
The Centre for High Energy Systems and Sciences (CHESS), a prestigious laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), Hyderabad, has announced its Paid Internship Program 2025 for meritorious final-year students of Engineering and Science disciplines. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge research in Laser, Optics, Opto-Mechanics, and Opto-Electronics.
Here’s the detailed list of branches and the corresponding number of available seats:
| Discipline | Branch Code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Physics / Applied Optics | PH | 6 |
| Mechanical Engineering | ME | 6 |
| Electronics / Electrical / Communication | EE | 5 |
| Computer Science | CS | 3 |
| Total | 20 |
Note: The number of vacancies may vary at the discretion of CHESS authorities.
To qualify for the internship, candidates must meet the following conditions:
Students who discontinue the internship before completing 6 months will not receive any stipend.
Expenses such as travel, food, lodging, and medical care will not be covered and must be borne by the intern.
Ensure the following are enclosed:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 15th July 2025 |
| Selection Notification | 22nd July 2025 |
| Internship Start Date | 1st August 2025 |
Late or incomplete applications will be rejected. No follow-up communication will be entertained for rejected candidates.
Selected candidates must bring original and photocopies of the following:
All original documents will be returned after verification.
Official Secrets Act Declaration
Must certify awareness and compliance with the Official Secrets Act, 1923.
IT Rules Agreement
Interns must agree to abide by all IT rules and regulations applicable to the Ministry of Defence.

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