XLRI offers average Rs 1.75 lakh monthly stipend for summer internships

Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI) has announced details of its 2026 summer internship programme, with participating companies offering an average monthly stipend of Rs 1.75 lakh to selected candidates. The programme has generated significant corporate interest, with multiple sectors actively recruiting interns through the placement drive.

Consulting firms, fast-moving consumer goods companies, retail and consumer goods businesses, e-commerce platforms, technology firms, and media organisations have emerged as the primary recruiters in this year's internship cycle. The diversity of participating sectors reflects the broad skill sets and expertise sought by India's leading employers across multiple industries.

The summer internship programme serves as a key recruitment pipeline for XLRI, allowing students to gain practical industry experience while providing companies access to emerging talent from one of India's premier management institutions. The stipend levels and sector participation indicate continued corporate confidence in the management education sector despite broader economic considerations.