Organisation - The PolicyFide, New Delhi

Role - Communications Intern and Content Creator

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

PolicyFide is a research-based organisation based out of New Delhi that consists of a team of young policy enthusiasts bringing forth policy-related challenges of current times with an aim to create healthy dialogue and engagement about the same. The organisation encounters these challenges that are intrinsic to our everyday lives and focuses to produce aware citizens.

JOB DESCRIPTION

I had interned at PolicyFide as the Communications Intern for 6 weeks i.e. from July 1st 2021 - to August 15th 2021. The responsibilities were as follows -

1. Assist in planning communication strategy for PolicyFide.

2. Writing professional emails as a part of communication during PolicyFide’s first writing program - “Demystifying Writing”

3. Develop marketing timelines for Policyfide’s initiatives and events.

4. Collaborate with the team on new ideas, directions and methods to channelise PolicyFide’s voice.

In the initial ten days of my internship, I worked with the team in drafting emails for the “Demystifying Writing” workshop as a part of official communication between the team and the clients.

The Demystifying Workshop - The “Demystifying Writing” workshop is an outcome-based initiative of PolicyFide that helps deconstruct styles of writing - from creative to academic.

The aim of the workshop is to upskill the participants with a chosen team of mentors to support one’s growth as a student, writer or professional.

Additionally, I also had a brief stint in graphic designing for PolicyFide's social media handle. I got the opportunity to work hand in hand with the content creation team. Keeping the motive of the page in mind, I wrote on issues that educate the audience on the need for questioning, researching and advising new policies. I had also touched upon issues like the IPCC Climate Report, India’s Vehicle Scrappage Policy, India’s Think Tank scenario, and ICMR’s Covishield and Covaxin guidelines.

On the whole, this internship was a useful experience. I have gained new knowledge and improved my skill set. It helped me view my strengths and weaknesses and has added new skills for me to improve in the future.