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About Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)

Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is a statutory body established under the Food Safety & Standards Act, 2006 under the aegis of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. It is the apex body responsible for ensuring food safety and compliance with food standards nationwide. FSSAI internship program will provide Interns with unique learning opportunities in various areas of food regulation and safety administration.

Your role

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) offers internships under the Internship Scheme,  providing valuable learning opportunities for individuals.

• The internship starts in April under the Internship Scheme.

Tenure:

• The internship will be available throughout the year at different points in time, the Internship will be offered for a duration of up to 03 months, which may be extended to a maximum period of 06 months.
• No internship of duration less than two (02) months will be offered.
• No application/requisition of internship for less than two (02) months will be entertained.

Working Space:

• Interns would be required to have their laptops.
• FSSAI shall provide working space, internet facility, and other necessities but shall not cover local lodging and travel facilities.
• FSSAI will not bear the expenses of any Boarding.

Training & development

Interns would be attached to one of the several Divisions at FSSAI (HQ)/ROs/Labs depending on the academic and technical training and assigned project(s) related to different aspects of Food and Nutrition Management Processes.

Salary & benefits

A stipend of Rs. 10,000/- (Rupees ten thousand only) for the internship period will be given to the deserving Interns on the recommendation of the Office/Division that they are attached with by the respective FSSAI (HQ)/Regional Offices/Laboratories. The criteria for deserving interns will be decided based on their (a) attendance, (b) assessment by their respective reporting officers; and (c) evaluation of the report by the Committee.

Listed below are some benefits they may offer:

• Job Training.
• Cafeteria.
• Soft Skill Training.
• Free Transport.
• Education Assistance.
• Gymnasium.

Career progression

All the interns will be awarded a certificate by the Human Resource Division, FSSAI (HQ) on successful completion of the internship i.e. on submission, review of final report/presentation, and recommendation by the Project Evaluation Committee.

Work-life balance

FSSAI recognizes the importance of work-life balance, implementing policies and practices that prioritize employee well-being and provide opportunities for personal growth, ensuring a harmonious integration of work and personal life.

Culture & vibe

The FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture that promotes transparency, integrity, and innovation. Employees are encouraged to demonstrate expertise, embrace learning opportunities, and work towards the common goal of ensuring safe and nutritious food for the nation. The organization values teamwork, professionalism, and a solid commitment to public health, resulting in a vibrant and impactful work environment.

About you

Eligibility:

Institute within India/ abroad, in any of the following: 

• Students only pursuing a full-time Graduate/Post Graduate Degree/higher degree from a Recognized Institute within India/ abroad, in any of the following:
• (a) Pursuing Post Graduate Degree/B.Tech/BE from a recognized University or Institution in Chemistry or Biochemistry or Food Technology or Food Science & Technology or Food & Nutrition or Edible Oil Technology or Microbiology or Dairy Technology or Agricultural or horticultural Sciences or Industrial Microbiology or Toxicology or Public Health or Life Science or Biotechnology or Fruit & Vegetable Technology or Food Safety & Quality Assurance.
• (b) Business Administration & Management including policy regulation and related fields.- Only at FSSAI (HQ)
• (c) PG Diploma/Degree in, Journalism, Mass Communication and Public Relations.
• (d) B.E. / B. Tech (Only 3rd and 4th Year students not for 2nd or 1st Year) in Computer Science/Information Technology Software Engineering or related Stream.
• (e) Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Public Policy Public Administration. - Only for FSSAI (HQ).
• (f) Bachelor/Master of Law.- Only for FSSAI(HQ)

Note: 

• All the students who have completed the above-mentioned courses need not apply. 
• Multiple Applications will not be entertained. 
• All candidates are to ensure that the place for an internship that they are opting for has the subject/topic available with that place i.e. in the case of FSSAI lab only technically qualified candidates will be eligible.
• For any query related to the Internship Programme at FSSAI, students may contact them through their email ID.

How to apply

Application process:

• Interested and eligible students can apply online in the specified format per the timelines provided by FSSAI. Applicants, who have applied for internships in previous months, need to apply afresh.
• The shortlisted candidates may be required to submit a short write-up/presentation for final selection.
• The final list of selected candidates along with their date of joining and Internship tenure would be declared online on the FSSAI website by the respective office where they have opted for internship.
• At the time of joining, the Intern would be required to carry a letter from their Institute indicating his/her status in the Institution as a student and a "No Objection Certificate" for allowing him/her to undergo the Internship Program for the period for which he/she is selected, if applicable. A character certificate from the authority of the Institute, along with proof of educational qualifications as mentioned in the application form would also need to be submitted at the time of joining for internship.
• Since the internship scheme will be scheduled quarterly throughout the year, hence any request for an extension of joining time by the interns for more than a week will not be accepted.

The final list of selected candidates along with their date of joining and Internship tenure would be declared online on the FSSAI website by the respective office where they have opted for internship.

• Timeline Starting date for receiving applications is 08 March 2024.
• The last date for submitting an online application is 14 March 2024.
• Announcement of shortlisted candidates is the 4th week of March/1st week of April.
• The tentative date of the start of the internship is 08 April 2024.

Sources

• fssai.gov.in
• ambitionbox.com