Central Square Foundation (CSF) is hiring an Intern for its School Governance team in Kohima, Nagaland. This 2-3 month paid internship supports the foundational work toward establishing the State School Standards Authority (SSSA) in the state. Ideal for candidates with strong documentation and research skills. Stipend: INR 12,500-15,000/month. Apply by April 2, 2026.
About Central Square Foundation (CSF)
Central Square Foundation is a non-profit philanthropic organization working since 2012 toward ensuring quality school education for all children in India. CSF partners with governments and ecosystem stakeholders to improve learning outcomes, especially for children from low-income communities. Its key work areas include Foundational Literacy and Numeracy, EdTech, Early Childhood Education, and School Governance.
About This Role
This internship offers hands-on exposure to state-level education reform and school quality assurance in Nagaland. The intern will work with the School Governance team on drafting documents, supporting stakeholder coordination, and contributing to structured documentation processes that inform state-level decision-making. The team is currently supporting the foundational work toward establishing the State School Standards Authority (SSSA) and designing pilot initiatives to strengthen school quality systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development of tools, templates, and materials required for pilot initiatives
- Support documentation of meetings and stakeholder consultations
- Assist in organizing and structuring data using Google Sheets and Excel
- Contribute to compilation of briefs and reports
- Provide general research and documentation support to the School Governance team
Candidate Profile
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- High attention to detail, especially in reviewing and structuring documents
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficient in Google Sheets, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Docs
- Interest in school systems, quality assessment, or education governance
- Prior experience in education projects, research, or fieldwork is an advantage
Internship Details
Duration: 2-3 months – Start Date: Immediate – Mode: In-person, full-time – Stipend: INR 12,500 – 15,000 per month