About CSD
CSD is an autonomous research institution supported by the Indian Council of Social Science Research, New Delhi, the Government of Telangana and Reserve Bank of India. CSD was founded by Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh in Delhi in 1962. The Southern Regional Centre, CSD,
Hyderabad, was established in Hyderabad in 1967. CSD was set up as a think tank to keep a
focus on the social aspects of development planning and to initiate policy oriented research
on the social determinants of development – vital concerns in the early plan periods.
Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh, legendary social worker and indefatigable institution builder,
gathered around her the best minds to think through human social needs during the frenzied
years of nation building. CSD is housed in its own 1.25-acre campus in the institutional area
in Rajendranagar, Hyderabad. A spacious and well planned building with well maintained,
sustainable green environs; internet access and connectivity; lecture halls and auditorium; and a modest library.
CSD's Areas of Specialisation
Adivasi Studies, Dalit Studies, Gender Studies, Disability Studies, Environment Studies, Studies on Traditional Artisanry, Labour and Employment Studies, Interdisciplinary Law, Climate Extremes, Social Sector Studies and Sustainable Development Goals
Objectives of the Internship Programme
Now CSD is inviting application for Internship Programme for a period of two months from
15 May to 15 July 2021 with the following objectives:
• Build capacity of students on the fundamentals of social science research.
• Equip them with the use of the qualitative and quantitative research tools, techniques
and perspectives.
• Train them in application of methods, familiarity in the selection of appropriate tools and techniques and writing skill.
Eligibility
Post graduate or post graduate (continuing) students in the social sciences/ humanities
interested in working on the thrust research areas of the institute under the supervision of the faculty members of CSD.
Basic Requirements
• Attendance is mandatory in all the working days
• The interns will be required to complete the assigned task, present and submit the
results at the end of the internship period to CSD.
• The Certificate of Completion will be issued to the students on successful completion
of the internship programme.
How to Apply
Interested candidates may apply by enclosing a brief CV detailing their qualifications along
with the letter of recommendation issued by the Head /Internship Coordinator/Faculty of the institution/ University (scanned copy) where they are enrolled. Applications may be emailed to director@csdhyd.org with "Internship Application" specified in subject line. The last date for application is May 08, 2021. The shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
A nominal stipend will be provided to the selected interns and they are entitled to
reimbursements for any official work as applicable to all CSD staff. Institute will not
provide boarding and lodging facilities to the interns during the programme.
Sujit Kumar Mishra
Regional Director (Incharge)
Council for Social Development
Hyderabad
