Every summer, a large number of talented interns come to IIST to work with faculty on interesting short term projects. Students at various stages in BTech, BS-MS, MSc, and other programmes from reputed institutions like IITs and IISERs come to IIST for summer internships.

• The summer internship of 2025 does not have fellowships. However, boarding and lodging will be provided at nominal rates of Rs 125 (for a base meal) and Rs 50, respectively, per day, depending on the availability of the hostel rooms.
• Interns have to pay a nominal amount of Rs 100 towards certain administrative charges when they join for an internship.
• Each intern will be given a temporary identity card to access various facilities in IIST.
• Interns will be provided certificates for completed internships.