A Network That Grew with Governance
Life after the District Collector's Internship Programme takes many shapes. For some, it's the first step into public life; for others, it's the spark that shapes their next dream. What begins as a few months inside the Collectorate often grows into a lifelong connection with people, ideas, and purpose.
Wherever they go, our alumni carry a bit of DCIP with them — the habit of working together, the belief in compassion, and the drive to make things better. These values stay long after the internship ends, forming a community bound not by titles or roles, but by a shared spirit of service and change.
The Alumni
450+
Alumni across 30 batches
76%
Engaged in work or higher studies
155+
Currently working across sectors
100+
Pursuing advanced degrees
270+
Active on professional networks
5+
Countries with alumni presence
Where Our Alumni Go
From Kozhikode to classrooms and careers across the world—our alumni carry the spirit of DCIP everywhere.
From the mission room in Kozhikode, the journey of our alumni has branched into many directions. Few of them to work within government systems, translating their internship lessons into roles in administration and public service. Others found their calling in the social sector, leading projects in welfare, accessibility, and youth engagement. Many chose the academic route, securing places at premier universities in India and abroad to deepen their expertise through higher studies and research. At the same time, new paths have opened in law, media, corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, and education. Together, these diverse pathways capture how the spirit of DCIP continues to grow long after the internship ends.
Skills for Life
Empathy & Resilience
Understanding and connecting with grassroots realities.
Technical Skills
Skills in data analysis, digital tools, and project management.
Problem-Solving
Tackling complex issues with innovative solutions.
Soft Skills
Teamwork, leadership, and communication abilities.
Alumni Reflections
My four-month journey with DCIP has been deeply enriching. From grassroots engagement to working closely with the district administration, each experience strengthened my understanding of public service and social impact. I’m grateful to grow alongside a passionate team, and these learnings will stay with me ahead.
Harsha Haridas
Batch 29
Alumni Pathways
Public Service
& Governance
Many alumni continue within government systems, contributing to district projects, block-level planning, and state missions.
Their experience in DCIP equips them to translate administrative goals into real change on the ground.
Social Sector
& Development
Several choose to work with NGOs, CSR wings, and grassroots initiatives, addressing issues of accessibility, youth empowerment, and community welfare. The compassion nurtured in DCIP becomes their guiding principle.
Higher Studies
& Research
Alumni have pursued advanced degrees at premier institutions in India and abroad, from public policy to international relations, social work to sciences. DCIP often serves as the spark for academic clarity and ambition.
Law, Media & Communication
Some step into careers as lawyers, journalists, and media professionals, applying their exposure in documentation, advocacy, and public communication to shape narratives that matter.
Corporate & Entrepreneurship
Others carry their skills into the corporate sector or start their own ventures. Whether in analytics, HR, consulting, or social enterprise, their time at DCIP prepares them to lead with responsibility and innovation.
Our Interns
