Internship Opportunity at Ministry of External Affairs | Internship Programme 2026 | ₹10,000 Stipend: Apply by September 27, 2026
The Ministry of External Affairs Internship Programme 2026 is open for Term II applications. Graduates and final-year students can apply to gain exposure to India’s external relations, including foreign policy, diplomacy, research, trade, and consular matters.
About the Ministry of External Affairs
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India, handles India’s external relations and diplomatic engagements. Its work covers areas such as foreign policy, bilateral and multilateral relations, economic diplomacy, consular matters, and public diplomacy.
About the Opportunity
The internship opportunity at the Ministry of External Affairs provides interns with exposure to the functioning of different MEA divisions. Depending on the division, interns may work on research, policy analysis, reports, and assignments related to India’s external relations.
The programme may offer exposure to foreign policy and bilateral relations, multilateral relations, economic diplomacy and trade, media and public diplomacy, consular matters, protocol, and administration.
Eligibility
- Graduates and final-year students can apply.
- Term II is open only to candidates from the specified states and Union Territories.
- Candidates should check the prescribed eligibility requirements before applying.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Conduct research on relevant issues.
- Prepare reports and other assignments.
- Analyse evolving developments.
- Assist with work assigned by the concerned division.
- Contribute to division-specific tasks.
Stipend
₹10,000 per month
Duration: 1 to 3 months
Location: Delhi
Perks/Benefits
- One-time to-and-fro air travel to Delhi, subject to the prescribed ceiling.
- Exposure to India’s external relations and diplomatic work.
- Opportunity to work across different MEA divisions.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the Ministry of External Affairs Internship Programme portal.
