The Department of Legal Affairs (DOLA), Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India, plays a crucial role in providing legal advice, policy formulation, and legislative drafting for various governmental agencies. DOLA is responsible for handling litigation on behalf of the government, advising ministries on constitutional, corporate, financial, and infrastructure law, and overseeing arbitration and contract law matters.
The Department of Legal Affairs Internship Programme is designed for law students and recent graduates to gain first-hand experience in legal research, referencing work, court proceedings, and government advisory roles. This paid internship offers exposure to specialized fields of law, such as constitutional law, administrative law, economic law, labor law, arbitration, and contract law.
Interns will work closely with government legal advisors, assisting in drafting, research, and policy formulation, providing them with an enriching professional experience.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Legal Intern |
| Eligibility | 3rd year & above (5-year LL.B.), 2nd year & above (3-year LL.B.), or recent law graduates |
| Duration | 1 Month |
| