The Internship Policy of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) offers an exceptional opportunity for budding scholars to understand the role of soft power in India’s foreign policy. Under the Ministry of External Affairs, ICCR aims to provide hands-on exposure in fields such as cultural mapping, creative writing, technology upgradation in EGIT, performing and visual arts, and social media in cultural diplomacy. This initiative is designed to blend classroom knowledge with practical experience, encouraging active participation through research and experimentation.
Intake and Locations
Number of Interns:
- A maximum of 15 interns will be engaged annually.
Placement Locations:
Interns will be placed at ICCR headquarters in New Delhi or its Regional Offices in:
- Mumbai
- Pune
- Kolkata
- Guwahati
- Ahmedabad
- Hyderabad
Duration
- Each intern will be engaged for a maximum period of four months.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct research, write reports, analyze developments, and perform other assigned tasks.
- Focus on specific topics allocated by Sectional Heads.
- Contribute to cultural initiatives such as:
- Module creation for arts
- Historical cultural linkages
- Social media strategies
Benefits
Honorarium:
- ₹10,000/- per month.
Airfare:
- One-time to and fro economy airfare between the state capital and Delhi (or the applicant’s college/university).
Logistics Support:
- Necessary logistics based on functional requirements.
Certificate:
- Issued upon satisfactory completion, submission, and evaluation of the intern’s report or presentation.
Note: Interns are responsible for their boarding and lodging in the respective locations.
Eligibility
Citizenship: The applicant must be an Indian citizen.
Educational Qualifications:
- A graduate in:
- Humanities
- Mass Communication
- Journalism
- Designing
- Anthropology
- History
- Art
- Archaeology
- Science
- Languages
- Museology
- Fine Arts
- Postgraduate/Research students and foreign language students are also eligible.
Age: Applicants must be 25 years or younger as of 31st December of the application year.
Academic Record: The applicant should have an excellent academic track record.
University Recognition: Preference will be given to students from recognized universities in India.
Reservation / Preference / Priority
- Research scholars with expertise in International Relations or Soft Power Projection will be prioritized.
- Candidates with the highest marks are more likely to be shortlisted for personal interviews.
Exclusions- Individuals who previously opted out of the internship program are barred from reapplying.
Application Process
Mode of Application: Online
- Email the application in the prescribed format to:
- [email protected] (Primary)
- [email protected] (CC)
- Addressed to:
- Dy. Director General, Administration, ICCR,
Azad Bhavan, IP Estate, New Delhi.
- Dy. Director General, Administration, ICCR,
At the Time of Application:
Submit the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Permission Letter from Supervisor/Head of Department (if applying during coursework).
At the End of Internship:
- Submit a detailed report of the work carried out.
- Prepare a presentation (if required).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the selection procedure for the internship program?
Candidates are shortlisted based on academic records and specific expertise. A personal interview may follow the preliminary screening. - How many candidates are selected annually?
A maximum of 15 interns are selected each year. - Can ICCR terminate the internship program?
Yes, ICCR reserves the right to terminate the program if necessary. - Can interns choose to leave the program?
Yes, interns may choose to exit the program, but prior approval is required. - Are interns required to maintain confidentiality?
Yes, interns must sign a Declaration of Secrecy and maintain confidentiality regarding ICCR-related information. - Are interns provided with financial assistance for travel?
Yes, interns are reimbursed for one-time to and fro airfare, subject to certain conditions. - Will interns receive a certificate?
Yes, certificates are awarded upon successful completion of the internship and evaluation of the final report. - Who owns the outcome of the study during the internship?
ICCR retains ownership of any work produced during the internship.