Internship questions, answered straight

Including the ones most programmes avoid. If something here is not clear, ask us before you apply rather than after.

Is the internship really free?

Yes. Applying is free, and completing the programme is free — the offer letter, the task briefs, the code review on your submissions and your project portfolio page all cost nothing. The only paid item is the completion certificate at ₹169, and it is optional. We state the fee before you apply rather than after you have done four weeks of work.

Is there a stipend?

No. This is an unpaid learning programme, not employment. We would rather say so plainly than bury it. If you need paid work, this is not the right thing for you.

Do you guarantee a job or placement?

No, and be sceptical of any programme that does. What you get is project work you can show, written feedback on it, and a public portfolio page. Whether that helps you get hired depends on the work you produce.

Is the certificate accredited or government-recognised?

No. It is issued by AgenticX AI Labs and carries a unique ID and a public verification page anyone can check, so an employer can confirm it is genuine and see what you actually built. It is not a university credential and we do not display accreditation marks we are not entitled to.

Do I have to complete all the tasks?

No. Each domain has 4 project briefs and you need any 2 of them to finish the programme. Do more if you want more portfolio pieces — the review is the same on every submission.

How long do I get?

The programme runs 4 weeks from the date on your offer letter. It is self-paced within that window, so you choose when you work. Most briefs are estimated at 8–14 hours each, and those estimates are honest rather than flattering.

Is there an entrance test or interview?

No. Pick a domain, submit the application form, and we review it within two working days. The assessment happens on the work you submit, not before you start.

Do I need prior experience?

It depends on the domain. Python Development and Data Science are marked beginner-friendly. AI Agents & Automation and Generative AI assume you are already comfortable writing Python. Each domain page states its level and who it suits, so you can judge before applying.

Can I use AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude to write my code?

Yes — we build with AI tools every day and pretending otherwise would be absurd. The condition is that you understand what you submitted. Review feedback asks about specific decisions in your code, and "the model wrote it" is not an answer that passes.

What happens if my submission does not pass?

You get written feedback explaining what missed the published criteria, and you can resubmit within the programme window. A pass is not automatic — if it were, the certificate would be worth nothing.

Is the offer letter a job offer?

No. It confirms your enrolment in an unpaid, voluntary learning programme and creates no employment relationship. The letter itself says so.

Do I have to follow you on LinkedIn or join the WhatsApp group?

No. Following on LinkedIn is entirely optional — a social follow is a growth tactic, not an eligibility criterion. Joining the cohort WhatsApp group is required, and for a different reason: it is the support channel. Office hours, brief clarifications and help when you are stuck all happen there, so an intern who is not in it cannot really be supported.

Can I apply from outside India?

Yes. The programme is fully remote and self-paced, so your timezone does not matter. The certificate fee is charged in Indian rupees.

Is there an age requirement?

You need to be 18 or older to apply. This is a data-protection requirement rather than an academic one — India’s DPDP Act 2023 requires verifiable parental consent to process a minor’s personal data, and we are not set up to collect that.

What is the refund policy on the certificate?

If your certificate is not issued within 7 days of payment, you get a full refund. Email the address on the contact page with your intern ID.

What do you do with my personal details?

We use them to assess your application, run the programme and issue your documents — nothing else. We do not sell them. You can ask us to delete your data at any time; see the privacy policy for how.