| Internship Program |
With a view to develop and hone skills for analyzing security-related issues, the IPCS has started an Interns & Visiting Fellows program. We encourage young budding students, pursuing post graduate studies in Political Science, History, International Studies and other related social sciences, as well as M.Phil. and Ph.D. scholars; desirous of making a career in research and analyses, to apply for these positions.
The IPCS accepts applications all through the year; further details of which are given below. |
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| INTERNS |
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The internship caters primarily to students, interested in gaining knowledge about the South Asian region and the security issues that confront it today. The program will not only help the candidate gain work experience, but also equip them with research, writing and other organizational skills which will become invaluable assets in their future area of research work.
Applicants should have finished their graduate/post graduate degree in International Relations, Security Studies, Political Science or any other related subject.
Interns are expected to contribute Short Articles (800 words) / Special Reports (3000 Words) to the IPCS website. They are also expected to assist in other related, academic, research and administrative activities of the Institute.
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| VISITING FELLOWS |
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IPCS invites applications from M.Phil. and Ph.D. scholars, from India and abroad to work as visiting researchers for a short period.
The primary objective of providing visiting fellowships is to assist research scholars from India and abroad, with their ongoing research dissertation or thesis.
Visiting Fellows are expected to write Short Articles (800 Words) / Issue Briefs (2500 Words) / Special Reports (3000 Words) / Research Papers (6000-8000 Words) for the IPCS website. They are also expected to make presentations related to their research activities in the Institute and take part in other related, academic, administrative and research activities
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| Selection |
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Interns and Visiting Fellows will be selected by an IPCS Committee, depending on their areas of research interest and vacancies / positions available. Preference will be given to candidates interested in working on Nuclear issues and Southeast Asia.
Presently, there are no internship positions available until September 2010. Interested applicants are advised to apply at least 6 months in advance for internship positions at the Institute.
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| Honorarium |
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Interns and Visiting Fellows will be paid a monthly stipend of Rs. 8,000.
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| Duration |
Three months. Applicants must clearly mention the months for which they are applying for the internship.
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| Positions available |
Two each, for Interns and Visiting Fellows.
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| Accommodation |
Although the Institute does not provide accommodation, it can help the Interns/Visiting Fellows find the same.
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| Field Trips |
The Institute encourages Interns and Visiting Fellows to undertake field trips that will assist them in their research. The Institute will also help them meet policy makers and members of the strategic community in India.
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| Application Procedure |
Interested applicants may fill the application form and forward their curriculum vitae. Those applying for the position of 'Visiting Fellow', are additionally required to submit a short proposal of their intended research project. The applicants are also requested to send two letters of reference directly to the Institute.
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| Applications may be sent to Dr. Suba Chandran, Deputy Director either by email (ipcs.intern@gmail.com, with a cc to subachandran@gmail.com) or by post (IPCS, B-7/3, Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi ?110029). - |
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Application Form
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Impressions from Previous Interns
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Anna Louise Strachan
"I was an intern at IPCS for four and a half months. Prior to arriving in Delhi I had little idea of what my time at IPCS would involve. I soon discovered that an internship at IPCS would provide me with both the opportunity to gain a greater insight into South Asian affairs as well as the means to conduct research in my area of focus. As an intern with the Southeast Asia Research Programme (SEARP) I was able to look at the region from a new perspective and to gain an insight into India-Southeast Asia relations. I enjoyed working on the programme both because of the research opportunities and because of the team. I was able to publish papers both on the Institute’s website and externally and this has opened up new opportunities for me since completing my internship. Very few internship programmes enable interns to participate so actively in almost every aspect of the organisation’s activities. I thoroughly recommend an internship at IPCS for anyone who is interested in gaining valuable work experience in the field of political analysis."
Education: M.A. in Asian Studies from School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS)
Duration of internship: August-December 2009
Email: annalstrachan@googlemail.com
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Jérémie Lanche
"When I joined the IPCS as a research trainee in June 2009, it was still unclear for me whether I shall be able to cope with the tasks that I would be assigned. I was concerned about the fact that I knew very little about the region and I surely couldn’t imagine myself giving a lecture/seminar in front of scholars and military officials. In the end, that’s exactly what happened and I do thank the faculty for their help and advice. Working with the IPCS gives a unique opportunity for young scholars interested in international relations and security issues to develop their understanding of South Asia. More than mere research, you’ll get the chance to publish, present your work in front of academics and exchange views with them on various issues. I never worked on a subject I did not pick and the rest of the institute is there only to give you hints about how to improve your next publication. This is why I would recommend the IPCS internship program to anyone interested in security issues, whether you are already familiar with India or not."
Education: MA in International Relations
Duration of internship: July-September 2009
Research at IPCS:
LTTE : The Jihadi Connection
Playing National: Towards Karzai’s Re-election
Suicide Terrorism in Pakistan: An Assessment
Baitullah Mehsud’s Alleged Death, For Better or For Worse
Q&A : Three New Militants Blacklisted by the UNSC
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Marian Gallenkamp
"I worked as a research intern for IPCS for three months and this provided me an insight into the work of one of India’s foremost think tanks. Besides an admirable working atmosphere and a young, dynamic, innovative, and open-minded team, the most striking facet about IPCS is its interconnectedness with the scientific and strategic community. I was really fascinated by the number of interesting guests who attend the institute’s conferences and seminars. The gamit of topics that are covered by the institute’s scholars is amazing and provides for great opportunities to learn new things beyond one’s own area of specialization. Above all not only was the research staff helpful, but the institute also gave me the freedom to work independently on the subjects of my interest. The insight and opportunities that IPCS provided for me will be be invaluable for my future studies and I am grateful to everyone at IPCS for a fantastic experience. I strongly recommend students and scholars who are interested in South Asian security issues to apply for an internship at IPCS. Not only will it be an opportunity to broaden your academic as well as cultural horizons."
