Research Economics Intern

A4G Impact Collaborative · India

Research Economics Intern | AI Governance

Omysha Foundation | Research & Analysis Bureau (RAB)

Remote | 6 Months | 30 Hours/Week

Artificial Intelligence is changing how we work, how businesses operate, how economies grow, and how governments think about regulation.

At Omysha Foundation , we are building research around these questions through our Research & Analysis Bureau (RAB) .

We are looking for a Research Economics Intern who wants to go beyond academic research and explore how AI is actually reshaping economies, labour markets, industries, policy, and society.

This is an opportunity to work on real research problems in AI Governance , contribute to research outputs, and learn how evidence can influence policy, strategy, and decision-making.

Your research may explore questions such as:

• How will AI change jobs, skills, and labour markets?
• Which industries are most likely to be transformed by AI?
• Will AI increase productivity or economic inequality?
• How should governments regulate increasingly powerful AI systems?
• What does responsible AI governance look like in different countries?
• How should India approach AI regulation and economic transformation?
• What happens when technological progress moves faster than policy?

You will be encouraged to question assumptions, explore different perspectives, and develop evidence-backed insights.

Research & Economic Analysis

• Conduct research using academic papers, policy documents, government publications, industry reports, and credible datasets.
• Study the economic impact of AI across industries and labour markets.
• Research automation, economic displacement, productivity, inequality, and the future of work.
• Analyse emerging trends in AI and the global economy.

AI Governance & Policy

• Research AI regulations and governance frameworks in India and globally.
• Compare different approaches to AI governance.
• Track important developments in AI policy and regulation.
• Identify emerging governance challenges, policy gaps, and economic implications.

Research & Insight Development

• Convert complex research into clear research briefs and concept notes.
• Develop evidence-backed insights for internal and external use.
• Support research frameworks, indicators, and analytical models.
• Contribute to reports, publications, presentations, events, and thought leadership.

Strategy & Program Support

• Support A4G initiatives focused on AI, governance, economics, and societal impact.
• Provide research inputs for strategy and program development.
• Work with senior team members on open-ended research questions.
• Contribute to research outputs, including opportunities for co-authorship.

This role could be a strong fit if you are from:

Economics | Public Policy | Political Economy | Development Studies | Political Science | Sociology | Related Social Sciences

More importantly, we are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys reading, researching, questioning, and connecting ideas.
• Is genuinely curious about AI and its impact on economies and society.
• Can break down complex topics and communicate them clearly.
• Wants to understand policy beyond headlines and surface-level information.
• Can work independently on open-ended problems.
• Is comfortable forming an argument and backing it with evidence.
• Has an interest in research, economics, policy, or technology.
• Has basic familiarity with research methods and analytical thinking.

Prior professional research experience is not mandatory. Curiosity, ownership, and the ability to think deeply matter more.

No restriction on graduation year or batch.

This is not just an internship where you are given tasks to complete.

You get the opportunity to:

• Work on real research questions in AI Governance
• Receive mentorship from senior team members
• Build experience in policy and economic research
• Contribute to research reports and thought leadership
• Develop your research and analytical portfolio
• Gain exposure to global conversations around AI and governance
• Receive a Letter of Recommendation
• Receive a Certificate of Experience
• Be considered for future research opportunities within Omysha Foundation

High-performing interns may be considered for enrollment as a Research Fellow under our fellowship program currently under development.

There may also be opportunities for extended research responsibilities or full-time roles based on performance and organizational requirements.

Duration: 6 Months

Commitment: Minimum 30 hours/week

Working Days: Monday to Saturday

Mode: Fully Remote

Months 1 to 2: ₹5,000/month

Months 3 to 4: ₹7,500/month

Subject to performance rating of 4/5 or above

Months 5 to 6: ₹10,000/month

Subject to performance rating of 4/5 or above

Internship | High-Ownership Research Role

Technology, Information and Internet

If you enjoy asking "Why?" , digging deeper than the obvious answer, and turning research into ideas that can actually be used, we would like to hear from you.