In a move that could open new doors for thousands of young people, the government is now considering offering part-time roles to students across various public offices. The idea is to create more opportunities for students while also making the public sector more efficient.
The announcement came from Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan, adviser to the Ministry of Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives. He spoke today (28 June) during an event at the Dhaka North City Corporation headquarters.
“We’ve already brought in nearly 1,000 students to assist traffic police on a part-time basis since 5 August last year,” said Asif Mahmud. “It’s a model inspired by what we’ve seen work in several developed countries.”
The move to engage students in supporting traffic control was well-received. Wearing uniforms and assisting officers on the roads, these students have already shown that young minds can make a real difference when given the chance. Now, the plan is to go further.
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“Many government departments have tasks that don’t necessarily need full-time staff,” he said. “By hiring students for those roles, we can cut costs while giving them a way to earn some money and gain experience. It’s a win-win.”
He also shared that discussions are underway to formalise how this would work what departments would be involved, how students would be selected, and how the roles would be managed.
For students, this plan could be more than just about earning some extra cash. It could mean gaining real-life work experience, learning how government systems function, and building the soft skills that employers value of punctuality, communication, teamwork.
At the same time, this idea acknowledges the financial pressure many students face. With education expenses rising and job markets getting more competitive, part-time government jobs could help students breathe a little easier.
While the plan is still taking shape, the intention is clear: the government wants to empower young people by making them part of the system, not just spectators. If implemented well, this could mark a positive shift toward building a more youth-inclusive and cost-effective public service sector.
