Internship

For application, apply here :

CEE Internship form 

Internship @ CEE 

Applied Learning | Field Engagement | SDG-Aligned | UGC Credit-Compatible 

Environmental Education (EE) goes beyond textbooks as it nurtures understanding, responsibility, and action towards a sustainable future. It empowers individuals to recognise the interconnections between environmental challenges, economic development, and human well-being, and to actively contribute to solutions. Integrating EE into formal education systems is not only transformative but essential for inclusive and sustainable growth. 

Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) play a vital role in building skilled, responsible citizens who contribute meaningfully to society. In alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, institutions are encouraged to offer credit-based courses that promote community engagement, service learning, and environmental responsibility, thereby advancing the goals of SDG 4 (Quality Education). 

As per the UGC 2023 Guidelines, EE is being strengthened as a core component of higher education through a 4-credit course model. The framework emphasises experiential learning, community engagement, and real-world applications alongside theoretical understanding, enabling students to earn credits over six to eight semesters.

About CEE 

Established in 1984, the Centre for Environment Education (CEE) is a national institution committed to advancing Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). Recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, CEE works across the country through its regional offices and national programmes.

With over four decades of experience, CEE integrates environmental education into schools, higher education institutions, and community systems. Its work spans climate change, biodiversity conservation, water and sanitation, waste management, sustainable lifestyles, youth engagement, and community-based action. CEE ensures that environmental learning moves beyond awareness to measurable impact. 

Youth Internship Programme @CEE 

As part of its youth and higher education initiative, CEE has been offering internships and volunteering since 2005 through South Asia Youth Environment Network (SAYEN), on projects and activities related to sustainable development. The interns are placed with CEE Groups/ Offices in India and are involved in ongoing projects. The minimum period of internship is 21 working days, and the maximum is a year. Every year, CEE places 100+ interns at various offices in India, of whom 4-5 are international students. 

Why This Programme?

In response to recent developments and requirements, CEE has developed a tailor-made internship programme that will be offered as a mentored, project-based learning journey designed for undergraduate, postgraduate, and early-career professionals. This programme bridges classroom knowledge with real-world sustainability practice.

It is aligned with:

• Supports University Grants Commission (UGC) Guidelines 2023 mandated internship hours
• Aligns with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 experiential learning goals
• Provides field exposure beyond desk-based internships
• Enables Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) linked, community-based engagement
• Strengthens student employability and professional readiness
• Offers exposure to and learning from national and international environmental education initiatives and expertise

It bridges classroom learning and real-world sustainability practice, ensuring internships are not ad hoc volunteering but structured academic engagements. 

Internship Programme Overview

Internships are offered in a blended mode, including

• Online orientations
• Thematic workshops
• In-person field immersion at CEE’s project/programme institutional/community project sites,
• Online research & documentation, and
• Structured mentoring & evaluation.

UGC-Aligned Credit Structure (*1 Credit ≈ 30 hours (UGC reference)

The internship includes an assigned mentor and regular weekly guidance to ensure structured learning and meaningful engagement. Participants will attend a skill-building workshop and be evaluated through a clearly defined assessment rubric. Upon successful completion, interns will receive a completion certificate, and outstanding performers will be awarded a merit-based performance letter. Select models also include access to an optional CEE Academy course to further strengthen their learning experience. 

Documentation for HEI Credit Recognition

To support university credit mapping and academic recognition, CEE will provide a formal offer letter specifying the total hours of commitment, a structured Internship Agreement, clearly defined learning outcomes, and an attendance log sheet to document engagement hours. The programme also includes a detailed evaluation rubric, a final assessment report, and a credit-compatible completion certificate to facilitate seamless integration with university requirements. 

Fee Structure (UGC-Aligned)

Fee Covers:

• Mentor supervision
• Academic documentation & evaluation
• Programme coordination
• Field supervision
• Skill workshop
• LMS/online infrastructure
• Certificate & performance letter

Scholarships and Discounts

• 10–20% seats reserved for merit / need-based candidates
• Group discounts for students from same college

INTERNSHIP PROCESS 

STEP 1        Application by students for internship @CEE 

STEP 2        Scrutiny and Online Interview for selected batch of students 

STEP 3        After getting selected as an intern, signing of a declaration form on Code of Conduct & Confidentiality Undertaking

STEP 4        Online orientation and assigning students to respective CEE team 

STEP 5        Field Immersion, Project Work and Mentoring 

STEP 6        Overall course evaluation, feedback and Certification with Performance letter for HEI

For application, apply here: CEE Internship form