Bridge theory & practice
A structured programme that connects academic understanding with real-world application in the field of life skills education.
Indian Association of Life Skills Education
IALSE Internship Scheme
A structured academic and professional engagement programme that bridges academic understanding and real-world application in life skills education — where interns learn, contribute, and grow across the Association's verticals.
Certificate issued by the Association on successful completion
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Seminars
Conferences
Webinars
Training
Research
Publications
About the scheme
Learning that contributes, contribution that teaches.
The internship is a guided experiential learning process. Interns serve as both learners and contributors, actively engaged in the Association's activities to foster their learning and professional growth.
Develop future leaders
Shaping the next generation of educators, researchers, and practitioners in life skills through active, hands-on engagement.
Real exposure to work
Hands-on involvement in seminars, conferences, webinars, training, research, and publications across the Association.
Categories of interns
Two tracks, one shared purpose.
Academic Interns
Undergraduate and postgraduate students, fresh graduates, or early-career professionals in education, psychology, social sciences, and related fields.
Research Interns
MPhil and PhD scholars, along with early-career researchers seeking to deepen their work in life skills education.
Eligibility criteria
Who the scheme is for.
Eligible to apply
- Young learners or early-career individuals, preferably aged 18–30
- Undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Fresh graduates or early-career professionals in relevant disciplines
- Not engaged in full-time employment
Not considered
- Applicants currently engaged in full-time employment
- Those in part-time or full-time roles with organisations operating in domains similar to IALSE's
Duration & structure
How the engagement works.
Duration
Between 3 and 6 months, depending on the nature of the engagement.
Mode
A hybrid format combining online engagement with participation in IALSE activities and events.
Mentorship
Each intern is assigned a mentor from among the Association's EC members.
Nature of engagement
On-the-job learning with guided academic engagement — organising programmes, research, training, and documentation.
Attachment
Attached to a Centre for Life Skills Education at an institution, or to the IALSE office for administrative purposes.
Review
Periodic reviews with the assigned mentor, concluding in a final evaluation.
Selection & onboarding
From application to orientation.
1
Application via public call
Applications are invited through a public call. Submit the following:
Statement of purpose
Curriculum vitae
Area of interest
Age proof
Qualifications
2
Screening
Applications are screened by a designated committee.
3
Selection
Final selection is approved by the President.
4
Offer & onboarding
Selected candidates receive formal communication detailing the role, duration, expectations, and reporting structure. The Coordinator conducts a structured orientation at the start.
Areas of engagement
Where interns contribute.
Interns contribute to one or more of the following areas, building a portfolio of meaningful, reviewable work.
- Literature reviews
- Preparation of concept notes and policy briefs
- Documentation of academic discussions
- Conceptualisation, planning, and coordination support
- Facilitator and speaker profiling
- Session documentation
- Newsletter and report preparation
- Editorial assistance
- IALSE International Journal assistance
- Content development
- Design of communication material
- Support for digital platforms
Expectations & evaluation
What's expected, and how it's assessed.
Code of conduct
- Maintain professionalism and adhere to timelines
- Respect the confidentiality of institutional work
- Submit outputs for review before dissemination
- Work under the guidance of assigned mentors
Monitoring & evaluation
- Continuous monitoring through regular mentor interactions
- Performance reviewed on quality, engagement, and responsibility
- Final review based on submitted work and presentation
Output & deliverables
- A documented output — report, review, or portfolio
- A final report of their work submitted to the mentor
Certification & institutional support
Recognition that reflects your contribution.
The scheme focuses on learning, mentorship, and academic contribution rather than financial compensation. A nominal registration fee applies.
UG / PG Interns
₹500
Registration fee for undergraduate and postgraduate interns.
PhD Scholars / Professionals
₹1,000
Registration fee for PhD scholars and early-career professionals.
On completion, interns receive a certificate issued by the Association. Exceptional contributions may be recognised through special mention or extended opportunities.
Governance & implementation
Who runs the scheme.
Coordination
Managed by a designated Internship Scheme Coordinator under the guidance of the President.
Mentorship
Provided by EC members of the Association who are designated as Mentors.
Ready to learn, contribute, and grow with IALSE?
Apply to the Internship Scheme, or write to us with any questions about eligibility, areas of engagement, or the application process.