SOP: Objectives in pursuing summer project/internship.

I am in pursuit of such education which can let me explore the

wealth of knowledge. I am really fortunate because Metallurgy
and Materials Science is the domain where my purpose and
passion mingle. It is my earnest contention that an
undergraduate education in engineering helps one to
comprehend the fundamental principles of science in such a way
that one is able to successfully apply these principles to real life
situations and obtain optimal solutions. This knowledge, when
coupled with dedicated research and internship in ones
specialized field of interest then this will serve an ideal platform
for the preparation of one’s career. It is for this reason that I wish
to pursue summer project/internship.

• Academic Background:
"You know yourself" goes the word of Socrates. Right from my
childhood I have recognized myself having a great entice towards
the field of Mathematics, Chemistry, and Physical Science. During
my higher secondary schooling, I showed special interest in
Mathematics and Physical Sciences and in order to supplement
the education that I received in school, I became a habitual
reader of Science magazines and books. I, however, could earn a
seat in IIT(BHU)Varanasi by featuring among top 24% out of
1,50,000 candidates in the Joint Entrance Examination. The
curriculum has equipped me with a strong foundation
academically; a sound grounding in fundamentals of
Metallurgical Engineering and has kindled in me, a passion to
chase challenges. Apart from acquiring theoretical knowledge, I
received hands on experience in the workshops on various
aspects of Engineering. The theory courses that I did were well
complemented by a number of laboratory courses which have
given me hands on experience in areas as diverse as Physical
Metallurgy, Process Engineering as well as core Metallurgical
Operations like Casting, Mineral Processing, Iron and Steel
Making, Extraction of Non Ferrous Metals. Thus, it is in these
areas that is Nanomaterials synthesis and their applications
in electronics, Microstructural Engineering, Extractive
Metallurgy and Waste Utilization. I look forward to be able to
work in and contribute to. I seek to focus my interests in this field
through a more rigorous and in-depth understanding by way of
summer project/internship. Right from the entrance examination
to the rigorous schedule followed everyday; it has been a journey
filled with discovery, determination, enthusiasm and curiosity.
These have fuelled in me a desire to pursue a career in
Metallurgy.

• Academic Research Experience:

I have striven to perform well in the courses and have tried to
gain as much as I could from them. But I feel what qualifies a
good graduate student is his/her ability to perform independent
research work. I had completed an Exploratory Project at
IIT(BHU) Varanasi’s Metallurgical Department itself. My project
was concentrated on the” Effect of Heat Treatment On
Microstructure and Tensile properties of Titanium Alloy.(Ti6Al-
4V)”, under the guidance of Prof. Vakil Singh. These alloys were
used extensively in the critical applications like Implants and
prostheses, Parts and prototypes for racing and aerospace
industry. I gained a deeper understanding of Metallurgy and
Materials Science. In these projects, practical implementations
required me to take intelligent engineering decisions to make the
systems efficacious. Such executions have helped me get a
complete understanding of the associated theory that I learnt in
the course. Thus, it is in these areas that I look forward to be able
to work in and contribute to. I seek to focus my interests in this
field through a more rigorous and in-depth understanding by
way of a summer project/internship.

• Why DEFENSE RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT AND

ORGANISATION(DRDO) ?
Defense Research Development and Organisation(DRDO)
could be an ideal platform to realize my aspirations. In my
opinion, the University with its commendable research
facilities and renowned faculty will provide me with a
suitable environment to pursue graduate studies in
Metallurgy and Minerals Science. By providing me with
ample opportunity for acquisition of knowledge and a
concurrent process of self-discovery, I am sure the graduate
program at Defense Research Development and
Organisation(DRDO) will groom me to conducting
independent research and serve as a launch pad for a
research career either in the industry or the academia. I am
aware of the high standards of academic excellence and
research that Defense Research Development and
Organisation(DRDO) has set. I am fully aware of the high
level of commitment and perseverance required for Summer
Project/Internship, and I believe that my aptitude,
dedication and motivation will see me through the challenge.
I look forward to a favourable decision regarding the
research conduct. Thank you immensely for considering my
application.