We are looking for enthusiastic, field-oriented interns to support a street food vendor development initiative focused on improving the quality, hygiene, and standardization of streetside panipuri vendors.
As an intern, you will work directly with local vendors, helping them adopt better food preparation practices, improve hygiene standards, and complete the requirements needed for certification.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and onboard panipuri vendors in assigned locations.
- Build relationships with vendors and explain the benefits of participating in the program.
- Conduct training sessions using standardized training materials provided by the organization.
- Guide vendors on best practices for food safety, hygiene, preparation, and storage.
- Perform hygiene audits of vendors' preparation areas and kitchens using a predefined checklist.
- Document observations through photographs, reports, and digital forms.
- Assist vendors in implementing recommended hygiene improvements.
- Coordinate with the internal team to ensure successful completion of the certification process.
- Support the issuance of FSSAI-related certification/documentation upon successful completion of program requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of vendor progress and submit regular field reports.
Who We're Looking For
- Students or recent graduates from any discipline.
- Comfortable interacting with people and working extensively in the field.
- Strong communication skills in local languages and English/Hindi (preferred).
- Willingness to travel within assigned areas.
- Detail-oriented with an interest in food safety, public health, community engagement, or operations.
- Ability to work independently while meeting project targets.
What You'll Gain
- Hands-on experience in field operations and community engagement.
- Exposure to food safety standards and hygiene auditing.
- Training in vendor management and stakeholder communication.
- Experience working on a high-impact grassroots initiative.
- Internship certificate and letter of recommendation based on performance.
- Opportunity to contribute to improving food safety standards for local street food businesses.
Duration
2–6 months (flexible based on academic requirements).
Location
Field-based (assigned local markets and neighbourhoods).
Ideal Candidate
You enjoy interacting with people, solving real-world problems, and creating measurable community impact. This role is ideal for candidates interested in operations, social impact, food safety, public health, entrepreneurship, or consumer businesses.
Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
