A genuine internship offer letter should be on the company's letterhead or official email domain and clearly state: the intern's name and role, start and end dates, reporting manager, stipend amount (or explicitly 'unpaid'), key responsibilities, working hours/location, and confidentiality terms — with a space for you to sign and accept. If a company won't put these details in writing, or asks you to pay before issuing one, that is a serious red flag, not a formality you can skip.
"Dear [Your Name], We are pleased to offer you an internship as [Role] at [Company Name] for a period of [Duration], starting [Date]. You will report to [Manager Name] and will be based [Location/Remote]. You will receive a monthly stipend of ₹[Amount] [or: This is an unpaid internship]. Your key responsibilities will include [brief list]. Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate of completion. Please sign below to confirm your acceptance."
This is a simplified structure — real offer letters often add confidentiality (NDA) clauses and termination terms, especially for internships involving client or product work.
| Genuine | Red flag |
|---|---|
| Sent from an official company email domain | Sent only via personal WhatsApp/Telegram with no email |
| States stipend or 'unpaid' explicitly | Vague about pay, or pay is only discussed verbally |
| No payment requested from you | Asks for a 'registration' or 'training' fee to confirm your seat |
| Has a named reporting manager | No one is accountable for reviewing your work |
| Company has a verifiable website/office | No verifiable online presence or physical address |
Every internship we feature comes with a proper written offer letter — company details, stipend, duration and responsibilities — never a fee to apply.
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