IISc Internships: Research Programs & Eligibility

About IISc Internships

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, offers various research internships for students at different academic levels. These programs provide hands-on research experience, often with stipends, across science, engineering, and medical disciplines. This guide details the available programs, who can apply, and how the selection process works.

Whether you are an MBBS student seeking clinical research exposure or a Master's student passionate about AI and brain research, IISc has opportunities. The internships are typically in-person at the Bengaluru campus and range from a few weeks to several months.

IISc Internships: At a Glance

IISc MBBS / MPH Research Internship

This program offers medical and public health students hands-on research experience at IISc Bengaluru. It is designed for those considering academic medicine or physician-scientist careers. Interns work with faculty supervisors on campus.

Eligibility for MBBS / MPH Internship

• MBBS Students: Enrolled in MCI or NMC recognized medical colleges in India. Phase 3 Part 2 students are eligible. Students completing Phase 3 Part 1 before September 2026 can apply. If your university does not use Phase 3, you can apply if you completed para-clinical subjects and entered the clinical phase. Students who finished MBBS cannot apply.
• MPH Students: Pursuing a Master of Public Health from a recognized institute in India. Must have completed or be completing the first year of the MPH program before June 2026.

Previous participants of this specific IISc internship cannot apply again. For more details, see the IISc MBBS MPH Internship 2026 article.

IISc CBRAIN Internship Program

The Centre for Brain Research (CBR) at IISc Bangalore offers this internship focused on aging brain research, multimodal health data, and machine learning. Interns apply machine learning algorithms to predict cognitive impairment and work directly with neuroscientists, clinicians, and data scientists. This is an in-person internship.

Eligibility for CBRAIN Internship

• Currently in the final year of a Master's degree (M.Sc / M.Tech / M.E / MCA or equivalent) at an Indian institution. Preferably from Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Data Science, or related quantitative disciplines.
• Final year Bachelor's students (B.Sc / B.Tech / B.E or equivalent) may also apply.
• Strong interest in brain aging or neurodegenerative disease research.
• Basic to intermediate coding skills in Python or R are preferred. Experience in AI/ML is viewed favorably.

This is not a beginner-level internship. For complete information, refer to the IISc CBRAIN Internship 2026 article.

IISc Indian Urban Traffic AI Internship

This program involves working at the intersection of artificial intelligence and real-world applications, specifically focusing on India's urban traffic challenges. Interns contribute to developing high-quality annotated datasets for training advanced machine learning models to understand Indian road conditions. This is a full-time, in-person internship.

Eligibility for Indian Urban Traffic AI Internship

• Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program.
• Preferably studying Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or Engineering.
• Should be familiar with basic computer vision concepts and image annotation tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling visual data is required.

For more details, check the Indian Urban Traffic AI Internship 2025 article.

IISc Office of Communications (OoC) Science Writing Internship

The Office of Communications (OoC) at IISc offers a science writing internship. This program trains early-career writers and students in communicating complex scientific topics clearly and accessibly. It provides hands-on experience in science communication.

Eligibility for OoC Science Writing Internship

Students with strong writing skills and an interest in science communication are eligible. The program is designed for aspiring science writers.

Find more information in the IISc Bangalore Internship 2025 (OoC) article.

IISc DREAM:Lab Research Internship

The DREAM:Lab within the Department of Computational and Data Sciences at IISc offers multiple paid research internships. These opportunities are for candidates interested in Systems and Machine Learning (ML) research, focusing on cutting-edge distributed computing and AI applications.

Eligibility for DREAM:Lab Internship

Candidates interested in Systems and Machine Learning (ML) research are eligible. Specific academic requirements are not detailed in the source material.

For more details, refer to the IISc Research Internship 2025 (DREAM:Lab) article.

How to Apply for IISc Internships

The application process varies slightly by program, but general steps include:

1. Review Eligibility: Check if you meet the specific academic and program-specific criteria.
2. Prepare Documents: Gather your academic transcripts, CV, and any other required documents. Some programs may ask for a statement of purpose or research interests.
3. Identify Supervisors (if applicable): For programs like the MBBS/MPH internship, you may need to select faculty supervisors whose research aligns with your interests.
4. Submit Online Application: Most applications are submitted through an online portal or via email. Pay attention to specific instructions for each program.
5. Adhere to Deadlines: Ensure all application materials are submitted well before the stated deadline.

Deadlines for the 2026-27 Cycle