The ISRO Internship & Student Project Trainee Schemes are offered by the Department of Space/ISRO to students who want to get hands-on exposure in space science, technology, and applications. These schemes provide opportunities for undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students to work at ISRO centers and units across India.
What are the ISRO Internship & Student Project Trainee Schemes?
The Internship Scheme is designed for students who want a short-term engagement in science or technology disciplines at ISRO. The Student Project Trainee Scheme addresses students who wish to carry out their academic project work, dissertation, or research work at ISRO units in offline mode. The project work is allotted based on availability of expertise, projects, and suitability of the student’s course to the work at the particular center/unit.
Why Consider the ISRO Internship & Student Project Trainee Schemes?
- Practical exposure: Work in an environment where space science and engineering are applied in real missions and research contexts.
- Academic alignment: Carry out project work that may tie into final-year dissertations or advanced research.
- Networking: Opportunity to interact with scientists, engineers, and researchers at ISRO centers.
- Certification: Students receive a certificate of completion upon successful submission of the assignment report and evaluation by the division head.
- National relevance: Situated within India’s premier space agency, these schemes help students understand how the science and engineering of space applications function operationally.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Must be an Indian citizen. |
| Academic Status (Internship Scheme) | UG/PG/PhD student (or completed within six months) from a recognized university/institution (India or abroad). |
| Academic Status (Project Trainee Scheme) | Depending on degree level. |
| Minimum Academic Requirement | Aggregate minimum 60% or CGPA 6.32 on a scale of 10. |
| Mode of Study | Regular, on-campus students (distance learning is not accepted in most cases). |
Internship Duration and Structure
| Scheme | Duration | Remarks | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internship Scheme | Maximum 45 days. | Short-term exposure while enrolled or just after completion of studies. | ||||||||
| Student Project Trainee Scheme |
| Longer-term work aligned to academic project requirements. |
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Process
Prepare Required Documents
- Updated resume or CV
- Bonafide certificate or request letter from your department/institution
- Academic transcripts (all semester mark sheets) showing CGPA or % aggregate
- Valid photo identity proof (Aadhaar, college ID, etc.)
- Permission letter/NOC from your institution if required
Submit Your Application
- Visit the official ISRO Internship & Student Project Trainee Schemes webpage on ISRO’s site
- Some centres require sending the documents by email/post to the centre’s HR/student-project division
- Apply at least a few weeks in advance
Wait for Confirmation
- Applications are reviewed at the respective centre/unit based on project availability and suitability
- If selected, you will receive confirmation with details of the assignment, duration, and other terms
Complete the Internship/Project
- Work on the assignment, submit your report or documentation at the end
- A certificate will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the project/internship and its evaluation
What Will You Learn as an Intern or Project Trainee?
While at an ISRO center, you may gain experience in areas such as
- Space science and technology, instruments, remote sensing, satellite systems, data analysis
- Engineering disciplines like electronics, mechanical, electrical, RF systems, digital systems
- Application of theory to tasks that support Indian space missions and related operations
- Professional research culture, teamwork and project development in a government-space agency context
- This type of exposure can strengthen your academic portfolio, build your technical skills, and prepare you for future roles in space science, engineering, data science, or related fields.
Contact Information
| Contact Method | Details |
|---|---|
| Website | https://www.isro.gov.in/InternshipAndProjects.html |
| Email / Phone | Contact details vary by ISRO center/unit; check the center’s internship/project traineeship page. |
