Internship Detail

Title

Project Coordination Internship – Inclusive Innovation

Description

Kerala Development and Innovation Strategic Council (K-DISC) invites passionate individuals to join as Project Coordination Interns in our pioneering initiative to develop low-tech assistive devices under the Social Enterprises and Inclusion Department. This role is a hands-on opportunity to contribute meaningfully to social innovation and inclusive technology projects.

Duration

Starting: 60 Days

Position Overview

The intern will support the management and coordination of a community-driven assistive technology initiative for people with intellectual disabilities. The role involves working closely with technical and field teams, organizing project tasks, and ensuring smooth progress across multiple activities.

Key Responsibilities

·         Project Coordination

·         Assist in managing timelines and tracking progress of assistive device development

·         Work with research and technical teams to meet project goals

·         Help organize meetings, reviews, and coordination calls

·         Documentation & Planning

·         Support preparation of project documents, reports, and update summaries

·         Contribute to case studies, activity logs, and knowledge repositories

·         Stakeholder Engagement

·         Communicate with community members, field partners, and internal teams

·         Facilitate smooth information exchange between different teams

·         Event Support

·         Assist in organizing awareness events, workshops, and device showcases

·         Support logistical coordination and post-event documentation

·         Research & Analysis

·         Help gather field insights and compile relevant global best practices

·         Contribute to impact stories and field reports

Who Can Apply

• Individuals with relevant experience in project coordination, or community innovation
• Diploma holders, certified professionals, or graduates from any discipline with a strong interest in inclusion and project work
• Prior involvement in any innovation, social enterprise, or field-based initiative is a plus

Skills & Qualities We Value

• Good organizational and time management skills
• Comfort with Microsoft Office and basic digital tools
• Clear communication (written and verbal)
• Willingness to work in a collaborative, field-oriented setting
• Initiative-taking and problem-solving attitude

Benefits

• Certificate of Completion from K-DISC
• Letter of Recommendation (on successful completion)
• Portfolio material and field experience in social innovation
• Networking opportunities with innovation ecosystem stakeholders

Important Notes

• This is an unpaid, full-time internship
• Interns must manage their own accommodation and travel
• Commitment to the full internship duration is expected

Selection Process

• Application Screening
• Short Interview
• Final Confirmation by Department Team

K-DISC is committed to inclusion and equal opportunity. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, to apply.

No. of Openings : 2

Nature of Post : Full Time

Date of posting : 5th May 2025

Date of commencement : 12th May 2025