Internships 2014 at Indian Institute for Human Settlements

Indian Institute for Human Settlements

 

 

IIHS Internships 2014

IIHS is now accepting applications from Indian and International Masters (including recent Masters) and Ph.D. students for internships at IIHS for periods between 2 and 6 months, from May to December 2014.

IIHS Internships aim to equip students to learn more about practice and research in their chosen fields, as well as immerse themselves in a unique interdisciplinary and innovative environment. Internships at IIHS straddle diverse disciplines such as technology, management, planning, public policy, law, environmental services, media study, economics and the social sciences.

IIHS Interns will be immersed in a rich learning environment involved in  cutting edge themes. Interdisciplinary projects at IIHS are based on various themes involving  one or more of the following research clusters:

• Economic development
• Environment, Climate change& sustainability
• Law, Governance & public policy
• Human development
• Urban systems & infrastructure

EligibilityIIHS is looking for interns who are committed to excellence, learning, and are willing to work both independently and, as part of interdisciplinary teams. Previous professional work experience and academic coursework in the chosen field for at least two continuous months is desirable but is not necessary.

Proficiency in written and oral English, willingness to take on variety of tasks as needed, ability to meet deadlines, along with, good interpersonal skills will help ensure a successful internship.

Students from across a diversity of fields (as indicated above) are eligible to apply.

Application Process
The application process will be conducted in two cycles – in January and March 2014. Interested candidates are requested to submit the following application materials in the attached form:

1. Two research interests described in one-page
2. A current CV with educational background, relevant research and professional experience
3. One sample of quality work

Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews beginning in February 2014.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Cycle 1: March to September 2014 | Application Deadline: 28 February 2014

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Cycle 2: June to December 2014 | Application Deadline: 14 March 2014

Apply NowApplication materials may be emailed to internships@iihs.ac.in or sent to:

Indian Institute for Human Settlements
No. 197/36, 2nd Main Road
Sadashivanagar
Bangalore 560 080
India

Selection
Interns will be selected based on the following process:

1. Submission of application form along with relevant documents.
2. Shortlisting based upon research interests, skills, experience and match with research themes at IIHS.
3. Interview of shortlisted candidates
4. Matching of successful candidates to a relevant advisor, project and team.
5. Selected candidates will be informed within 2 weeks of the final scheduled interview.

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