This is a full-time professional Fellowship Programme and those who are currently pursuing their education are not eligible to apply.
The programme team is responsible for matching Fellows to projects based on their qualifications and skills. Fellows’ preference for location is not take into consideration.
You should be conversant in English (as a primary medium of training) and at least 1 Indian language (for field projects)
The role of the fellow will be centred around the following:
Understand the challenges faced and the interventions needed in the specific project theme at the location they are assigned
Based on their understanding, design a project they will work on, with achievable objectives across two years
Research on possible interventions, design and plan the implementation of innovative ideas
Connect with the required network for the project, whether mentors, peers or expert organisations
Implement solutions and measure the impact of the interventions
The application process is as follows:
Step 1: Register on the website and fill out the online application form
Step 2: Applicants to undergo a stringent screening process through telephone interviews
Step 3: Shortlisted candidates to attend an assessment day where they will be put through various activities to determine their suitability for and commitment to, the programme
Step 4: Selected Fellows will be invited to join the JSW Fellowship Programme
We are looking for youth who display a strong inclination to, and a passion for, social development; those who a demonstrated potential for leadership, a problem-solving approach and the ability to adapt and thrive in a challenging environment.
As a JSW Foundation Fellow, you will receive the following support:
A monthly stipend of Rs 30,000 to cover the cost of boarding, lodging and other living expenses
Travel expense reimbursement to attend trainings and travel to field projects. Any other travel expenses incurred on instruction of the programme management team will also be reimbursed.
An optional exposure visit (relevant to the field project / domain of Fellows’ interest) outside the field project. Each Fellow may apply once for the exposure visit during the Fellowship tenure
Fellows care eligible for a 7-day leave in each term of their Development Project, subject to approval by their reporting manager at the project location and the Fellowship Programme Head
All Fellows will be covered under a Group Policy for Cashless Medical and Personal Accident Insurance.
The minimum requirement for the programme is graduation in any stream.
To apply for the JSW Foundation Fellowship Programme you must be :
A graduate/post graduate or a young professional with 1-7 years of work experience from a field such as science, humanities, engineering, medicine, agriculture or other professional streams
Less than 30 years old as on 1st May 2023
Conversant in English (as a primary medium of training) and at least 1 Indian language (for field projects)
While a professional background in social work is not mandatory, those aware of the social sector and NGOs and have had a brief stint with the sector through sporadic or structured engagements are encouraged to apply.
Potential applicants understand the risks and are willing to commit time for a deep engagement and a potential career in development.
You should not apply to the programme if:
You are not ready to make a commitment of two years
You are unsure of adapting to the challenges of living and working in a rural area
You are not willing to relocate outside of your home city or state