Applications are invited for Summer Internship at IITM Pune. Apply by April 15.

About IITM Pune

The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) is a premier research institute in India dedicated to scientific knowledge in areas related to meteorology and atmospheric sciences. IITM is India’s national center for research in monsoon meteorology and deals in both atmospheric and climate science. The focus area of IITM ranges vastly, which contributes to gaining insight and addressing the challenges of the environment. Monsoon studies, air quality research, weather prediction, and climate modeling are all areas that IITM focuses on.

About the Program

The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune offers summer internship programs every year to deserving students to give them the opportunity to collaborate with top scientists for a remarkable internship experience. The IITM internship program is open for students pursuing their master’s degree courses in Engineering and Science. 

The two-month internship is offered to over 30 students pursuing their education from recognized institutions in India or Abroad. In this post, we will walk you through the application process, eligibility, and other related aspects of an IITM internship that you must know. We will also discuss how upskilling through online courses can boost your resume to help you excel in this field.   

The internship at IITM offers students a chance to work on advanced research in climate science, weather prediction, and atmospheric studies. It provides hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology and expert mentorship, fostering data analysis, modeling, and environmental research skills. You can apply for an IITM internship if you fulfill the following eligibility requirements. 

Eligibility

  • Students pursuing their master’s programs in Science and Engineering are eligible to apply for the internship at IITM. 
  • The summer internship program starts every year during the 1st week of March. 
  • Students can choose their topic of interest for the summer internship under a mentor. 
  • The internship duration is 2-3 months and as many as 30 internship positions are opened for students by the institute for the program. 
  • IITM assigns a maximum of two students to one mentor or IITM scientist for the Summer Internship program.

Instructions

  • Candidates can apply online through the internship portal IITM. The Academic Cell of IITM will process the requests for the necessary approval of the Director. 
  • The form to apply for the internship will be available on the IITM website under Academic Cell. 
  • Students are required to fill out the form and submit it along with their CV and a recommendation letter from the head of the department of the college or institution where they are studying.
  • The filled form should be submitted to the Academic Cell as a hard copy or a soft copy. The academic cell will in turn prepare ID cards and will arrange for other necessary requirements for the interns. 
  • The institute may offer accommodation to over 30 students in the IITM-IMD Hostel in Pashan, Pune. Hence, interns should submit their request for accommodation to their mentors or professors via email.

Duration

2-3 months.

Deadline

April 15 2025.

How to Apply?

Interested candidates can apply through this link.

Click here to view the official notification of Summer Internship at IITM Pune.