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Parul University
Centre for Distance and Online Education
Summer Internship Project Guidelines
1. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
a. The students will have to undergo a Summer Internship for six weeks after the
completion of the Second Semester and submit a “Summer Internship Project
Report” by the end of training.
b. The students must carry out their SIP training at the organisation and submit the
certificate at the end of the training in the prescribed format, which is to be attached in
the report.
c. Students must report to their allocated guide for regular updates and review of the work
done.
d. The summer internship project will be allowed on an individual basis only.
e. The internal evaluation of the Summer Internship will be done by your respective guide
based on your regularity in the timely submission of the work.
f. External evaluation will be based on viva. Absenteeism in the viva may lead to failure in
the Summer Internship Project.
2. INTRODUCTION:
At the end of the Second Semester, each student shall undertake a Summer
Internship Project (SIP) for 6 weeks. Summer Internship Project (SIP) is an essential part
of the academic curriculum of the Online MBA. Students are required to work with an
organization for hands-on experience during the semester gap of Semester II and
Semester III. The students may carry their SIP training at the organization located within
the geographical boundary of Gujarat/India/Foreign Country.
The SIP may or may not have a functional focus; i.e., the student may undertake
a SIP in their intended area of specialization or in any other functional area of
management. Ideally, the SIP may exhibit a cross-functional orientation as well. The
student shall submit a structured report based on work done during this period on the basis
of suggested guidelines, including research methodology, after the completion of the
second semester and submit a “Summer Internship Project” report by the end of the
training. SIP may be a research project – based on primary/ secondary data, or may be
an operational assignment involving working by the student on a given
task/assignment/project/ etc. in an organization/industry. It is expected that the SIP shall
sensitize the students to the demands of the workplace.
3. LEARNING OBJECTIVE
Observe and participate in business operations and decision-making.
Apply business concepts and theories to real-world decision-making.
Increase proficiency in specific business disciplines; such as human resources
management, operations management, marketing, accounting, statistics, economics,
finance, and business law etc.
Develop and improve business skills in communication, technology, quantitative
reasoning and data analytics.
Meet professional role models and potential mentors who can provide guidance,
feedback, and support.
Expand network of professional relationships and contacts.
Develop a solid work ethic, team behaviour and professional demeanour, as well as a
commitment to ethical conduct and social responsibility.
4. SAMPLE STRUCTURE OF THE REPORT:
The student may undergo with their project by choosing any of the two options provided below
1. Based on the Research Study
2. Based on Industry-Defined Problem
(Student can opt any one of this)
1. INDEX OF SIP PROJECT BASED ON RESEARCH STUDY
Common Pages to be Attached
Cover page
Title page
Student declaration
Company Certificate
Preface
Acknowledgement
Table of contents
Chapter. Total no of
No. PARTICULARS Pages (Approx.)
1 PART A: GENERAL INFORMATION 3-5
Background of the Industry/Sector
a. Growth and Evolution of the Industry
b. Key Indicators and Future Trends of the Industry
i. World Market Analytical Data (Facts & Figures)
ii. Country Market Analytical Data (Facts & Figures) 12-15
iii. State Market Analytical Data (Facts & Figures)
2 PART B: PRIMARY STUDY
Background of the Study
a. Literature Review
b. Identification of Research Gap
c. Research problem/Research Questions 10-15
d. Research Objectives
e. Rational of the study
Research Methodology
a. Research Design
b. Source/s of Data
c. Data Collection Methods
d. Population
e. Sampling Method 10-15
f. Sampling Frame
g. Data Collection Instruments
h. Data Analysis Methods
i. Hypothesis Formation
3 Data Analysis and Interpretation (Tables & Charts) 20-30
4 Results & Findings 1-2
5 Limitations of the study 1
6 Conclusions 1
7 Suggestions 1
8 Contribution of the study 2
9 Bibliography & References
10 Annexures
INDEX OF SIP PROJECT BASED ON INDUSTRY DEFINED PROBLEM
INDEX OF SIP PROJECT BASED ON INDUSTRY DEFINED PROBLEM
Common Pages to be Attached
Cover page
Title page
Student declaration
Company Certificate
Preface
Acknowledgement
Table of contents
Chapter. Total no of
No. PARTICULARS Pages (Approx.)
1 PART A: GENERAL INFORMATION 3-5
Background of the Industry/Sector
c. Growth and Evolution of the Industry
d. Key Indicators and Future Trends of the Industry
i. World Market Analytical Data (Facts & Figures)
ii. Country Market Analytical Data (Facts & Figures) 12-15
iii. State Market Analytical Data (Facts & Figures)
2 PART B: PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
a. Analysis of Situation
3-5
b. Identification the problem/s.
PART C: DIAGNOSIS OF THE PROBLEM/SITUATION
a. Finding Alternatives to the situation
3 3-5
b. Suggestive measures to overcome the problem
4 Findings & Conclusions 1-2
5 Suggestions 1-2
6 Limitations of the study 1-2
7 Contribution of the study 1-2
8 Bibliography & References
9 Annexures
10 Annexures
5. FORMATTING INSTRUCTIONS
Page Numbering–Bottom centred,
Font Type–Times new Roman,
Font Colour–Black only,
Font Size–Uniform & consistent throughout the report,
Text formation- Justify format,
Chapter Heading 16(Bold),
Titles–14(Bold),
Normal Text–12(Regular),
Line Spacing–1.5,
Graphical Presentation–Colour/Black & White,
Reference Number-Each and every Table/Exhibit/Figure must be assigned its
reference number. e.g.– Table 1.1, Fig.1.1, etc.
