Indian Institute
of Technology Bombay
IITB
RESEARCH INTERNSHIP AWARDS 2012-13
IITB
Research Internship Award is designed to be an educational and professional
research experience. These awards are available for specific research projects.
The details of these projects are made available to the candidates so that they
can apply for projects of their interest and can prepare themselves well for a
rigorous selection procedure. The number of interns will be restricted to the
number of projects available. The selected interns are required to work full
time for four to six months on the project and will be given a fixed stipend
of Rs. 10,000/- per month. Accommodation
may be provided subject to availability.
Click
on the following link: http://www.ircc.iitb.ac.in/IRCC-Webpage/rnd/HRMSLoginPage.jsp
for submitting application form
Important Dates:
Task Timeline
Last
Date for submission of Application form September 20, 2012
Tentative
Dates for Interview October 20-30, 2012
Duration
of Internship 4 to 6 months between December 2012 to June 2013
About IITB:
IIT
Bombay has made concerted efforts to align its R&D focus with the national
goal of achieving technological self-reliance. Students and faculty conduct
research projects in thrust areas of science and engineering. Its preeminent
position at the cutting-edge of research is reflected in its impressive list of
research projects, which cater to both our national needs and global
developments.
Education
and research are the twin pillars of IITB and the ambience is one in which new
ideas and creativity can flourish. A key goal of the Institute is to provide a
creative atmosphere in which higher studies and research thrive amongst the
students and the faculty. IIT Bombay's commitment to merging education with the
creation of knowledge provides a fertile ground for productive research that
has led to a range of scientific and technological achievements.
We
feel that the main ingredient for successful R & D is enthusiastic young
minds. It is from this view point that we have introduced the IITB Research
Internship Awards to engage bright external students on it challenging research
projects.
Eligibility:
Should
be in the Second year of a Masters program, or third / fourth year of a
Bachelors program. Branch / discipline of study will be as per the project
requirements specified by IIT Bombay Faculty (Internship Guide).
Should
be among the top 10% in all the previous years in your discipline in the
College / University / Institute. A certificate from the Principal (in the
prescribed format)to this effect will have to be submitted at the time of
applying.
Should
be a full-time student while applying and till the completion of the
Internship. You may submit a partial project report before (e.g., in April) the
completion of the Internship (e.g., in June) if the academic calendar of your
College / Institute / University requires you to do so, with the prior consent
of the Internship Guide.
Should
be able to work full-time for the Internship. Part-time internship is not
allowed. A certificate to the effect that there are no course work requirements
during the internship period has to be submitted at the time of applying.
Selection
Procedure:
The
selection procedure consists of preliminary screening of applications, followed
by test/ interviews.
Selection
criteria will include consistently brilliant academic performance (relative
rank in the class/University), work carried out by the student besides his
regular academic work, participation/recognition in competitions such as
Techfest, Olympiads, National Talent Search Exams, and performance in the
interview.
Return
train fare by the shortest route (IInd / Sleeper Class) will be paid to outstation
candidates called for interview. You will have to submit the ticket for onward
journey and photocopy of the ticket for the return journey.
Interviews
are likely to be held during the second half of October 2012.
Accommodation
will be provided subject to availability.
How To Apply:
The
application process consists of an online application to be submitted through
this webpage. A link to appropriate forms will be available here when the
application process begins. Please read the description and eligibility
criteria carefully before filling the application form.
For applying,
click on the following link:
It
is mandatory to register before filling the application form.
After
clicking on the above link kindly click on the "New Applicants register
here."
Fill
in the mandatory fields to get registered.
Login
to fill the application form with your new username and password.
Please
click on the last line mentioning IITB RESEARCH INTERNSHIP AWARDS 2012-13
(Please do not use this link for Position under Project given in Job
Opportunities page)
The
online application requires:
Uploading
your statement of purpose (250 words) describing your interest in research and
how diversity and this opportunity would advance your goals. Applications for
internship must be accompanied by a statement of purpose answering questions
such as: Why is an applicant interested in a particular project? What specific
background, skills, and experience does an applicant have for the project? What
is the applicant's long term career plan? What role does this project play in
it? What role does an internship at IITB play in the career plan? This list is
only illustrative and the applicants are encouraged to think beyond these questions
while writing their statement of purpose.
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details visit:
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