All about this internship
The Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare (DESW) under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, plays a crucial role in ensuring the welfare, resettlement, pension, and healthcare needs of retired Indian Armed Forces personnel and their families. To involve young minds in this mission, DESW has launched an Internship Scheme that provides a unique opportunity for students to contribute to veteran welfare initiatives.
About DESW
DESW functions through its three key organizations:
- Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB) – Looks after policies and programs for ex-servicemen.
- Directorate General of Resettlement (DGR) – Focuses on employment and resettlement of veterans.
- Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) – Provides healthcare services to veterans and their dependents.
Objective of the Internship
The primary aim is to engage Indian youth in research and analysis of welfare programs related to ex-servicemen. Interns will:
- Gain firsthand experience in policy-making processes.
- Understand challenges in implementing veteran welfare schemes.
- Provide valuable recommendations through research reports.
Nature of Engagement
- Type: Non-remunerative internship (unpaid).
- Orientation: Informative, research-based, and analytical.
- Outcome: Comprehensive study reports that can aid policy improvement.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
- Education: Graduate or postgraduate student from a recognized university in any stream.
- Documentation:
- Resume
- Statement of Purpose (max 200 words)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the parent institution
Duration
- Minimum: 2 months
- Maximum: 12 months
- Available throughout the year as per DESW’s requirements.
Scope of Work

Interns will work on diverse areas including:
- Welfare Schemes for Ex-Servicemen and their families.
- Resettlement & Rehabilitation initiatives.
- Healthcare Policies under ECHS.
- Administrative Processes and challenges in veteran affairs.
Deliverables
- Research Report: A detailed analysis of the assigned topic.
- Key Observations: Best practices, challenges, and suggestions for improvement.
- Participation: Discussions and presentations if required.
Completion & Certification
- Submission of final report to DESW.
- Certificate of completion upon satisfactory performance.
- Selected reports may be published with due credit to interns.
Application Process
- Apply Online: Fill the application form via Google Form Link.
- Selection: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- Required Documents: Hard copies of Resume, Statement of Purpose, and NOC.
Why Join the DESW Internship?
- Exposure to defence policies and veteran welfare programs.
- Opportunity to contribute ideas that can influence national-level policy decisions.
- Certification from the Ministry of Defence, a valuable addition to any student’s profile.
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