Framework of internship:

• First month of internship:

Learn about the department's IEC activities, Create social media content (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube), Plan social media strategy, and set targets.

• Second month of internship:

Promote services and raise awareness, Engage and build relationships with the audience, Drive traffic and establish KPIs, Draft press releases for Department events.

• Third month of internship:

Interact and research target audience, Analyze social media results, Publicize National Water Awards to attract applicants, and Draft speeches for senior officials on Department achievements.


Duration of internship:

The internship duration is a minimum of three months, extendable up to six months on a monthly basis.

Number of students for internship:

A maximum of three interns are selected for each internship duration.

Terms & Conditions for the Intern:

• Pursue the program with dedication and maintain discipline.
• Maintain 90% attendance.
• Attend a full-time internship physically in the main secretariat.

• Arrange your own accommodation.
• Work hours: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, unless otherwise permitted.
• Follow Department rules and regulations.
• Internship is not a job or employment assurance.
• Adhere to Department advice on external representations.
• Poor performance may result in discontinuation of the internship.
• Provide prior notice if disengaging from the internship.
• Library use is for reference only; borrowing is not allowed.
• Maintain confidentiality and do not disclose Department information.

• Honorarium:
An honorarium of ₹10,000/- per month will be paid to each intern.
• Certificate:
A certificate will be received upon successful completion of the internship.
• Facilities:
The department provides working space, internet facility, and other necessities as deemed fit by the Heads.
• Placement:
Each selected intern will be posted with a Deputy Secretary, Director, Joint Secretary, or the office of the Secretary (WR, RD & GR) and will work closely with the IEC Section.


1. The applicant should be a student.
2. The applicant should be pursuing a BA/MA/PG in mass communication, journalism, public relations, MBA (Marketing)/ related fields or completed their degrees/diplomas in aforesaid course(s) from any recognized college/university.
3. The applicant must have his own laptop for the internship.
4. Required Skills and Interests:
• Writing, communication, time management, organization, traditional and digital marketing, customer service, relationship building, strategic and analytical thinking, and creativity.
5. Academic Performance:

• Undergraduate Students:

1. Completed/appeared in term end exams of the second year/4th semester of their bachelor's degree.
2. Secured at least 60% or equivalent marks in 12th class.

• Recent Graduates/PG Students:

1. Appeared in the final exam or just completed Graduation/PG.
2. Waiting for admission for higher studies.
3. Secured 55% or more cumulative marks in all years/semesters of their graduation/post-graduation.


• Postgraduate Students:
1. Completed/appeared in term end exams of the first year/2nd semester of their postgraduate program or pursuing research/PhD.
2. Secured at least 55% or equivalent marks in Graduation.



• Passport-size Photograph.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Identity Proof (Aadhar Card/Driving License/Pass Port/Voting Card).
• 500-word write-up “Reason for Joining as Intern in DOWR, RD & GR.
• Pan Card.
• Bank Passbook.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from his/her respective college/university.