Internships provide an excellent opportunity for students to gain practical exposure, research experience, policy understanding, and professional networking. Many Government of India institutions, research organizations, and universities offer structured internship programmes with stipends and certificates.
Below is a curated list of major internship opportunities currently available for students across different disciplines.
1️⃣ National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Internship Programme
🌐 Website:
https://nhrc.nic.in/training-programmes/internship-programmes
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Government of India, established under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, regularly conducts internship programmes to promote human rights awareness and research among university students.
Types of Internship
📌 1. Summer/Winter In-Person Internship (4 Weeks)
- Duration: June–July / December–January
- Mode: Offline (New Delhi)
- Intake: ~80 interns per batch
- Stipend: ₹12,000 + Travel Allowance (3rd AC Train Fare)
Eligibility
Students from the following programmes can apply:
- LL.B (2nd/3rd year)
- Integrated 5-year Law Course (4th/5th year)
- LL.M
- MA in Human Rights
- PG Diploma in Human Rights
PG students of
Political Science
- Sociology
- Social Work (MSW)
- Public Administration
- Rural Development
- History
- Economics
- Anthropology
- Criminology
- Mass Communication
- International Relations
- Other Social Science disciplines
Minimum Requirement:
- 65% marks in Class XII and subsequent courses
- Age below 28 years
Selection Process
- Online Application
- 300–500 word Statement of Purpose
Evaluation based on:
- Class XII marks (30)
- Graduation marks (40)
- SOP (30)
📌 2. Online Short-Term Internship (OSTI)
- Duration: 2 weeks
- Mode: Online
- Intake: ~80 interns
- Stipend: ₹2,000
Eligibility includes:
- 3rd year or above in Integrated courses
- Final year graduation students
- PG students
- PG diploma students
- Research scholars
- Minimum marks: 60%
2️⃣ ISRO Internship & Student Project Scheme
🌐 Official Website
https://www.isro.gov.in/InternshipAndProjects.html
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) provides internship opportunities for students interested in space science, engineering, data science, and remote sensing.
Internship Duration
Maximum 45 days
Eligibility
- UG / PG / PhD students
- Must have minimum 60% marks
Students from disciplines such as:
Engineering- Technology
- Physics
- Computer Science
- Aerospace
- Remote Sensing
- Mathematics
- Facilities
- Internship certificate
- Exposure to real space research projects
Note:
No stipend is provided in most ISRO internship programs.
3️⃣ National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) Internship
🌐 Website
https://ncgg.org.in/training/
The National Centre for Good Governance, under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, offers internships focused on public policy, governance, and administration.
Duration
- 8 weeks to 6 months
Stipend
₹10,000 per month
Eligibility
Students pursuing or completed:
- Postgraduate
- PG Diploma
- PhD
Fields include:
- Public Policy
- Governance
- Data Science
- AI & Governance
- Sustainable Development
- Climate Change
- Infrastructure Planning
- Public Health
- Rural Development
- Mass Communication
Responsibilities
Interns may work on:
- Research papers
- Policy analysis
- Documentation
- Data analytics
- Event management
4️⃣ DPIIT Internship Scheme (Government of India)
🌐 Website
https://apps.dpiit.gov.in/internship/
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry offers internship opportunities to students to understand government policy making and economic governance.
Duration
1–3 months
Stipend
₹10,000 per month
Eligibility
Students pursuing:
- Engineering
- Management
- Law
- Economics
- Finance
- Computer Science
- Library Science
Application Window:
- 1 March – 30 April
- 1 September – 31 October
5️⃣ National Internship in Official Statistics (MoSPI)
🌐 Website
https://www.internship.mospi.gov.in/
Offered by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
Benefits
- ₹10,000+ stipend per month
- Government internship certificate
- Work on real datasets
Duration
2 to 6 months
Areas of Work
- National Accounts
- SDG Data Analysis
- Energy Statistics
- Survey Data Analysis
- Economic Indicators
- Data Science and Programming
Eligibility:
Students with Statistics, Mathematics, Economics or Data Science background
6️⃣ NITTTR Bhopal Internship Programme
🌐 Website
https://nitttrbpl.ac.in/internship.php
The National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research (NITTTR), Bhopal offers internship opportunities for engineering, management, and science students.
Duration
4–6 weeks
Fields Available
- Full Stack Web Development
- Digital Twin Applications
- Electric Vehicle Charging Prototype
- AI in Engineering
- Drone Technology
- IoT Systems
- MATLAB Image Processing
- Sustainable Development
- Carbon Finance
- Technical Communication
- 📍 Location: NITTTR Campus, Shymla Hills, Bhopal
7️⃣ Chief Minister Youth Internship Scheme (Madhya Pradesh)
🌐 Information Portal
https://www.govtschemes.in/chief-minister-youth-internship-scheme
This scheme allows youth to work directly with government departments in Madhya Pradesh.
Key Benefits
- Internship with government departments
- ₹8,000 monthly stipend
- Duration: 6 months
Eligibility
- Age: 18–29 years
- Must be graduate or postgraduate
- Resident of Madhya Pradesh
- Selected interns are called “Mukhyamantri Jan Sewa Mitra.”
8️⃣ Ministry of Women and Child Development Internship
🌐 Website
https://wcd.intern.nic.in/
This programme provides exposure to women empowerment policies, child development schemes, and social welfare programs.
Eligibility
- Women students
- Social activists
- Teachers
- Researchers
- Age Limit:
- 21–40 years
Focus Areas:
- Women empowerment
- Child welfare
- Gender policy
- Social policy analysis
🎯 Why Students Should Apply for Internships
Internships help students:
✔ Gain practical experience
✔ Work with government institutions
✔ Build research and analytical skills
✔ Understand policy and governance
✔ Strengthen resumes for higher education and jobs
Many internships also provide:
- Government certificates
- Research publication opportunities
- Networking with experts
📌 Students are encouraged to regularly check the official websites for application deadlines and announcements.
