Legislative Research Internship at PRS: Applications Open!

PRS Legislative Research, a leading policy research group dedicated to strengthening India’s democracy, is now accepting applications for its rolling internship programme. This internship provides students with the opportunity to gain firsthand experience in policy research, legislative tracking and citizen engagement while working with experts in the field.

Deadline to apply for April is 20 March 2025.

About the Internship

The internship is structured to allow participants to work with either or both of PRS’s primary teams:

• Research Team – Focuses on analysing policy and legislative issues of national importance.

• Outreach Team – Engages with MPs, MLAs, media, and citizens, tracking legislative activities and managing PRS’s external communications.

  
  

Internship responsibilities vary depending on whether Parliament is in session:

• During sessions – Interns assist analysts with research on live policy debates and contribute to PRS’s media outputs.

• Non-session periods – Interns are assigned projects based on their interests, working closely with PRS analysts or outreach members.

  
  

All interns are required to complete an internship project in addition to their assigned tasks.

Internship Details

• Duration: Flexible, typically 4 to 8 weeks.

• Mode: In-person internship at the PRS office.

• Stipend: This is an unpaid internship.

Eligibility Criteria

The internship is open to students with a keen interest in public policy, governance and legislative processes. You can apply under the following roles:

• Research Interns: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and writing skills.

• Data Interns: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets and programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, JavaScript. Experience in data analysis, visualisation, and machine learning techniques is a plus.

• Design Interns: Basic understanding of design principles and familiarity with tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or equivalent. Experience in data visualisation is desirable.

  
  

Application Process

Applicants must complete the online application form. The following documents are required:

• Statement of Purpose (max 500 words) – Explaining interest in the internship.

• Resume (PDF format) – Updated CV detailing academic and professional background.

• Work Sample (PDF format):

  • Research interns: A writing sample on any policy issue (max 1,000 words).

  • Design interns: A design work sample (up to two pages).

    
    

Deadline for April internships: March 20, 2025.

For further details or queries, interested candidates can contact internship@prsindia.org.

This internship presents an excellent opportunity for students to gain practical insights into the functioning of India's legislative system and work on real-world policy issues.

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You can refer to the original announcement here.