Volunteering & Internships — Contribute, Learn, Grow

At LASRI, we believe that meaningful change is built by people from all walks of life. Whether you are a student seeking hands-on learning or a professional looking to contribute your skills on a voluntary basis, there is a place for you here. We offer two distinct pathways: volunteering (flexible, skill-based contribution) and internships (structured learning with mentorship).

Volunteer With LASRI

LASRI welcomes passionate individuals who want to contribute their time and skills to our research, advocacy, and field programmes. Volunteering offers a flexible way to make a tangible difference while gaining invaluable experience. Roles are available in both remote and field-based capacities, depending on the project.

Possible Volunteer Roles Include:

• Field Support: Assisting with community surveys, data collection, workshop facilitation, and event logistics.
• Content & Communications: Writing blogs, translating materials (Hindi/English), producing social media content, and providing digital support (website, data entry, documentation).
• Specialised Support: Offering legal, financial, or communication expertise to support our ongoing projects.

Who We Are Looking For: We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds — students, professionals, retired experts, or community members. What matters most is your commitment to social equity and your willingness to learn.

Commitment: Flexible, based on project needs and your availability (project-based or ongoing).
Location: Remote or field-based (with options for virtual participation).

Internship Programme

LASRI offers structured internships for students and young professionals who aspire to work in the social sector. Our internships are designed to be a transformative learning experience, where you contribute to live research while receiving close mentorship from our team of experienced researchers, many of whom are alumni of premier institutes like TISS.

Eligibility & Disciplines: Open to students and recent graduates from social sciences, law, public policy, development studies, environmental science, journalism, and allied fields.

What You Will Gain:

• Contribute directly to live research projects and field studies.
• Receive one-on-one mentoring from senior researchers.
• Develop practical skills in research methodology, report writing, and community engagement.
• Receive a formal certificate and a letter of recommendation upon successful completion.

Duration: 4 weeks to 6 months, depending on the project and your availability.

How to Apply

For Volunteering: Interested candidates can write to us at lasri.institute@gmail.com with the subject line: ‘Volunteer Application — [Your Area of Interest]’. Please include a brief note about your skills and availability.

For Internships: Please send your CV and a Statement of Purpose (250–400 words) explaining why you want to intern with LASRI to internship@lasri.in. Use the subject line: ‘Internship Application — [Your Field of Study]’. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a brief interview.

For Organisations: If you represent an academic institution and are interested in a formal partnership to place your students with us, please write to us at the same email address with the subject: ‘Internship Partnership Enquiry’.

Our Commitment to You

Regardless of whether you join as a volunteer or an intern, LASRI is committed to providing a respectful, ethical, and enriching environment. You will be treated as a valued member of our team, your contributions will be acknowledged, and your growth will be our priority.

Get in Touch

We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how we can work together for a more just and equitable society.

LASRI — Labour and Social Research Institute
Email: lasri.institute@gmail.com
Phone: +91 8544062040 | +91 7991143071
Chunabhatti Road, Malighat, Muzaffarpur, Bihar 842001