? CALL FOR STUDENT INTERNS | PAID INTERNSHIP

We invite passionate, creative and socially committed students to join our two-month internship program, supporting the planning, implementation and documentation of our 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign which runs from 25 November to 10 December 2026, while our interns will work from 1 November to 31 December 2026 to support preparation, execution, evaluation and follow-up activities.

This is an opportunity to experience how advocacy campaigns are designed, how communities are mobilised and how ideas are translated into measurable social action.

? Roles & Responsibilities

- Campaign Planning & Coordination

Help conceptualise and organise awareness campaigns, educational events, panel discussions, workshops and community initiatives.

Develop activity calendars, event checklists, campaign themes and coordination plans.

Support the preparation of invitations, presentations, outreach materials and event schedules.

Coordinate logistics and follow up with participating institutions and volunteers.

- Community Engagement & Outreach

Engage schools, colleges, workplaces, youth groups and community organisations.

Support awareness activities on gender equality, women's safety, consent, respectful relationships and prevention of gender-based violence.

Mobilise student volunteers and encourage participation in campaign events.

Assist with interactive discussions and community-based learning activities.

- Research, Documentation & Reporting

Support background research on gender-based violence, women's safety and related social issues.

Assist with surveys,



feedback collection and programme assessments.

Document events through reports, photographs, videos and participant feedback, with appropriate consent.

Compile campaign outcomes, participation data and impact stories.

- Digital Campaigns & Creative Communication

Develop ideas for social media campaigns, awareness posters, reels, short videos and educational content.

Support campaign storytelling, interviews and digital documentation.

Present content that communicates complex social issues in accessible and engaging ways.

Assist with editing, publishing and tracking campaign engagement.

- Partnerships & Institutional Engagement

Identify potential collaborators, educational institutions, NGOs, CSR teams and community stakeholders.

Prepare outreach communications and partnership briefs.

Support institutional meetings, event invitations and partnership follow-ups.

Maintain partnership databases and document opportunities for future collaboration.

? Stipend & Performance Recognition will be determined based on:

Time commitment: Agreed working hours, availability and participation in scheduled activities.

Performance: Quality, accuracy and timely completion of assigned responsibilities.

Initiative: Creativity,



problem-solving and willingness to take ownership.

Contribution: Measurable involvement in events, campaigns, documentation, outreach and partnerships.

Professional conduct: Reliability, teamwork, ethical practice and responsible communication.

? Who Can Apply?

Students or recent graduates from Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Gender Studies, Law, Public Administration, Media, Communications, Visual Arts, Design, Education and other relevant disciplines are encouraged to apply.

We welcome individuals who bring:

A genuine interest in gender equality and social justice.

Solid communication, writing or creative skills.

An interest in community engagement and fieldwork.

Organisational skills and willingness to learn.

Confidence in using digital tools or creating awareness content.

Responsibility, teamwork and commitment to ethical practice.

? Internship Details

Internship period: 1 November – 31 December 2026

Campaign period: 25 November – 10 December 2026

Work location: Tambaram, Chennai

Stipend: Based on time commitment and performance

? How to Apply

Send your updated resume and a short note explaining why you would like to be part of this internship to:

[email protected]

Last date to apply: Friday, 30 October 2026

Join us to learn, collaborate, create and contribute to a movement that extends beyond 16 days.

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📌 Student Intern (Chennai)
🏢 AWARE India Trust
📍 Chennai