6. CERTIFICATION
Certificate of completion of summer training should mention the project topic and
must bear the signature and the stamp of the officer concerned in the organization where
the student has undergone summer training.
7. ARRANGEMENT OF CONTENTS
1. Cover page/Title page
2. Certificate of training
3. Acknowledgement (optional)
4. Table of contents
5. List of tables (if any)
6. List of figures (if any)
7. List of symbols and abbreviations
8. Chapters with page number
9. References
10. Annexure
8. EVALUATION PATTERN FOR SUMMER INTERNSHIP
PROJECT:
The Evaluation of the Summer Internship Project will be conducted in the following criteria.
Assessment Tool Weight Category
Review-1 10 Marks
Review-2 10 Marks
Internal Assessment
Review-3 10 Marks
Evaluation of
70 Marks External Assessment
Report and Viva
9. SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROJECT (SIP) TIMELINE:
Sr. No. Particular Date / Period
1. Training Session & Guide Allotment 06/07/2026
2 Company Finalisation (if pending) 12/07/2026
3 SIP Title Submission 19/07/2026
4 Review 1 (Frist Review) 26/07/2026
5 Review 2 (Mid SIP Review) 02/08/2026
6 Review 3 (Pre-final Review) 09/08/2026
Before 30th August
7 Completion of Summer Internship Period
2026
23/08/2026
8 Final SIP Report Submission
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR THE SIP PROJECT
Sr Frequently Asked
Answers of FAQs
No. Questions
What is the duration of The duration of SIP is 6 weeks. In any case it should
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SIP? not be less than 6 weeks.
Is it mandatory for
Yes, it is mandatory to undertake SIP even for a
2 working professionals
working professional.
to undertake SIP?
Is it allowed to
undertake SIP from the
Yes, the Candidate may undertake SIP from his
3 same organization
current organization.
where a candidate is
working?
Yes, it is compulsory for all the students to attach a
Is it required to attach
company certificate to the project report. The company
company Certificate in
4 certificate must include the duration for which the
the project report?
student has taken training in the organization. (starting
date and ending date).
There is no limit on the number of students undertaking
How many students are the SIP in one organization. If more than one student
5 allowed in one from the same institute has taken training in the same
company/organization? organization then they should ensure that their projects
are exclusive, distinct and genuine.
Is Joint Project allowed No, a Joint project is not allowed in SIP. Even if
6 in SIP? students have done a joint project then both the
students will be declared failed
Is it required to study Yes, it is compulsory for all the students to study
7 Functional Departments functional departments of the company / organization
of the Organization / and put the details of the same into SIP report.
Company?
Is it compulsory to carry
out research study on No, it is not compulsory for all the students to study a
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IDP (Industry- Defined specific problem of the organization/ company.
Problem) in SIP?
Student may carry out Qualitative or Quantitative
Which type of research
research study on Primary or Secondary data
9 study can be done in
depending on the selection of topic/problem and the
SIP?
scope of study.
What are the credits
10 and SIP carries 6 credits and 100 marks
marks of SIP?
What is the proportion The proportion is 30:70. Out of total marks of 100 the
11 of Internal and External internal examiner has to give marks out of 30 and the
marks in SIP? external examiner has to give marks out of 70.
Is it compulsory for the
Yes, If any student has not appear in final viva then
12 Students to appear in
he/she is declared as failed.
Final viva?
The report should include sections such as industry
What should be
background, company details, problem identification,
included in my SIP
13 diagnosis, findings, conclusions, and suggestions. The
report?
exact structure may vary based on the type of project
you choose.
How much plagiarism/ Upto 25% plagiarism is allowed in the SIP reports. If
similarity is allowed in plagiarism is more than 25% then report will not be
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the SIP report? accepted for final viva. it is compulsory for all the
students to attach plagiarism report in the SIP report
SIP GOOGLE FORM SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
1. Submission Mode
o All SIP submissions must be done only through the Google Form.
o Email / WhatsApp / Hardcopy submissions will NOT BE ACCEPTED.
2. Login Requirement
o Use your official registered email ID only.
o One student = One response only.
3. Form Filling Rules
o Fill all details correctly (Name, Enrollment No., Guide Name, Week).
o Incomplete forms will be rejected automatically.
o Do not submit the form multiple times.
4. File Upload Rules
o Upload only a PDF file.
o File name format: - EnrollmentNo_Yourname as per University Records .pdf
o Upload a correct and readable file only.
5. Submission Rules
o All Reviews with the Final Report Submission with the Company Certificate are
compulsory to be submitted.
o Late submission will be marked as Delayed.
o No submission means Absent is considered
6. Deadline Policy
o Submit before the mentioned deadline.
o Late submissions may lead to a mark deduction.
o No extension will be given.
7. Submission Link
o All Review Submission Link :-
[Link]
o Final Project and Certificate :-
[Link]