PARTNER WITH HIAL:

If you or your organization is interested in partnering with HIAL in any capacity, please write to us at [email protected].
We are looking for partners who can collaborate with us in research & development, curriculum design, development & execution, and investments/ impact funds in various innovative social enterprises like earth hotels, ice hotels, heritage farm stays, organic food, and wellness products.

DONATE

HIAL is a not-for-profit organization that aims to transform university education in Ladakh and also provide solutions for the Hindu Kush-Himalayan communities and other mountain regions of the world, like the Alps and Andes. If this is a cause you believe in or want to be a part of our journey, please support us through our donation links. Your support could sponsor one of our students!

Please support us at: milaap.org

Volunteer With Us:

Himalayan Institute of Alternatives, Ladakh (HIAL) is thrilled to welcome all types of volunteers. We believe volunteers are one of the most important propagators of living simply to them. There is an ample number of opportunities at HIAL and its teams. One can browse through the details in the following section.

• The Opportunity HIAL is a place to work on projects related to sustainability in domains as wide as energy, ice stupa, plantation, communication, construction, as well as tourism. Volunteers can explore Ladakh both culturally and professionally.
• Volunteering Details Each team has a specific criterion of selection followed by two rounds of interviews by the HR and team coordinator. Before applying, please fill out the online form and attach a detailed CV for due consideration with a Statement of Purpose, stating what the individual can contribute to the team/project.
  The average duration for volunteering at HIAL is 2 weeks and extends up to depending on the project’s requirements.
• Boarding & Lodging Accommodation would be provided in HIAL’s hostel in the picturesque village of Phyang village.
  Volunteers will need to pay Rs 800 – Rs 1000 a day towards their boarding, lodging, and other allied costs.
  Travel expenses shall be borne by volunteers.
• Apply Here

Internship:

Himalayan Institute of Alternatives, Ladakh (HIAL) is very happy to welcome interns. There are ample number of opportunities at HIAL and its teams, one can browse through the details in the following section.

• The Opportunity HIAL is a place to work on projects related to sustainability in domains as wide as energy, ice stupa, plantation, communication, construction, as well as tourism. Interns at HIAL can explore Ladakh both culturally and professionally. The work here is built around hands on experience applying theoretical knowledge and experiential learning.
• Internship Details Each team has a specific criterion of selection followed by two rounds of interview by the HR and the team coordinator. Before applying, please fill out the online form and attach a detailed CV for due consideration with a Statement of Purpose stating what the individual can contribute to the team/project. The selected candidates will be sent an offer letter reflecting the date of joining and duration of the project. For international students valid passport visa and permission is mandatory.
  The average duration for internship with HIAL is 2-6 months depending upon the project’s requirements.
  The interns will be paid a stipend @ Rs.7000/-per month for the period of internship. Either they would be paid in their existing bank accounts or via cheques.
  On successful completion of the internship, experience certificate will be provided to the interns
• Boarding & Lodging Accommodation would be provided in HIAL’s hostel in the picturesque village of Phyang village. (cost/rent)
  Travel expense shall be borne by interns.
• Leave & Holiday In case of emergency, it will be considered as unpaid leave. ***
  In case of planned leave, the intern will have to cover the duration of leave taken by extending the internship period. ***
  In case if the intern is working on a weekend or any other holiday, he or she is eligible for a compensatory leave.
  Closed holiday and Restricted holiday are applicable to interns.
• Apply Here