Washington, D.C., September 25, 2025 – In a landmark step toward strengthening global educational ties, the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and the American Telugu Association (ATA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create new internship opportunities for U.S. students, particularly from the Telugu diaspora.
IITH, established 16 years ago and currently ranked #7 in Engineering and #6 in Innovation by India’s National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), will now host students at its world-class campus in Hyderabad.
The MoU, signed by Prof. B. S. Murty, Director of IITH, and Mr. Jayanth Challa, President of ATA, allows internships ranging from a few weeks up to one year. Valid for three years with the possibility of extension, the agreement also lays the foundation for deeper research collaborations and stronger U.S.–India people-to-people connections.
“We are delighted to partner with ATA in this first-of-its-kind collaboration beyond academia,” said Prof. Murty. “This MoU creates meaningful pathways for global talent and expands opportunities for students of the Telugu diaspora.”
Echoing this sentiment, Mr. Jayanth Challa remarked, “This partnership empowers our youth with access to cutting-edge research, innovation, and hands-on experience, preparing them to thrive in a fast-changing global landscape.”
As part of the MoU, IITH will provide institutional, logistical, and infrastructure support for U.S. students while ATA will help identify suitable candidates. A nominal monthly fee will be charged to cover operational expenses.
This collaboration sets the stage for future partnerships in research and innovation, enriching both Indian and American academic ecosystems and preparing the next generation of leaders to excel in a globalized world.
