About the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) functions under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, and plays a key role in formulating and implementing foreign trade policies. The DGFT Internship Programme is a long-standing initiative that enables interaction between officers of the Directorate and students from top academic institutions, contributing to the mutual growth of both parties through research and knowledge sharing.

About the Internship Programme

The DGFT Summer Internship 2025 provides a platform for students with a strong academic background to engage in high-impact research, policy analysis, and project work. The programme is ideal for those pursuing studies in Public Policy, Economics, Law, Finance, or Management, and it offers an opportunity to contribute to public policy development at a national level.

Event Dates

Format/Structure

• Full-time internship over 2 months.
• Involves research, report preparation, and policy-oriented assignments.
• Interns are expected to present a report/paper at the end of the internship to the Head of the Division.
• A Declaration of Secrecy must be submitted prior to starting.

Location

📍 India – Specific office placements to be communicated upon selection.

Eligibility Criteria

• Indian nationals residing in India or studying abroad.
• Must hold a graduation degree in:
  • Public Policy
  • Economics
  • Law
  • Finance
  • Management
• Must have at least 60% marks.
• Preference for postgraduate students or those pursuing higher studies in relevant fields.
• Students from recognized national law universities, central universities, foreign institutions, and premier management institutes are encouraged to apply.

Perks

• Stipend: ₹10,000 for the duration of the internship.
• Certificate of Completion upon submission and evaluation of the final report/paper.
• Hands-on experience with policymaking and international trade regulations.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can fill the official application form here:
🔗 Apply Now via Google Form

Additional Information

• Interns must strictly adhere to office timings and decorum.
• Only selected candidates will be contacted for further process.

Take this opportunity to gain invaluable experience with one of India’s most prestigious government bodies in the field of foreign trade. Apply now and enhance your career prospects in policy and governance!