہائیو" کا باقاعدہ افتتاح کیا، جو رہنمائی کی نشستوں، مصنوعات کے عملی مظاہروں، اور آن لائن کاروباری تعلیم کے ذریعے مقامی ہنر مند افراد کو امریکی ماہرین، ٹیکنالوجی اور سرمایہ کاروں سے جوڑے گا۔
آئیں، انوویشن ہائیو کا دورہ کریں، اپنا نیٹ ورک وسیع کریں، اور اپنے کاروبار کو ترقی دیں

22/09/2026

Fulbright Scholar Dr. Faisal Abbas's professional trajectory exemplifies how academic excellence translates into actionable national and global policy. Through his work, he has been bridging micro-level development economics with macro-level socio-economic transformation.
Recently, he has been appointed Principal and Dean of the School of Social Sciences and Humanities, National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Islamabad. His expertise in macroeconomics, development economics, health economics, and migration continues to shape high-level policy at the provincial and national level.

Fulbright Scholar Dr. Faisal Abbas's professional trajectory exemplifies how academic excellence translates into actionable national and global policy. Through his work, he has been bridging micro-level development economics with macro-level socio-economic transformation.

Recently, he has been appointed Principal and Dean of the School of Social Sciences and Humanities, National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Islamabad. His expertise in macroeconomics, development economics, health economics, and migration continues to shape high-level policy at the provincial and national level.

21/09/2026

What opportunities are emerging as Pakistan’s electric vehicle market grows?

Through the PUAN Grants Program, IVLP 2025 alumna Barrister Sarah Kazmi speaks with Dr. Naveed Arshad, Director of the LUMS Energy Institute, about EV investment, battery manufacturing, charging infrastructure, software, and technology partnerships.

The conversation also explores opportunities for U.S.–Pakistan commercial and technology partnerships in the evolving EV sector.

▶️ Watch Episode 4: https://youtu.be/dBy9w_pdKu4

21/09/2026

Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) 2023 alumna Afifa Nasar Ullah has spent more than a decade working across journalism, documentary filmmaking, research, and professional training on migration, human trafficking, and migrant smuggling.
Her work with organizations including Deutsche Welle, InfoMigrants, BBC World Service Urdu, ICMPD, and MRC has focused on accurate, evidence-based, and responsible reporting, while also training journalists on verification, responsible interviewing, informed consent, and ethical storytelling.
Afifa has also engaged young people on recognizing risks linked to unsafe migration, deceptive recruitment, and fraudulent employment opportunities.
She has now been selected as a Fall 2026 Journalism Fellow at Toronto Metropolitan University’s Global Migration Institute, where her research explores the relationship between migration and emerging technologies, including AI, biometric systems, and digital governance.
Through AWE 2023, Afifa added entrepreneurship and professional networking experience to an established career in journalism and documentary filmmaking, continuing to build new pathways for research, professional growth, and responsible communication.
More: https://puan.pk/freedom-250-afifa-nasar-ullah-advances-responsible-journalism-on-migration-trafficking-and-smuggling/

18/09/2026

Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD) 2021 alumna Parveen Noor is putting her U.S. exchange experience into action in Gwadar.
Through her PUAN Connect Project, “Creative Gwadar: Youth Art Innovation Workshop & Community Exhibition,” around 20 students and emerging artists took part in hands-on activities including painting, sketching, and collaborative artwork before presenting their work through a community exhibition.
The project connected artistic skills, freedom of expression, and creative innovation while giving young participants a platform to turn their ideas into work they could share with their community.
Through , PUAN celebrates how U.S. exchange alumni are applying their experience and leadership through practical initiatives across Pakistan.

Read the detailed story: https://puan.pk/puan-grant-creates-a-platform-for-young-artists-in-gwadar/

14/09/2026

We are hiring an Event Planning Program Assistant in Islamabad!

Are you a dynamic, outgoing, and people-oriented professional who enjoys creating welcoming experiences and bringing people together? Join us to help engage our community, support exciting programs and events, and make every visitor feel connected and inspired.

To view the job description and apply, click on the link: https://resume.brightspyre.com/jobs/ywnb_IGsUj5BZQwqrUaaDZGoLrgv

Apply by: September 21, 2026.

*This organization provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, or marital status.

14/09/2026

We are hiring an Innovation Center Coordinator in Islamabad!

Are you a dynamic and engaging professional with a strong understanding of the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem? Join us to help create a vibrant and welcoming space where entrepreneurs, innovators, and ideas can connect, collaborate, and grow.

To view the job description and apply, click on the link: https://resume.brightspyre.com/jobs/ywnb_IGsUj5BZQwqrUaaDZGoLrgp

Apply by: September 21, 2026.

*This organization provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, or marital status.

14/09/2026

USEFP kicked off its Fulbright 80th Anniversary Conversations series last week with a session on "Scams in Pakistan: Real Stories and Real Lessons", delivered by Dr. Saad Islam, a Fulbright alumnus and Ph.D. in Cybersecurity from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Moderated by USEFP Executive Director Dr. Peter Moran, the session brought together Fulbright and Humphrey alumni from academia, banking, finance, and the development sector in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Dr. Islam shared real-world insights and practical tips on spotting fake accounts, fraudulent websites, and spam emails. The session closed with a lively Q&A, as several alumni shared their own experiences with scams.

09/09/2026

Day 2: From roadmaps to results!
Ten teams stood before a senior jury at the PUAN Economic Policy Challenge 2026, pitching the policy recommendations they built over two intensive days, defending their thinking, answering hard questions, and making the case for real, implementable ideas.
Chargé d'Affaires, ad interim Andy Halus, U.S. Embassy Pakistan closed the Challenge, marking the U.S. Freedom 250 anniversary and reflecting on the ten policy areas teams tackled, from investment to institutional reform. "Two hundred fifty years ago, a small group of people bet on a bold idea and built a nation. This week, I watched alumni make that same kind of bet on Pakistan's economic future," he said.
Federal Minister and Board of Investment Chairman Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh also joined, underscoring the importance of connecting policy thinking to Pakistan's investment priorities.
Congratulations to our top three teams! And to every participant: what we asked of you these two days was genuinely difficult. You rose to it.
Implemented in partnership with Accountability Lab Pakistan.

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