Where to look for internships
- Advocates’ chambers: district courts, High Courts and the Supreme Court. You learn drafting, research and court procedure.
- Law firms and in-house legal teams: contracts, compliance, corporate and dispute work.
- NGOs, legal aid clinics and Legal Services Authorities: hands-on work with clients and rights issues.
- Tribunals, regulators and think tanks: research, policy and regulation.
- Courts: some courts take law clerks or research associates. Check the official notices for how and when to apply.
How to apply
Keep the application short, personal and specific. Show why you want that particular place and what you can contribute.
Email outline
Subject: Internship application: [Your name], [Year] law student
Dear [Name],
I am a [year] student at [college], interested in [practice area]. I read [a specific case, article or matter the recipient worked on] and would like to learn from your work. I am available from [dates] for [duration].
I have attached my CV. [One line about a relevant moot, paper or experience.]
Thank you for your time.
[Name, phone, LinkedIn]
Subject: Internship application: [Your name], [Year] law student
Dear [Name],
I am a [year] student at [college], interested in [practice area]. I read [a specific case, article or matter the recipient worked on] and would like to learn from your work. I am available from [dates] for [duration].
I have attached my CV. [One line about a relevant moot, paper or experience.]
Thank you for your time.
[Name, phone, LinkedIn]
A strong law CV
- Keep it to one page. Lead with education, then internships, moots, publications and skills.
- Describe each item by what you did and what came of it, not only the title.
- Be exact about languages, software and research tools you can use.
- Proofread twice. A drafting error on a law CV is noticed.
Prepare for interviews
- Know every line on your CV, including each case or paper you mention.
- Prepare one case you can explain in depth: facts, issue, reasoning and why it matters.
- Read recent legal developments in the practice area you are applying for.
- Be ready to explain a basic statute or section from that area in plain language.
Build a visible portfolio
- Post short, careful case notes or explainers on LinkedIn and always link the source.
- Write a case comment or short article for a student journal or blog.
- Take part in moots, client counselling and negotiation competitions.
- Keep client work confidential. Share only what you are allowed to share.
Exams and enrolment: check the official notices
- Practising as an advocate: enrolment with a State Bar Council, and generally clearing the All India Bar Examination conducted by the Bar Council of India.
- Judicial services: exams are run by State Public Service Commissions or High Courts. Eligibility and syllabus differ by state.
- LLM admission: many national law universities use CLAT PG.
- Teaching and research: UGC-NET in Law is a common route for eligibility.
Eligibility, syllabus, fees and dates change, so always read the current official notification.
A note on promotion
If you are an advocate or about to enrol, the Bar Council of India’s rules restrict advertising and solicitation of work. Keep your public posts educational, and check the current rules before promoting your practice online.
Next steps
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