Govt MoEF&CC Summer Internship Scheme 2023 – Applications Invited Online

MoEF&CC Summer Internship Scheme 2023 – Applications Invited Online

MoEF&CC Summer Internship Scheme 2023 – Applications Invited Online. Govt MoEF&CC Summer Internship 2023. Interested applicants can check out all of the details on the same below

Hey since you are keen on applying for the MoEFC&C Summer Internship 2023, make sure to check out all of the possible interview questions below

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No.A.33015/1/2019-P.I
Government of India
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

IndiraParyavamn Bhawan, Ist Floor,
Prithvi Wing, Jor Bagh Road,
New Delhi 110-003.

“lnternship Scheme” of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change’

Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change introduces an Internship Scheme for students. This Scheme seeks to engage students with Graduation/ Post Graduation Degrees and Research Scholars enrolled in recognized universities/institutions within India or abroad, as “Interns”. These “Interns” shall be given exposure to various Divisions/Units of the Ministry. These “Interns”, in turn, would be expected to supplement the process of analysing within Ministry through the empirical collection and collation of in-house and other information. For the “Interns” the exposure to the functioning of the Ministry may be an add-on in furthering their future interests.

Purpose –

To

allow short-term exposure to “selected candidates” with different Divisions/Units of Ministry as ‘Interns’. A list of domains/areas for which the Internship is available at Annexure-I.

Objectives of the Scheme – The Scheme has the following objectives

1. To allow young academic talent to be associated with the Ministry’s work for mutual
   benefit;
2. The “Interns” shall have an opportunity to know about the Government functioning and
   Regulatory and Developmental Policy issues and contribute in its amendment, if required, by generating inputs such as empirical analysis, briefing reports, policy papers, etc.
3. A candidate can apply for an internship only once during a financial year.

Internship –

1. Eligibility – The Applicant pursuing Graduation or Post-Graduation or Research Work
   from any recognized University/ Institution within India or abroad shall be eligible.
2. Period – The period of Internship shall not exceed 3 months.
3. Experience Certificate – A Certificate regarding successful completion of the Internship shall be issued by the Division I-lead of’ the concerned Division in the format as available at ‘Annexure-II’. Interns not completing the requisite period will not be issued any Certificate.

Logistics & Support –

Interns will be required to have their own laptops. Ministry shall provide them working space, Internet facility and other necessities as deemed fit by the concerned Head of Division.

Procedure for Applicants –

1. InterestedApplicants may apply online only in the address link to be indicated on the
   website of the Ministry for internship. Interns must also clearly indicate the area of interest. The interns shall have the option to apply in one Discipline only. ln case, any application/applications is/are received for nomination in more than one Disciplines, then it will be the prerogative of the Ministry to nominate the Discipline from the Disciplines mentioned by the intern.
2. At the time of joining on selection, Applicants shall be required to produce a letter from their Supervisor/Head of Department/Principal, indicating their status in the Institution and “No Objection” for allowing their student to undergo Internship programme for the period for which he or she is selected.

