- Paid internship opportunity for 6 months starting from December 2026/January 2027.
- Work in cutting-edge research areas including compound semiconductors, MEMS, MMICs, acoustic sensors, laser diodes, IR sensors, and nanotechnology.
- Gain hands-on experience in material preparation, characterization, device fabrication, and circuit design.
- Internship is open to final-year students pursuing relevant disciplines.
- Monthly stipend of ₹5,000/- provided for the entire duration.
- Opportunity to contribute to research projects of national importance.
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Paid Internship in Advanced Semiconductor Materials and Devices
Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
Total Vacancies
65
Job Location
Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054
Apply Deadline
30 Sep 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) (DRDO) |
| Job Category | Defense |
| Eligibility Qualification | Graduate (graduate), B.Sc. (bsc), B.Tech (btech), Master's Degree (masters-degree), M.Sc. (msc), M.Tech (mtech) |
| Number of Vacancies | 65 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹5,000 - ₹5,000 Per Month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | No prior work experience is required. Open to final-year students only. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is applicable for this internship. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a final-year student (last semester) pursuing B.E./B.Tech., M.Sc., or M.Tech. in relevant disciplines.
- Relevant disciplines include Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Electrical, Material Science, Quantum Technology, Laser Optics, or Semiconductor Device.
- Candidates must submit a recommendation letter/NOC from their institute on official letterhead, clearly mentioning the start date.
- Character certificate must be attached with the application.
- Relevant disciplines include Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Electrical, Material Science, Quantum Technology, Laser Optics, or Semiconductor Device.
- Candidates must submit a recommendation letter/NOC from their institute on official letterhead, clearly mentioning the start date.
- Character certificate must be attached with the application.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on screening and interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified for further rounds.
- Final selection will be subject to document verification.
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified for further rounds.
- Final selection will be subject to document verification.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS)
📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled application form (in hard copy).
- Character certificate from the institute.
- Recommendation letter/NOC from the institute on official letterhead with start date clearly mentioned.
- Self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents (educational certificates, ID proof, etc.).
- Recent passport-size photograph affixed on the application form.
- Character certificate from the institute.
- Recommendation letter/NOC from the institute on official letterhead with start date clearly mentioned.
- Self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents (educational certificates, ID proof, etc.).
- Recent passport-size photograph affixed on the application form.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is applicable for this internship.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Paid Internship at SSPL?
Only final year students (i.e., those in their last semester) are eligible to apply. Applicants must be pursuing B.E./B.Tech., M.Sc., or M.Tech. in relevant disciplines such as Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Electrical, Material Science, Quantum Technology, Laser Optics, or Semiconductor Device.
Q.
How much stipend will be provided during the internship?
The internship offers a fixed monthly stipend of ₹5,000 (Rs. 5,000 per month). The stipend is paid in two equal installments of ₹15,000 each—after 3 months and after 6 months of the internship.
Q.
What is the selection process for the internship?
The selection process involves screening followed by an interview. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their qualifications and performance in the interview.
Q.
Can the internship period be extended beyond 6 months?
No, the internship period cannot exceed 6 months. Candidates may request an extension, but it is subject to approval by the laboratory and no stipend will be provided beyond the 6-month period.
Q.
What are the key responsibilities of an intern at SSPL?
Interns will work on research projects related to advanced semiconductor materials, devices, MEMS, MMICs, sensors, and nanotechnology. They will assist in material preparation, characterization, device fabrication, and circuit design under the guidance of lab experts.