About CYSD

CYSD (Centre for Youth and Social Development) is a non-government and non-profit organization established in 1982, working to improve the quality of lives of tribal, rural and urban poor in Odisha, with a primary focus to eradicate extreme poverty and hunger, ensuring social inclusion and justice, good governance and citizen’s right. Helping communities identify and initiate development measures; providing training and other capacity-building support to pro-poor organizations and individuals; and carrying out research and advocacy in favour of the under privileged people especially the tribal.

About CYSD’s Internship Program

CYSD’s Internship Program is a unique program where students (18+) and young professionals from different background, locally or Internationally join CYSD for a month or more to exchange their skills and experiences and also get a hands-on opportunity to acquire direct exposure to CYSD’s work.

During the process, the interns are guided by a mentor who will be guiding them in with practical experience in various thematic fields. Every attempt is made to match the interests of the intern with the needs of the organization.

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Duration

  • Minimum Two months duration
  • Internships are unpaid
  • Out of pocket allowances may be considered to exceptional cases

Selection

  • Personal Interview through Zoom
  • Call / Telephone

Timeline

  • Application submission opens on 30th November, 2022
  • Application submission closes on 15th December, 2022

How to Apply

  • CLICK HERE, for Official Notification.
  • CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR THE INTERNSHIP.
  • Within 500 words, describe your motivation for interning with CYSD.
  • You can attach your 500 words write up to the application form online while considering to include information on the following:-
    • Educational background.
    • Relevant skills and interests.
    • Suitable personality traits.
    • Previous voluntary and/or community service experience.
    • What you hope to gain from this internship?
    • Are you willing to be placed in a remote tribal/rural community? If yes, why?
    • CV with reference shall be given priority.

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