The Government of India, in its mission to drive youth engagement in urban governance, brings yet another exciting opportunity through TULIP (The Urban Learning Internship Program). This time, it’s a practical, real-world internship under the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) at Kakinada Municipal Corporation, Andhra Pradesh. If you’re a student passionate about sanitation, civic innovation, and smart city work, this is your chance to work with a ULB (Urban Local Body) and contribute to public service delivery.
About the Program
The TULIP Internship under SBM – Kakinada Municipal Corporation is part of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs’ efforts to onboard young minds into smart city governance and urban service delivery. Interns will assist in SBM 2.0-related activities, cleanliness monitoring, data documentation, IEC activities (Information, Education & Communication), and on-ground surveys.
You’ll work closely with municipal officers, understand real-life city-level implementation of Swachh Bharat norms, and gain exposure to public administration systems.
Useful Summary
| Feature | Details |
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| Start Date | Immediate Joining (Rolling Basis) |
| Close Date | Applications Open Till Filled |
| Duration | 2 to 3 Months |
| Stipend | ₹5,000/Month (Fixed) |
| Perks | Certificate from TULIP + SBM + Govt. of India |
| Apply Status | Currently Open |
| Location | Kakinada Municipal Corporation, Andhra Pradesh |
| Mode | Onsite (Full-time Urban Field Work) |
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility Criteria:
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UG/PG Students from any stream (preferably Urban Planning, Public Administration, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, Social Work)
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Must be currently enrolled in a recognized university/college
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Good communication & basic MS Office/data entry skills
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Must be available to work full-time on-ground in Kakinada
Freshers and first-time interns are encouraged to apply.
Terms of Engagement
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Work directly under the supervision of SBM Officers at Kakinada
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Assigned tasks may include:
• Public surveys on sanitation & toilet usage
• Slum area documentation
• Solid waste management audits
• IEC campaign support -
Weekly progress reviews and reporting mandatory
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Final presentation and feedback session at the end
No. of Openings: 2 (as per latest TULIP portal update)
Essential Documents
• Updated Resume (PDF format)
• College Bonafide Certificate
• ID Proof (Aadhaar or College ID)
• Academic Marksheet (Latest)
• Passport Size Photo
• Statement of Purpose (optional but preferred)
How to Apply (Online Process)
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Go to the official TULIP portal:
🔗 https://internship.aicte-india.org -
Register/Login as a student using your email ID
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In the internship search bar, type:
“SBM Internship Kakinada Municipal Corporation” -
Click on the listing and hit “Apply Now”
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Upload required documents and submit your profile
Tip: Make your resume and profile relevant to urban development, cleanliness, and civic volunteering.
Status Check
• After application, status updates will be sent via registered email
• You may be contacted for a telephonic or in-person interview
• Selected candidates will get an onboarding email from the ULB/TULIP portal
Important Dates & Links
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Open | May 2025 |
| Application Close | Till position filled |
| Internship Start Date | Rolling basis (June 2025 onward) |
| Internship Duration | 8–12 weeks |
| Location | On-ground at Kakinada, AP |
🔗 Apply via TULIP Portal
🔗 Official Kakinada Municipal Corporation Website
FAQs
Q: Is this internship paid?
Yes, interns receive a stipend of ₹5,000/month, funded by the municipal corporation.
Q: Is accommodation provided?
No. Interns must arrange their own stay in or around Kakinada.
Q: Can students from other states apply?
Yes, this is a pan-India opportunity—students from any Indian state can apply.
Q: Will I receive a certificate?
Yes, you will get a joint certificate from the TULIP portal and Kakinada Municipal Corporation upon completion.
Q: What is TULIP?
TULIP stands for The Urban Learning Internship Program launched by AICTE and MoHUA to connect students with on-ground ULB internships in India.