Project Associate (External Relations)

The Indian School of Business (ISB) — consistently ranked among the world’s leading business schools is seeking applications for an Associate (FT) at the department of External Relations.

This is a full-time, one-year contractual role (not a short-term internship), offering the selected candidate a rare opportunity to work at India’s top business school, engage with senior leaders from business, government, and diplomacy, and gain first-hand experience in institutional outreach and global engagement.

The position holder will report to the Senior Manager, External Relations.

About External Relations’ department : The mission of ISB’s External Relations (ER) team aligns closely with one of school’s core objectives – ‘To utilize the knowledge and expertise to engage with business, government, and society, and to contribute to the welfare and development of the community at the local, national, and global levels.’

With this mandate, the ER office plays a pivotal role in strengthening ISB’s engagement with key external stakeholders, including government bodies, industry associations, the diplomatic community, educational institutions, NGOs, and others. The team also works closely with internal stakeholders—such as faculty, Research Centres and Institutes (RCIs), and administrative departments—to build impactful partnerships and enhance school’s brand visibility and reputation.

The incumbent in this role will get an opportunity to :

• Interact with industry leaders, government officials, and international dignitaries.
• Contribute to high-profile events and initiatives that make impact.
• Experience a culture of excellence that has made ISB one of the most respected names in management education worldwide.

Key Responsibilities :

Database management :

Events execution :

Administrative & Operational Support :

Desired profile :

Education : Graduate degree in any stream.

In addition, we expect the candidate to possess :