To encourage the girls in choosing and uplift the career of their choice, the 'Internshala Career Scholarship' is an annual award of INR 25,000/- meant for Girls only.
Instituted in 2013, the inspiration for this scholarship lies in the sad coincidence that the Delhi rape victim’s struggle for life ended on the same day that Internshala celebrates its anniversary (December 29).
The scholarship is meant to recognize a girl who has fought against odds to pursue a career of her dreams in any field.
Applications are invited for 2014 scholarship. The scholarship is meant to advance the girl’s career in some way – be it through travel assistance for a foreign internship or competition, payment towards a specialized training program, a major project, special equipment etc.
Who can apply?
Any girl (an Indian national) between the ages of 17 to 23 years (as of 31st December 2013), i.e. born between January 1, 1990 and December 31, 1996 with a career objective is eligible to apply.
Selection Procedure:
Applications will be evaluated on the following criteria:
• An element of fighting against odds – these can be financial, societal, physical handicap or anything that might have put obstacles in your path
• An element of achievement – you must have done remarkably well in your chosen field, be it academics, sports, music or arts
• An element of purpose – the purpose for which you will use the scholarship amount
• An element of need – everything else being the same, the scholarship would be awarded to someone who is in greater financial need (family income, absence of any other scholarships etc.)
Application Process:
Candidate has to submit the application form first and on this basis he/she will be shortlisted for the interview. Finally selected candidates will be announced on the basis of score secured in interview. They are required to present all relevant documents and proofs at the time of interview.
Deadlines to remember:
• Last date to apply for the scholarship: January 31, 2014
• Shortlisted candidates for interviews would be announced on: February 20, 2014
• Final result will be declared on: March 20, 2014
Interested candidates can apply online here
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vz2PlFU9n3x6t_UhoXCJhXO4cMiMHRB9mpXiuS014Dg/viewform
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