1. Provide saving options for the poor in a complex post-truth world
2. Collect and document through an internet search of non-academic and academic literature and speak to anyone who may be helpful
3. Find insurance schemes availed by the Government of India and look for banks for the poor
4. Look for life and work insurance schemes, savings schemes, national pension scheme and, government schemes of financial help to individuals below the poverty line, unmarried women, natural calamities, health, etc.
5. Develop a recommended plan for the poor, in the form of a report and a PPT
6. Focus on group discussion FIN will arrange focus group discussions with local leaders and households from Delhi slums to test and validate the recommended plan
What would an intern learn in this internship?
You will learn to think and write scientifically, as you leverage your academic learning to make the lives of the urban poor of India better. You will also learn how to design a research project, how to implement a research project, how to conduct focus group discussions and how to write a scientific report.
Skill(s) required
English Proficiency (Spoken)English Proficiency (Written)Hindi Proficiency (Spoken)MS-ExcelMS-Word
1. are available for the work from home job/internship
2. can start the work from home job/internship between 7th Jun'19 and 7th Jul'19
3. are available for duration of 6 months
4. have relevant skills and interests
* Women wanting to start/restart their career can also apply.
Perks
Certificate Letter of recommendation Flexible work hours Informal dress code Free snacks & beverages
Additional information
1. This internship is especially recommended for students who are interested in pursuing research as a career in either the academic sector or consultancy sector
2. An honorarium will be provided based on the satisfaction of the poor with respect to the counsel provided
Number of openings
2
About Friend In Need Trust
Friend In Need is an NGO that functions as a teaching, training, and action research laboratory. Its objective is to contribute to India's national missions and the global development agenda (sustainable development goals) with respect to sanitation, waste management, and hygiene behavior. Towards this end, FIN is active in social science research, development of frugal innovations, livelihood projects, community action, and education.
