Internship Opportunity at Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology in New Delhi

PURPOSE:

An internship is an opportunity for a student to secure first hand and practical work experience under the guidance of a qualified and experienced Supervisor/Mentor. It also aims at active participation in the learning process through experimentation and putting into practice the knowledge acquired in the classrooms. For the larger benefit of the student community and with a view to enrich the management/implementation of its various schemes/programmes, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has decided to notify these “Internship Guidelines”, to provide a framework for
engagement of Interns for a limited period.

ABOUT MEITY:

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is responsible for formulation, implementation and review of national policies in the field of Information Technology, Electronics and Internet (all matters other than licensing of Internet Service Provider). Its mission is to promote e-Governance for empowering citizens; promoting the inclusive and sustainable growth of the Electronics, IT and ITeS industries; enhancing India’s role in Internet Governance; adopting a multipronged approach that includes development of human resources; promoting R&D and innovation; enhancing efficiency through digital services; and ensuring a secure cyber space.

ELIGIBILITY:

(i) Indian students from recognized universities in India who have secured at least 60% marks in the last held degree or certificate examination and pursuing:

• B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering (CSE)/Computer Science (CS)/ IT/ Electronics & Communications (EC)/ Electronics/ Electrical)
• M.Sc.(CS/IT/ Electronics/ Electrical)
• MCA/DOEACC ‘B’ level
• LL.B #
• B.A./M.A. in Economics (Hons.)*

#Students of LL.B would be considered for internship only in ‘Cyber Laws’ area.

*Students of B.A./M.A. in Economics (Hons.) would be considered for internship only in ‘Estimation of Digital Economy’ area. Desirable – knowledge of digitalisation, the factors that can be taken into consideration for estimation of digital economy, contribution of ecommerce, digital payments and other sectors.

Note:- The students who are in the last semester or who will pass out in summer 2023 will not be eligible for the internship. Only students who are in the previous one year will be eligible.

(ii) Possessing minimum qualifications as above shall not guarantee internship in this Ministry. Candidates having exposure in the area of intended internship with good academic background and having higher qualification, based on need shall be given preference.

PLACE OF INTERNSHIP:

The internship will be offered at New Delhi.

HOW TO APPLY:

(i) Interested and eligible students need to apply online ONLY (URL: http://meity.gov.in/schemes).

(ii) The application needs to be sponsored/forwarded by the Institution where the applicant is currently enrolled in.

SELECTION:

(i) The Interns will be shortlisted and selected by the respective organisations/Groups/Divisions for their concerned domain.

(ii) For selection of interns, personal or Skype Interview, may be conducted, if deemed necessary. No TA/DA shall be paid to candidates for attending the personal interview.

(iii) List of selected candidates would be displayed on the web portal.