FSSAI Internship Program, January 2025 Batch

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is offering its Internship Program for January 2025, providing students with an opportunity to gain practical exposure to food safety and regulatory frameworks. This program allows participants to work closely with FSSAI officials, contributing to various projects related to food safety, nutrition, and standards.

This internship is an excellent chance for students to enhance their understanding of the food regulatory environment while building valuable professional experience.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) establishes science-based standards for food articles and oversees their manufacture, storage, distribution, sale, and import to ensure safe and wholesome food for India’s 130 crore citizens. The authority also creates a robust information network across the nation, enabling the public and consumers to access reliable and timely information about food safety, hygiene, and related issues.

In its third year, the FSSAI Internship Scheme offers young talent in the field of Foods and Nutrition an opportunity to gain hands-on experience through an Inter-Industry-Academia collaboration. This program provides interns with a chance to contribute to impactful live projects spanning 1 to 6 months, where they can channel their enthusiasm and skills to make a meaningful difference in the country’s food landscape.

If you believe you have innovative ideas to contribute, this internship will allow you to explore them while gaining valuable insights and practical experience in a challenging yet fulfilling environment.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time Graduate, Postgraduate, or higher degree program at a recognized institute in India or abroad. Eligible fields of study include:

(a) Pursuing a Postgraduate Degree, B.Tech, or BE in any of the following disciplines from a recognized University or Institution:

• Chemistry or Biochemistry
• Food Technology or Food Science & Technology
• Food & Nutrition or Edible Oil Technology
• Microbiology or Dairy Technology
• Agricultural or Horticultural Sciences
• Industrial Microbiology or Toxicology
• Public Health or Life Sciences
• Biotechnology
• Fruit & Vegetable Technology
• Food Safety & Quality Assurance

(b) Business Administration & Management

• Including Policy Regulation and related disciplines.
• Applicable only for internships at FSSAI Headquarters (HQ).

(c) Postgraduate Diploma/Degree

• In Journalism, Mass Communication, or Public Relations.

(d) B.E./B.Tech

• Open only to 3rd and 4th-year students in disciplines such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related fields.
• Not applicable for 1st or 2nd-year students.

3. Tenure
The internship program is open throughout the year at various times. The duration of the internship is up to 2 months, with the possibility of an extension to a maximum of 6 months. Internships lasting less than two months will not be offered, and no applications or requests for internships shorter than this period will be accepted.

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4. Place of Internship and Available Areas/Domains

Internship opportunities are available at the following locations, with corresponding areas or domains:

FSSAI Headquarters (HQRS), New Delhi:

• Regulation
• Human Resource
• Training Division
• Information Technology
• Trade & International Cooperation
• KRCDC (Library)
• Legal Division

FSSAI Southern Region (SR), Chennai:

• Food Imports Clearance
• Licensing

FSSAI Eastern Region (SR), Kolkata:

• Food Imports Clearance
• Licensing

National Food Laboratories (Ghaziabad, Kolkata, and Chennai):

• Food Sampling and Testing

National Food Laboratory, Kolkata Extension Centre, Raxaul:

• Food Sampling and Testing

5. Working Space
Interns are required to bring their own laptops for the internship. FSSAI will provide:

• Working space
• Internet access
• Other essential facilities

However, FSSAI will not cover local lodging, travel, or boarding expenses during the internship period.

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6. Application Process

(a) Eligible and interested students must apply online in the prescribed format within the timeline provided by FSSAI. Students who applied in previous months must submit a fresh application.

(b) Shortlisted applicants may be required to submit a short write-up or presentation as part of the final selection process.

(c) The final list of selected candidates, along with their joining date and internship duration, will be published online on the FSSAI website by the respective office where the internship was applied for.

Key Dates:

• Start date for online applications: 17 January 2025
• Last date for online applications: 19 January 2025
• Announcement of shortlisted candidates: Last week of January 2025
• Joining date: To be intimated

(d) At the time of joining, selected candidates must carry:

1. A letter from their institute confirming their status as a student.
2. A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the institute allowing them to undertake the internship, if applicable.
3. A character certificate issued by the institute's authority.
4. Proof of educational qualifications as mentioned in the application form.

(e) As the internship program is scheduled quarterly, requests for extension of joining time exceeding one week will not be considered.

7. Assignments
Interns will be assigned to one of the various Divisions at FSSAI Headquarters (HQ), Regional Offices (ROs), or Laboratories, based on their academic background and technical training. They will work on specific projects related to Food and Nutrition Management Processes.

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8. Stipend
A stipend of ₹10,000 (Rupees ten thousand only) will be provided for the entire internship period to deserving interns. The selection of deserving interns will depend on:
(a) Attendance
(b) Assessment by their reporting officers
(c) Evaluation of the final report by the Committee

The stipend will be recommended by the Office/Division where the intern is placed, whether at FSSAI HQ, Regional Offices, or Laboratories.

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9. Certificate
Upon successfully completing the internship, interns will receive a certificate from the Human Resource Division, FSSAI (HQ). Completion includes:

1. Submission and review of the final report or presentation.
2. Recommendation from the Project Evaluation Committee.