Call for Applications: Centre for Civil Society; Researching Reality Training Program 2023
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Are you looking to take your skills to the next level? Do you want to delve deeper into the complexities of economics, law, and primary research?
Then look no further than Researching Reality, a premier research training program offered by Centre for Civil Society, New Delhi - a leading public policy think tank, ranked 5th in India and 83rd in the world by University of Pennsylvania’s Think Tank and Civil Societies Program (TTCSP), 2020 report.
Capstone Project
Scholars will get to work on a capstone project. These capstone projects will be compiled and published in a compendium. Scholars will have access to CCS' extensive library and resources.
Applications Requirements for Research Scholars
Eligibility
- Interest in public policy and comfort with conducting field research; a team player with analytical skills and the ability to meet deadlines; strong writing skills
- Available for work in Delhi
- Fluency in Hindi
Application Requirements
Updated resume and a writing sample
What's in it for you?
- 40+ hours of training sessions on: Research methods, primary research, research ethics, drafting questionnaires , writing, critical thinking, typesetting, data visualisation, photography, and visual storytelling
- Introduction to basics of law and economics, and political economy
- Research mentorship and an opportunity to publish
- Invitation to CCS socratic reading groups and Baithaks (fireside chat)
- Opportunity to network with some of the brightest minds in the public policy space
- Certificate of completion
- A letter of recommendation and a paid Assistantship for exceptional candidates
Duration: Five months
- April- May 2023: Part-time | Remote | ~20 hours per month engagement | Self-paced
- June and July 2023: Full time, 5 days-a-week| In-person (CCS Office, Delhi) | Focus on field research and writing
- August 2023: Part-time | Remote | Wrapping up the capstone project
Expectations from the scholars
- Attend all training sessions and workshops, and participate actively;
- Conduct field research on an assigned thematic area and complete the capstone project under the supervision of a mentor.
Deadline: Link to apply here (research scholars) by 11:59 pm, 12th March 2023.
For any questions, feel free to write to us at: rr@ccs.in
Don’t wait until the last date as selections will be on a rolling basis. Competition for the limited seats and scholarships is fierce. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your career.