Thirty-five young Liberians have begun internship work at the Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation (LWSC). The initiative, spearheaded by LWSC Managing Director Mohammed Ali, aims to create space where young people can explore their potential, in line with the vision of the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP). The program is designed to give the interns valuable work experience, helping them prepare for the competitive job market. Under the Government of Liberia’s Young Professional Internship Program, which is being implemented by the MFDP, the LWSC welcomed the group of 35 students into its professional environment.
The interns were recruited from various high schools, universities, and colleges across the country through a rigorous vetting process conducted by the MFDP. They have been deployed across the corporation’s five divisions: Administration, Management, Technical Services, Finance, and Sales and Marketing. At a deployment ceremony held on Monday, September 15, 2025, LWSC Deputy Managing Director for Administration, T. Wilson Gaye, welcomed the students, emphasizing that internship programs are an integral part of national growth. Managing Director Mohammed Ali, in his remarks, urged the interns to be diligent and vigilant in executing their assignments throughout the program.
He commended them for embracing the challenge and encouraged them to seize the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, which could serve as a steppingstone to future employment. Ali further noted that the internship was not only a chance to learn but also to prove their readiness for the professional world. “Those of you who want to learn will learn a lot,” he said, assuring that heads of departments across the divisions would provide the necessary guidance and mentorship. Speaking on behalf of the interns, a student representative expressed gratitude to the Government of Liberia for offering them the opportunity to gain real work experience.
The program, which will run for four months, also includes monthly evaluations to track the performance of the interns. According to Ali, these reports will be shared with the Ministry of Finance to ensure accountability and identify those who excel during the period. The orientation session, which followed the ceremony, highlighted the practical knowledge to be offered, particularly to interns with high school diplomas who are being prepared for future academic and professional pursuits. Ali emphasized that gaining early, practical exposure is vital, noting, “Having the practical experience at the grassroots level helps you know what is coming.”
Author: Zac T. Sherman
