Internships are crucial for bridging academic learning and real-world experience, yet many students struggle to find meaningful, skill-based opportunities. Existing platforms focus largely on listings, offering little mentorship, structure, or guided growth, leaving students uncertain about career direction. AptPath addresses this gap by creating a structured, gamified internship ecosystem that supports skill development, mentorship, and progression. The platform enables students to assess their skills and engage in curated projects across four levels- Progressor, Shaper, Visionary, and Maverick, allowing gradual learning through hands-on work and mentor feedback. Projects are mentor-led, with progress tracking, learning resources, and collaborative sessions. AptPath also supports mentors, colleges, and companies through dedicated workflows for batch management, performance monitoring, academic validation, and early talent identification. Primary research with students, mentors, institutions, and employers informed the platform’s focus on guided learning, assessment-based access, progress tracking, and an enhanced mentorship experience.