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About Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad

Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad is an educational institution that offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering and technology. It focuses on providing quality education, and research opportunities, and fostering innovation in various fields of science and engineering.

Your role

IIT Palakkad has a summer internship program that aims at introducing undergraduate and postgraduate students to research to enthuse them and get them interested in a career in teaching and research. This is a six-week-long residential program and it combines hands-on research training with a variety of hardware and software analysis tools. 

Internships are available at the following Departments/Centers:

• Automation Cell
• Biological Sciences and Engineering
• Chemistry
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science and Engineering
• Data Science
• Electrical Engineering 
• Environmental Sciences and Sustainable Engineering Centre (ESSENCE)
• Global Sanitation Centre of Excellence (GSCOE)
• Humanities and Social Sciences
• Mathematics
• Mechanical Engineering 
• Physics

Training & development

The six-week residential program at IIT Palakkad offers interns immersive hands-on research training, coupled with exposure to a diverse range of hardware and software analysis tools, fostering their professional development in a dynamic learning environment. Through this program, interns gain invaluable experience and skills that equip them for future endeavors in their respective fields.

Compensation & benefits

• Only those who satisfactorily complete the program will be given the internship certificate.
• Financial support of Rs. 8000/- per month (Rs. 12000/- for the entire period) will be provided to all the selected candidates.
• Accommodation on a shared basis is available on campus. Hostel room rent along with mess food charges should be paid by the intern students.

Career progression

The summer internship program at IIT Palakkad serves as a gateway for undergraduate and postgraduate students to delve into research, igniting their passion and interest in pursuing careers in teaching and research. Through hands-on experiences and mentorship, interns embark on a journey of professional growth, laying a solid foundation for their future endeavors in academia and research.

Work-life balance

The organization is praised for fostering a positive work-life balance, with faculty and researchers appreciating the institution's support in maintaining harmony between professional and personal aspects, contributing to a conducive and fulfilling work environment. The organization is acknowledged for valuing the well-being of its members and promoting a healthy balance that enhances overall job satisfaction and productivity.

Culture & vibe

The culture at IIT Palakkad is characterized by a vibrant atmosphere of academic excellence, innovation, and collaboration, where students and faculty engage in rigorous intellectual pursuits while fostering a supportive community. With a diverse student body and a commitment to fostering interdisciplinary learning, the institute exudes an energetic vibe conducive to creativity, exploration, and holistic development.

About you

Eligibility:

Science, Engineering, and Humanities: The program is open to postgraduate students (including 4th and 5th-year students of integrated master’s programs) and those who are in the 3rd and 4th year of their B.Tech degree).

Late Date for Online Application to Summer Internships Program:  April 06, 2024.

How to apply

Application process:

• The application is to be submitted online at the portal available on the homepage of IIT Palakkad. 
• Selection will be made based on academic record, aptitude for research, accomplishments, and area(s) of research interest. 

Students from IIT Palakkad are not eligible to apply for the summer internship program of the institute.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching the information for this page:

• youtube.com/@IITPalakkad_Official
• sun.iitpkd.ac.in/2024
• glassdoor.com