How to apply for internships after becoming a member?

One Application, Multiple Opportunities

Once a candidate becomes a Konnifel Member, they become eligible to apply for any and all opportunities through a single common application process. The Common Application, thus created, is used for all the internships that the candidate wants to apply for, eliminating the hassle of separate applications for each opportunity and providing a level playing field to all member candidates.

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Application Instructions

3-Steps Common Application Process

The Application process contains three stages: Application Form, Document
Upload and Fundamental Research Skills Test.

1

Application Form

Add academic details, scores, skills that you may possess and supporting documents.

2

Document upload

Upload a ‘No Objection Certificate’ from the guardian, a ‘Statement of Purpose’, and your CV.

3

Fundamental Research Skills Test

A 1-hour Test comprising an MCQ Section and an Online Interview to assess you on the basic skills of research, commensurate with high-school level difficulty, as well as to understand your work ethic, interest in research and future academic goals.

Undertstand the test
How to fill out the form

What happens after the Application is sent to the Professors?

Hassle-free process

Professors shortlist candidates based on their Application, Test Score and Statement of Purpose.

Level-playing field

Konnifel guides candidates on preparation for the interview.

A Konnifel member is present in the candidate’s interview with the professor for any assistance.

Common data point

Professors select interns based on the interview.

The professor extends the Offer Letter to the student and the internship commences!

How does Konnifel support it’s Member Candidates?

During Application

  • Access to apply for all research opportunities at Konnifel
  • Common Application Process for all opportunities, saving time and avoiding biases.
  • Konnifel pairs members with the most suitable opportunities and professors.
  • Konnifel’s personal recommendation to professors to maximise selection.

During Selection

  • Regular updates on application status from Konnifel.
  • Interview Facilitation and presence of Konnifel member in final professor interviews.
  • Direct professor interviews for high-scoring candidates with paired internships.
  • Offer Letter from the Professor upon selection.

During Internship

  • Internship under the direct guidance and mentorship of the professor.
  • Opportunity to work on research projects, publish, present & co-author papers.
  • Certificate of Completion from the Professor. A letter of Recommendation is conditional on performance.
  • Konnifel’s administrative assistance throughout the internship.