About PRS Legislative Research
PRS Legislative Research (PRS) is a non-profit organization founded in September 2005 with the aim of strengthening the legislative process in India by making it more informed, transparent, and participatory. Headquartered in New Delhi, PRS functions as an independent research body supporting Members of Parliament (MPs) with expert analysis on legislation and policy matters.
The organization was co-founded by C.V. Madhukar and M.R. Madhavan, who currently serves as President. S. Ramadorai chairs the Board of Directors. Initially incubated at the Centre for Policy Research (CPR), PRS is now a standalone Section 8 non-profit company, sustained through philanthropic funding from Indian donors and institutions.
About the Internship Opportunity
PRS is inviting applications for its offline research internship in Delhi, June 2025.
Key Responsibilities
Each MP in India represents more than two million constituents and must make decisions on roughly 60 bills passed annually. With a wide range of complex, technical topics to address, MPs rely on support to remain informed.
Interns at PRS assist in preparing briefings and analysis on legislative and policy matters that help MPs participate effectively in parliamentary debates.
Interns may work with:
- The Research Team, which focuses on legislative and policy analysis.
- The Outreach Team, which monitors legislative activity, engages with the public, and interfaces with MPs and MLAs.
You may apply to work in one or both teams, based on your interest.
Internship Structure
- During Parliament sessions, work will revolve around ongoing legislative topics, and interns assist analysts accordingly.
- During non-session periods, interns are matched with analysts based on mutual interests.
Every intern must complete an independent project as part of the program.
Duration
Typically ranges from 4 to 8 weeks, with some flexibility.
Mode
Offline only – interns must be physically present in PRS’s New Delhi office.
What PRS Looks For
Interns should demonstrate:
- A genuine interest in Parliament and policy issues
- Strong writing and analytical skills
Stipend
This is an unpaid internship. No stipend or accommodation is provided.
Deadline to Apply
20 May 2025
Location
PRS Legislative Research
3rd Floor, Gandharva Mahavidyalaya
212, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Marg
New Delhi – 110002
Application Process
To apply, complete the online application form in one sitting (responses cannot be saved).
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd48lpfVAB1t71fsKIaqRjFkVLeLyaWzQzpLWEY9_r3qQb6kw/viewform
You will need to:
- Write a statement of purpose (max 500 words)
- Upload a resume (PDF)
- Upload a writing sample on a policy topic (max 1000 words, PDF)
Contact
For queries: internship@prsindia.org
