MEA Internship Programme offers practical diplomacy experience

The MEA Internship Programme offers graduates and final-year students a chance to gain practical experience in diplomacy. Interns work on research and reporting tasks, learning about foreign policy formulation and implementation by the Government of India. Internships are available in two terms: April to September and October to March. Each term selects up to 30 interns for one to three months. Eligible candidates must be Indian citizens, aged 25 or younger, and hold a graduate degree. The selection process is online, involving preliminary screening and personal interviews via videoconferencing. A merit list prioritizes applicants from underprivileged backgrounds and women. Interns receive a monthly honorarium of Rs 10,000 and a one-time travel allowance.