Student Internship Programme

Description
The Student Internship Program, a unique learning opportunity aims to provide the Interns exposure to the functioning of the CAG of India. The office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India CAG invites applications for engaging Student Interns SIs on contract basis for a duration of 3 to 6 months to work in the Regional Capacity Building and Knowledge Institutes. Candidates pursuing under graduation/ post-graduation / research in any discipline from recognized, reputed institutions, with stellar academic record are eligible to apply. Preferred attributes include skills in Information Technology IT & Information Communication Technology ICT with good communication and interpersonal skills. The Student Intern SI shall be subject to the laws of secrecy of the country and will sign a Secrecy and Non-Disclosure Agreement before reporting for the internship. Interns will have to present to the concerned Head of the Functional Wing/Head of the Field office a Report/Paper on the assigned subject at the end of the internship. The Head of the Functional Wing at CAG office/Head of Field Office will review the progress of the projects on a regular basis. At the end of the internship, an Experience Certificate / Recommendatory letter shall be given. Number of Interns The number of Student Interns to be engaged by the CAG of India shall depend on the actual requirement from time to time. Duration The duration of internship for a Student Intern shall be 3 to 6 months. Place of Posting The place of posting will be the CAG’s office, New Delhi or any of CAG’s field office across India. Travel, Service Incurred Death, Injury or Illness, Allowances 1. No TA/DA will be paid to the SI to attend the interviews. 1. No other perks and facilities such as DA, accommodation, residential phone/conveyance/transport, foreign travel, personal staff, medical reimbursement, CGHS etc. shall be admissible, 1. In the event of death, injury or illness of the SI during the term of his/her internship the SI or the SI’s dependents, legal heirs, claimant etc., shall not be entitled to any compensation.

Exclusions
• The internship will not constitute a regular job or appointment of any nature in the office of CAG of India or the Indian Audit & Accounts Department, nor is it in the nature of a relationship of employer and employee between the CAG of India and the SI.

Benefits
• > **Remuneration**
• Token remuneration is ₹12,000/-(all inclusive) per month, per intern which will be paid on satisfactory completion of their internship and on submission of their Report/Paper.
• > **Logistics support**
• Interns will be provided with the necessary logistics support, i.e. office space and computer with internet facility.
• > **Outplacement**
• At the end of the internship, an Experience Certificate / Recommendatory letter shall be given.

Eligibility Criteria
1. > **Minimum Attributes**
2. The applicant should not be more than 25 years of age.
3. Candidates pursuing under graduation/ post-graduation / research in any discipline from recognized, reputed institutions, with stellar academic record are eligible to apply.
4. > **Preferred Attributes**
5. It includes skills in Information Technology (IT) & Information Communication Technology (ICT) with good communication and interpersonal skills.
6. > **Other Attributes**
7. The Student Intern (SI) shall be subject to the laws of secrecy of the country and will sign a Secrecy and Non-Disclosure Agreement before reporting for the internship.
8. The working hours of the SI shall be same as regular timing of this office. The SI shall not be entitled to any kind of leave.
9. No extra remuneration shall be allowed for working beyond office hours or on Saturdays/Sundays/Gazetted Holidays.

Required Documents
• Interns will have to present to the concerned Head of the Functional Wing/Head of the Field office a Report/Paper on the assigned subject at the end of the internship.
• Interns are required to furnish a declaration of Secrecy before commencement of the internship.
• Interns are mandated to give their feedback to the Head of the Functional Wing/ Head of Field Office, on their experience of the Program.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How Many Student Interns Will Be Engaged By The CAG Of India?
A: The number of student interns will depend on the actual requirement from time to time.

Q: What Is The Duration Of The Internship For A Student Intern?
A: The duration of the internship will be 2-3 months.

Q: Who Is Eligible To Apply For The Internship?
A: Candidates pursuing undergraduate/postgraduate/research programs in any discipline from recognized and reputed institutions, with a stellar academic record, and not exceeding 25 years of age, are eligible to apply.

Q: What Are The Preferred Attributes For Applicants?
A: Applicants with skills in Information Technology (IT) and Information Communication Technology (ICT), along with good communication and interpersonal skills, are preferred.

Q: Is There A Secrecy And Non-Disclosure Agreement Required Before Starting The Internship?
A: Yes, student interns are required to sign a secrecy and non-disclosure agreement before reporting for the internship.

Q: Will Travel Allowances Or Other Perks Be Provided To Student Interns?
A: No, TA/DA or other perks and facilities such as accommodation, transportation, medical reimbursement, etc., will not be provided.

Q: What Is The Remuneration For Student Interns?
A: Student interns will receive a token remuneration of [?]10,000 (all inclusive) per month, payable upon satisfactory completion of their internship and submission of their report/paper.

Q: When Will The Payment Be Released To The Student Interns?
A: The payment will be released by the CAG of India upon completion of the internship period and submission of the report by the student intern.

Q: What Are The Attendance And Working Days For Student Interns?
A: Student interns are expected to work during regular office hours and will not receive extra remuneration for working beyond office hours or on weekends/gazette holidays.

Q: Are Student Interns Entitled To Any Kind Of Leave?
A: No, student interns are not entitled to any kind of leave.

Q: What Kind Of Logistics Support Will Be Provided To Student Interns?
A: Student interns will be provided with necessary logistics support, including office space and a computer with internet facility.

Q: What Is The Requirement For Submission Of A Paper By Student Interns?
A: Student interns are required to present a report/paper on the assigned subject to the concerned head of the functional wing/field office at the end of the internship.

Q: Is There A Feedback Process For Student Interns?
A: Yes, student interns are mandated to provide feedback on their experience of the program to the head of the functional wing/field office.

Q: Will Student Interns Receive An Experience Certificate Or Recommendatory Letter?
A: Yes, at the end of the internship, an experience certificate or recommendatory letter will be given to the student interns.

Q: Where Will The Student Interns Be Placed?
A: The place of posting will be the CAG's office in New Delhi or any of the CAG's field offices across India.

Q: How Can Students Apply For The Internship?
A: Students can download the prescribed application format from the CAG website (www.cag.gov.in) and forward it to [email protected] via email before the specified deadline.

Q: What Is The Full Form Of CAG?
A: CAG stands for Comptroller & Auditor General of India.