Education: BA Political Science and South Asian Studies, University of Hidelberg. Currently Pursuing a Masters in International Relations from University of Hidelberg.
Duration of internship: April 2008 - July 2008
Email: marian.gallenkamp@urz.uni-heidelberg.de
Research at IPCS:
One Year after the Polls – The State of Bhutanese Democracy
Afghanistan: Understanding German Objectives and Strategies(Issue Brief)
Indo-German Relations: Achievements and Challenges in the 21st Century(Special Report)
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Siddharth Ramana
"I joined the IPCS in September 2007, and was immediately impressed with the range and scope of their research activities. The office provides young professionals in foreign policy an incisive and definitive edge in access to top officials and scholars which helps further academic and professional interest. I was particularly heartened by the peer reviews offered by my colleagues which has helped shape my writing skills and research capabilities. The institute readily assisted me in my research and provided a wonderful platform for my papers to be published and discussed in a constructive manner. I would strongly urge students and/or young professionals in the strategic studies community to avail of the fantastic faculty and resources endowed with the IPCS. I thank IPCS for the help they have extended to me and have great memories in my association with it."
Education: Student of Peace and Conflict Studies, Malmo University Sweden.
Duration of internship: September 2007-08
Email: siddharth13@gmail.com
Research at IPCS:
Where Phalcons Dare: India-Israel Defence Relations (Issue Brief)
Good Riddance: The End of Imed Mugniyeh
India and Israel: Together in Space
Who Killed Benazir?
Pakistan: Emergency Times
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Alexander Stolar
"The Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies is a first-rate think tank conducting research on vital subjects related to peace and security. My time at IPCS exceeded all of my expectations-I worked with superb researchers who were pursuing thoughtful, creative, and rigorous scholarship and attended the extraordinary talks that IPCS hosts. IPCS has experts studying a wide array of South Asian security challenges-Kashmir, terrorism, nuclear issues, human security, and more-and the opportunity to interact with these experts on a daily basis was extremely valuable. In short, I am extraordinarily grateful for the time I spent at IPCS, and strongly recommend its internship and fellowship program."
Education: B A Foreign Affairs, Virginia University, United States
Duration of internship: July 2006- December 2006
Email: aw2y@virginia.edu
Research at IPCS:
Indo-US Nuclear Deal:Stumbling Blocks or Stepping Stones? (Special Report)
Is Afghanistan the Next Afghanistan?
"No" Is Not Leadership: India and Non-Proliferation
Sri Lanka: The Way Forward
Facing the Facts on the Nuclear Deal: A Rebuttal
India at Crossroads: Next Steps in the Nuclear Deal
Indo-US Nuclear Deal: The American Policy Process
Non-Proliferation Ayatollahs or Thoughtful Scholars: Understanding the American Non-Proliferation Lobby
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David Temple
"I would encourage anyone interested in issues of South Asian security to apply for the IPCS internship program. IPCS provided me with the opportunity to interface and collaborate with some of the foremost scholars and decision-makers in the Indian security community. The IPCS staff is well-written, well-connected and incredibly welcoming--you could not find a better institution at which to further your studies on conflict or security in the region".
Education: B A Political Science
Duration of internship: September 2006- October 2006
Email: mailto:dtemple@gmail.com
Research at IPCS:
The Iran-Pakistan-India Pipeline
US Endgame in Iran
Belying Neighbourly Conduct: India's Vote at the IAEA
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Aparajita Mazumdar
"My internship programme at IPCS has exposed me to diverse issue areas through the regular conferences and in-house discussions. The programme provided me with the right balance of motivation and space to articulate my arguments, express my views and hone my writing skills. The formal and informal interactions within IPCS have been enlightening and enjoyable at the same time. I am grateful to the programme for not only expanding my academic horizon but also chiselling my personality. "
Education: PhD Scholar at School of International Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.
Research at IPCS:
Travesty of Peace (*IPCS Strategic Review*, No. 15, October 2006)
Is there a Silver Lining? (*IPCS Strategic Review*, No. 14, September 2006)
IContinuing Uncertainties and the Chimera of Peace Processes (*IPCS Strategic Review*, No. 13, August 2006)
Concurrence of Violence and Peace Processes (*IPCS Strategic Review*, No. 12, July 2006)
Assam: Invigorating the Peace Process (*Peace & Conflict*, Vol. 9 No. 9, September 2006)
Hostility amongst Negotiations: Is Peace Viable In Assam? (*Peace & Conflict*, Vol. 9 No. 8, August 2006)
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Henri Laniece
"I joined the IPCS in May-June 2008 and I strongly recommend to anyone interested in South Asian security issues to apply for an internship in that high-quality institution. The conditions of work were very good, motivating, and people around are very interesting. You come to work about one specific area, but when you leave the IPCS, you have learned much about South Asia, and especially when you are not Indian, about India. I was also amazed to see how much place was given to discussion, discussion encouraged by the very good integration of newcomers. Moreover, for your research, the IPCS gives you the opportunity to meet specialists, top-ranked officials, because of its excellent connection with the Indian strategic community. I want to thank the IPCS for that rewarding experience, and I'm sure this is an extremely good opportunity for any student interested in security issues. "
Email: henri.laniece@gmail.com
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