About
Under GIDM’s Internship Program a policy is formed which envisages providing an opportunity for students to get themselves exposed to the Disaster Risk Management (DRM) field. The sub-section describes the policy for administering GIDM’s internship program, including eligibility, typical tasks, processes and procedures, training, and evaluation.
Objectives
Internships are educational and career development opportunities, providing practical experience in a field or discipline. They are structured, short-term, and supervised around particular tasks or projects with defined timescales. The policy envisages the internship programs as a meaningful and mutually beneficial association. To this end, the basic objectives of the internship are illustrated below
- To sensitize and orient students to the Disaster Risk Management field;
- To provide practical field-level exposure and work experience;
- To build the capacities of young academic talent to acquire new knowledge, develop employment-specific skills, and enhance their professional competencies;
- To allow young academic talent to be associated with subject-related organizations/institutions;
- To enable them to evolve innovative solutions and/or contribute new ideas and techniques to the subject.
Eligibility
Students (only Indian Nationals) pursuing Graduation / Post-Graduation/ PhD in the following subjects shall be eligible as an Intern
- Disaster Studies, Climate Change, and allied subjects
- Engineering: Fire, Chemical, Environment, Mechanical, Civil, Computer Science, etc.
- Science: Disaster, Environmental, Geography, Geology, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Geo-informatics, etc.
- Other: Architecture, Management, Rural Development, Public Health, Social Work, Journalism and Mass Communication, etc.
Additional Personal Competencies required
- Good writing and multi-lingual communication skills
- Excellent Computer and Social Media skills.
For more information, please access GIDM Internship Policy: Click here to View / Download
To apply for Internship: Click here
Testimonials from Summer 2025 Interns
Tarunendra Jaiswal
Jawaharlal Nehru University,New Delhi
"My internship at Gujarat Institute of Disaster Management was really an insightful journey. I gained valuable insights into disaster risk reduction practices, documentation work, and exposure visits, while also sharing a wonderful experience with fellow interns. This opportunity helped me grow academically and personally, and I deeply value it."
Rajdipsinh Sarvaiya
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
"My internship at GIDM was a valuable learning experience that provided exposure to various residential disaster management programs and field visits. I had the opportunity to interact with professionals in the field, gaining practical insights into disaster preparedness and response. As part of my technical work, I developed a Comprehensive Handbook on Safety in Docks aligned with the PDIS-208 syllabus. The experience greatly enhanced my understanding of disaster risk and safety practices.“
Paulami Shukla
Fergusson College, Pune
"My internship at the Gujarat Institute of Disaster Management (GIDM) was a truly enlightening experience. I had the valuable opportunity to connect with experts in the field and gain insights into the multifaceted approaches to disaster management. Throughout the program, I was consistently guided by my mentors, who patiently addressed all my queries and ensured a supportive learning environment. Altogether, it was a great learning opportunity for me."
P. Sai Rama Krishna
VIT(Vellore Institute of Technology)
“The internship at GIDM was a great learning experience. The faculty were very supportive, the facilities were good, and the field visits gave us practical exposure. I really enjoyed the time spent here, built good connections and learned a lot.”
Testimonials from Summer 2024 Interns
Sakshi Goyal
PhD in Disaster Management
IIT Roorkee
“During my summer internship at GIDM, I got the opportunity to immerse myself in the field of disaster management for two months, with each day presenting new difficulties and learning opportunities. The internship included disaster preparedness workshops and various field training in response strategies. I had the honor of collaborating and producing a "Professional's Training Module on Post Disaster Needs Assessment" specific to the state of Gujarat. I am extremely grateful to the entire GIDM team for the opportunity to be a part of such important work and for their continuous support throughout my internship.”
Bharvi Bhatt
MSc in Geoinformatics
Gujarat University
“The internship at GIDM gave me a practical exposure to how various institutions function by proving me the opportunity to visit them.”
Kusharga Rajpurohit
B.E in EC
PDEU
"My two-month summer internship at GIDM has been a great experience providing me opportunity to explore other disciplines while pursuing technical project. The support staff at GIDM were very supportive, enhancing my learning experience. The multiple field visits and study tours provided exposure and practical knowledge that complemented my internship learnings. This internship has been very valuable, adding to my technical skills as well as expanding my understanding of disaster management. I am grateful to GIDM for providing me with this opportunity.“
Aneri Shah
B.E in ICT
PDEU
“I had the opportunity to complete a summer internship with the Gujarat Institute of Disaster Management (GIDM), which significantly broadened my knowledge and skills in disaster management. During this internship, I worked on a project focused on Urban Heat Islands (UHI), enhancing my understanding of their contributing factors and environmental impacts. A highlight of the internship was seeing the behind-the-scenes operations of disaster management and visiting various institutes, which provided a comprehensive view of organizational collaboration during crises. Interacting with my mentors and the GIDM staff was invaluable, as their guidance and knowledge greatly improved my skills and prepared me well for future endeavors.”
Testimonials from Winter 2023 Interns
Aishwarya Narang
PhD, AI in Civil engineering,
Structural fire engineering
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Roorkee
“Over the past 2 months, I had the privilege of delving into the world of Disaster Management at GIDM, where every day presented new challenges and opportunities for learning. The internship included workshops on disaster preparedness and field exercises in response techniques. I had the honour of contributing to various projects aimed at enhancing community resilience, including the development of Resilient School Modules and projects associated with the Fire and Emergency Services of Gujarat. I am deeply grateful to the entire team at GIDM for the opportunity to be part of such meaningful work and for their unwavering support throughout my internship journey.”
Aishwarya Singh
MA in Police Administration & Strategic Management
Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), Gandhinagar
"Interning at Gujarat Institute of Disaster Management (GIDM) has been an incredibly enriching experience, filled with warmth and learning. I'm immensely grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such a noble cause alongside dedicated professional. The guidance and support I received throughout my two-month journey were truly invaluable. My heartfelt thanks to the DG sir, GIDM and entire team for fostering an environment of growth and camaraderie.
It's been a privilege to witness first-hand the impactful work being done here, and I leave with a heart full of gratitude and cherished memories. Thank you for this unforgettable experience.“
Maitri Bhatt
MSc in Geo Informatics
Institute of Science & Technology for Advanced Studies & Research (ISTAR), Vallabh Vidhyanagar
“It was a great opportunity for me and I have completed my internship at Gujarat Institute and Disaster Management. I have learned so many things at GIDM.”
