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Research Intern — GIS & Remote Sensing
● Open
📍 Dhaka (Hybrid)
⏱ 3–6 months
🎓 BSc / MSc students
💰 Paid stipend
Work on active GIS and remote sensing projects using QGIS, ArcGIS, and Google Earth Engine — including satellite image classification, land use mapping, and spatial analysis for published research and client deliverables.
QGISArcGISRemote SensingLULCGoogle Earth Engine
GIS & Remote Sensing Track
Satellite Analysis · Spatial Mapping · Published Research
Compensation
BDT 5,000 – 8,000 / month
Based on experience + performance bonus potential
Requirements
Enrolled BSc/MSc in Geography, Environmental Science, or GIS
Basic knowledge of QGIS or ArcGIS
Understanding of remote sensing principles
Available minimum 20 hours/week
Google Earth Engine experience (bonus)
Python/R scripting experience (bonus)
What You'll Gain
Hands-on experience on real published research
Mentorship from senior DSD researchers
Potential co-authorship on publications
Verified internship certificate (recognised by 11+ universities)
Strong professional reference letter
Access to DSD software, data, and training library
How to Apply
1
Fill in the DSD application form with your CV, transcripts, and a 300-word statement of interest.
2
Shortlisted candidates contacted within 7 days for a brief online interview.
3
Selected intern receives offer letter and onboarding schedule within 3 days of interview.
Research Intern — Laboratory Analysis & Environmental Chemistry
● Open
📍 Dhaka Lab (On-site)
⏱ 3–4 months
🎓 BSc / MSc
💰 Paid stipend
Join DSD's laboratory team for hands-on experience in environmental chemical analysis — working with real water, sediment, and soil samples. Full instrument training provided. PPE and safety training included from day one.
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Laboratory Analysis Track
AAS · ICP-OES · Water & Sediment Science
Compensation
BDT 4,000 – 6,000 / month
Stipend + full PPE and safety training provided at no cost to intern
Requirements
BSc/MSc in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or Marine Science
Basic laboratory safety knowledge
Understanding of chemical analysis methods
Available minimum 25 hours/week (lab schedule)
Prior lab experience a strong advantage
What You'll Gain
Training on AAS, ICP-OES, FTIR, and water quality meters
Experience with real environmental field samples
Laboratory SOP and QA/QC certification
DSD lab internship certificate
Contribution to published datasets
Full PPE kit provided at no cost
How to Apply
1
Submit your CV and a brief cover letter via the form below. Academic transcripts required.
2
Shortlisted candidates invited for an in-person or Zoom lab interview with the DSD lab manager.
3
Offer and lab safety induction date provided within 5 days of interview.
Research Intern — Data Analysis & AI (Remote / Hybrid)
● Open
📍 Remote / Hybrid
⏱ 3–6 months
🎓 BSc / MSc / Early PhD
💰 Paid
🌍 International welcome
Work with DSD's data science team on machine learning, statistical analysis, and AI-assisted data processing for environmental datasets. Python and R required. Fully remote-friendly — open to applicants from any country.
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Data Analysis & AI Track
Machine Learning · Python/R · Environmental Data Science
Compensation
BDT 6,000 – 10,000 / month
Performance-based. International applicants: equivalent USD/INR rate available on request.
Requirements
Strong Python or R programming skills (portfolio/GitHub required)
Experience with data cleaning and statistical analysis
Familiarity with pandas, numpy, matplotlib or tidyverse
Self-motivated and able to work independently (remote setting)
Machine learning experience (scikit-learn, TensorFlow) a bonus
Prior research data analysis experience preferred
What You'll Gain
Real environmental research data analysis from the ground up
Mentorship from DSD's data science and AI team
Potential co-authorship on international publications
Portfolio of completed, real-world analysis projects
Flexible schedule — remote with async collaboration
DSD certificate recognised internationally
How to Apply
1
Submit CV, GitHub/portfolio link, and a short statement of interest (300 words max) via the form.
2
Shortlisted applicants receive a small data task to complete (2–3 hours, within 48 hours of application).
3
Brief Zoom interview for finalists. Offer within 1 week of interview.
Application Process
How It Works
From application to first day — a simple, transparent process with no unnecessary delays.
1
Apply Online
Submit your CV and statement of interest via the Google Form. Takes under 10 minutes.
2
Review (7 days)
Our team reviews all applications. Shortlisted candidates notified within 7 working days.
3
Interview / Task
Brief online interview or practical task (Data/AI track). No lengthy assessment centres.
4
Start & Onboard
Offer letter, onboarding pack, and first project briefing within 3 days of selection.
From Our Interns
What Past Interns Say
★★★★★
"My GIS internship at DSD was the best decision I made during my MSc year. I contributed to real satellite analysis, got my name on a published paper, and walked away with skills no classroom could have given me."
Rashed Islam
Former GIS Intern → Now Research Officer, DSD
★★★★★
"The lab internship gave me hands-on training on instruments I'd only read about in textbooks — AAS, ICP, FTIR. My DSD certificate was immediately recognised when I applied for my PhD programme in Malaysia."
Nusrat Jahan
Former Lab Intern → PhD Student, UTM Malaysia
★★★★★
"I applied from India for the remote data analysis internship and was honestly surprised by how structured and supportive the mentorship was. I co-authored my first Q2 paper within 5 months. Worth it completely."
Arjun Mehta
Remote Data Intern · India → Published Co-author
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