IIT ISM Dhanbad : Recruitment of Counselling Intern | Vacancies 04 Posts

• Nationality: Indian Nationals only.
• Qualification: Master's in Clinical Psychology OR Master's in Psychology with at least one paper in Clinical Psychology.
• Qualification Recency: Degree should have been acquired within 2 years prior to the date of advertisement.
• Experience: Relevant counselling experience, preferably in an Educational/Counselling Centre, is preferred.
• Skills: Good oral/written communication and ability to communicate with diverse student and employee populations.
• Age: Up to 35 Years.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Counselling Intern Recruitment 2026 – 04 Posts:

Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad has invited applications from eligible Indian Nationals for engagement of 04 Counselling Interns on contractual basis.

The engagement is intended to provide hands-on experience in mental health support, developmental guidance and wellness programming for the student population of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad.

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must possess either:

• Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology; OR
• Master's Degree in Psychology with at least one paper in Clinical Psychology.

The prescribed qualification should have been acquired within two years prior to the date of advertisement.

Experience:

Candidates having relevant experience in counselling services, preferably in an Educational / Counselling Centre, will be given preference.

Candidates should also possess:

• Good oral communication skills;
• Good written communication skills; and
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse student and employee populations.

Age Limit:

The upper age limit is 35 years.

Duty Hours:

The Counselling Interns will normally work:

• 6 days in a week; and
• 48 hours in a week.

Candidates may also be required to work on Sundays, Gazetted Holidays or extended hours in case of exigencies. No additional remuneration will be payable for such duty.

Remuneration:

The selected Counselling Interns will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹30,000.

No other facility or allowance will ordinarily be admissible.

If the engagement is extended for another year, an annual increment of 3% on the monthly remuneration will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial interviews and mental health screenings.
• Provide individual and, where appropriate, group counselling.
• Address stress, anxiety, academic pressure, adjustment issues, interpersonal relationships, emotional well-being and other mental-health concerns.
• Provide short-term individual and group counselling under strict supervision.
• Provide psychological support and guidance to students.
• Conduct counselling sessions in person and through online mode where required.
• Identify cases requiring specialised psychiatric or clinical intervention and facilitate appropriate referral/support.
• Assist with crisis intervention and triage.
• Design and conduct workshops on stress management, academic anxiety and mental-health awareness.
• Facilitate peer-support groups and Institute wellness campaigns.
• Conduct awareness and sensitisation sessions relating to mental health and well-being.
• Maintain timely, accurate and strictly confidential case notes and professional records.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of students.
• Coordinate with designated Institute officials wherever necessary.
• Perform other counselling-related duties assigned by the Institute.

Contract Period:

The initial engagement will be for 01 year.

The engagement may be renewed for one further year subject to:

• Institute requirements; and
• Satisfactory work performance.

The engagement is purely contractual and will not confer any right or claim for regular appointment at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad.

Leave:

The selected candidate will be eligible for 2.5 days of leave for each calendar month, subject to a maximum of 30 days in a year.

Unused leave will not be carried forward in case of extension, and no payment will be made in lieu of unutilised leave at the end of the contract.

Termination:

The engagement may be terminated by either side by giving one month's notice or remuneration in lieu thereof, subject to the approved terms.

The Institute may also terminate the services if the selected candidate fails to perform satisfactorily.

Selection Process:

Selection will be based on performance in the Interaction / Interview.

Applications will first be screened on the basis of qualification, age, experience and suitability for the post.

How to Apply:

Interested and eligible candidates should submit the prescribed application form along with all relevant documents relating to educational qualification and experience through e-mail.

A single PDF containing proof of all requisite educational qualifications and experience should be provided with the application.

The prescribed application form is attached to the official advertisement.

Interview Schedule:

Candidates must bring all original documents/certificates submitted with the application for verification at the time of interview.

No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.