The Center of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG) is committed to nurturing the next generation of policy scholars and practitioners. Our engagement programmes — spanning internships and governance fellowships — offer students, young professionals, and researchers the opportunity to work closely with CPRG’s research teams on questions central to public policy and governance. These are structured, merit-based pathways into the institution’s research ecosystem, designed to build both analytical capability and substantive policy expertise. Joining us means becoming part of a community that values ideas, evidence, and action.

Internships

CPRG’s internship programme offers a structured introduction to applied policy research. Interns work closely with faculty and research teams on ongoing projects, gaining exposure to the methods, evidence, and institutional processes that underpin public policy analysis.
The programme is designed to build core research competencies — including literature review, data analysis, and policy writing — while offering interns the opportunity to contribute substantively to CPRG’s research output.
Working with us
CPRG’s internship programme offers a structured introduction to applied policy research. Interns work closely with faculty and research teams on ongoing projects, gaining exposure to the methods, evidence, and institutional processes that underpin public policy analysis.
The programme is designed to build core research competencies — including literature review, data analysis, and policy writing — while offering interns the opportunity to contribute substantively to CPRG’s research output.
Duration
Minimum 30 Days
Format
In office, full-time (Delhi and Mumbai)
All our internships are unpaid
Application Process
Fellowships
Fellowship offers early-to-mid-career professionals an opportunity to engage directly with questions of institutions, public administration, and policy implementation. Fellows are integrated into CPRG’s research teams and programmes are intended to build cadres of practitioners equipped to bridge research and public administration.
CPRG currently offers two fellowships — the Governance Fellowship and the Transforming Society with AI Fellowship — each designed around a distinct area of policy focus. For more details, visit the pages linked below.

Working with us
CPRG currently offers two fellowships — the Governance Fellowship and the Transforming Society with AI Fellowship — each designed around a distinct area of policy focus. For more details, visit the pages linked below
Testimonials

RONIT KUMAR
“This fellowship has not only expanded my professional horizon but also shaped me into a versatile professional ready to navigate the complexities of Indian governance. Engaging with international experts and policymakers taught me that effective policy is built at the intersection of evidence, innovation, and real-world impact.”

MITALI SRIVASTAVA
“The Fellowship provided an unparalleled learning environment through several curated conferences and roundtables. Having the opportunity to interact with esteemed guests from diverse fields bridged the gap between academic theory and real-world governance.”

MIHIKA JAIN
“My time at CPRG has been a defining and intellectually transformative period, shaped by mentorship, collaborative learning, and a deeper clarity about the change I want to contribute to.”

GAURI KHANNA
“The fellowship helped me build strong research-based, 21st-century skills through policy sessions, especially in education.”

SHUGAL KARPE
“The Governance Fellowship at CPRG was a milestone that gave me my first exposure to applied policy research and professional work.”

SHREYA C BHAT
“The fellowship helped me witness and contribute to policy-making in action, build skills, and connect with policymakers while encouraging deeper research.”