INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES : STREAM 1 — GEOLOGY INTERN
Role Overview
As a Geology intern, you will support the technical core of the Sponge Cities Collective — identifying groundwater recharge zones, mapping aquifers in Pune’s hard-rock Deccan terrain, and assisting in the supervision of recharge structures. You will work directly under our Associate Project Manager (Geologist), gaining hands-on experience in applied hydrogeology in an urban setting.
What You Will Do –
Field Investigations & Mapping
- Assist in hydrogeological field surveys to identify geological features and potential groundwater recharge zones across Pune
- Help conduct community mapping of dug wells, borewells, minor irrigation structures, and local water bodies
- Support lithology logging and basic water level monitoring at selected sites
Data Collection & Logging
- Record field observations — water table levels, soil characteristics, and geological formations — into structured logs
- Assist in collating field data into the project’s central decision-support database • Help prepare summary tables and data sheets for technical reporting
Recharge Structure Support
- Observe and document the construction/installation of recharge shafts, recharge pits, and injection wells
- Assist in conducting basic pumping or slug tests to estimate aquifer yield under senior geologist supervision
- Monitor water quality parameters (basic field tests) at pilot sites
GIS & Spatial Analysis
- Assist in digitising field-collected data on GIS platforms for spatial mapping • Help prepare thematic maps showing recharge zones, water body locations, and geological units
What You Will Learn
- Applied hydrogeology in Deccan Trap hard-rock terrain — a unique and professionally valuable exposure
- Field survey techniques for urban groundwater assessment
- Groundwater monitoring equipment and data logging practices
- Basics of aquifer characterization: pumping tests, slug tests, lithology interpretation
- GIS-based spatial mapping for water resource projects
- Integration of community knowledge with technical hydrogeological analysis
Internship Specifications
| Attribute | Requirement |
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Educational Qualifications |
B.Sc. / M.Sc. Geology, Applied Geology, or Hydrogeology (completed or final year ) |
| Duration | 3 to 6 months (flexible) |
| Mode | Field-intensive; combination of field surveys, lab data entry, and GIS desk work |
| Technical Skills | Familiarity with basic GIS tools (QGIS preferred); ability to read geological maps and interpret basic geophysical data is an advantage |
| Language | Working knowledge of Marathi, Hindi, English. |
| Travel | Must be willing to travel within Pune district, including semi rural and peri-urban areas |
| Stipend | As per PKC internship policy (details shared at offer stage) |
How to Apply
Interested students should submit their latest resume (PDF) through the online form only after filling the required details.
Link to the Form