Procedure for Selection and Other Modalities of the Scheme –

1. All the applications received online will be forwarded to the concerned Heads
   of Verticals/ Units/ Divisions in Ministry and its other formations for further scrutiny and selection; The Divisional Head will formulate an Internal Scrutiny Committee with the composition of other relevant subject experts in the Unit and any other officers and thereafter in consultation with the Internal Scrutiny Committee so constituted within his/her purview will select the Interns on merit basis;
2. The Heads of Divisions/Units can take a maximum of 02 (two) interns per discipline as per Annexure-I for internship at a time. Each Head of Division/ Unit can avail a maximum of 02 Interns in the Unit in the specified 22 disciplines. After the selection of the candidates, the concerned Division will send the name of the selected candidate to the Administration through the portal itself. The decision of the Divisional Head on the proposed selection of a candidate as an intern shall be final;
3. Depending upon the number of applications received against a particular domain/area, Ministry reserves the right to fix up the eligibility criteria, limit the number of applicants to be called for a particular period and decide about the mode of screening thereof;
4. The concerned Heads of Divisions/ Units shall be personally responsible for ensuring that the work programme and output mutually agreed upon with the Intern is satisfactorily completed. Interns shall be required to submit a brief report/ paper at the end of their assignment to the Heads of the concerned Divisions/ Units about their learning experience;
5. Seminars/presentations can be conducted by the concerned Heads of particular Divisions/Units for their interns;
6. The attendance record and the details of work supervision shall be maintained by the Heads of the Divisions/Units;
7. It may be strictly observed that the conduct of the interns and their access to data shall be the sole responsibility of the concerned Group Heads only;
8. The Applicant would be required to submit the following – Copy of Mark-sheet/ Degree of Graduation/Post-Graduation.
9. Students who are pursuing MSc. or PGDM from IIFM will be given preference;
10. Student trainee has to make his/her own arrangements for boarding/lodging, transportation and stationery, etc.;
11. The students will not have any claim for a job in the Ministry of Environment, forest and Climate Change or any organizations under its administrative control;
12. The application must reach the Under Secretary (P.I) Section within the stipulated period through an online portal;
13. The applications found incomplete or not fulfilling the criteria laid down above will be summarily rejected;
14. Applications from the applicants who have already completed the internship scheme, irrespective of disciplines, in this Ministry shall not be entertained for further internship.

Stipend disbursement –

The quantum of stipend to be paid to the Interns shall be Rs. 10,000/- (Rupees ten thousand only) per month. No stipend shall be paid if the student leaves the internship before completion of one month. Subsequently, the amount of stipend shall be paid proportionately depending upon the period of internship for the subsequent period of internship. Absence of the Interns from attending the assigned task in the Ministry for more than 3 days in month shall cause deduction of stipend amount equivalent to the number of days in excess of 3 days.

Training Schedule –

The internship shall be conducted twice in a financial year — (i) Summer Internship and (ii) Winter Internship, the time schedule of which shall be made available on the website of this Ministry from time to time.

Selection Criteria –

1. The Applicants shall be selected on a “Merit” basis.
2. A list of the selected candidates will be displayed on the website of the Ministry.

Scheme Review –

Ministry reserves the right to review the scheme at any time. The Scheme so reviewed
will be placed on the website of the Ministry.

Power to Relax –

Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change shall have the power to relax any of the conditions mentioned above, in respect of any deserving candidate.

Annexure-I

Discipline
Botany
Marine Botany
Zoology
Chemistry/Chemical Engineering
Environmental Sciences/ Environmental Engineering
Civil Engineering
Geography/GTS
Eco-system Sciences
Physics
Geology
Bio-Chemistry
Bio-technology
Fisheries
Mechanical Engineering
Mining Engineering
Wildlife
Environmental Biology/ Bio Resource
Biology Sciences
Forestry/ Agro forestry/ Livelihood
Climate Change
Environmental Law
Public Finance Management

 

Last Date to Apply : 11:59 PM on 18.04.2023

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Hey since you are keen on applying for the MoEFC&C Summer Internship 2023, make sure to check out all of the possible interview questions below

1. Can you tell us about your experience in empirical analysis and data collection?
   A: During my undergraduate studies, I worked on a research project which involved collecting and analyzing data on the effect of air pollution on plant growth. I conducted fieldwork to collect data, analyzed it using statistical software, and presented my findings in a research paper. I also have experience in collecting and analyzing data on water quality during an internship with a local environmental consulting firm.
2. How do you plan to contribute to the Ministry’s work during the internship period?
   A: I plan to contribute to the Ministry’s work by utilizing my research and analytical skills to provide inputs such as empirical analysis, briefing reports, policy papers, etc. I am also interested in attending seminars and presentations conducted by the concerned Heads of particular Divisions/Units for their interns to learn more about the Ministry’s work.
3. How do you plan to balance your academic work and the internship during the 3-month period?
   A: I understand the importance of balancing my academic work and the internship during the 3-month period. I plan to manage my time efficiently by setting clear goals, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining open communication with my supervisor. I will also ensure that I am up-to-date with my academic commitments and will make necessary adjustments to my schedule to ensure that I can give my best to both my academic work and the internship.

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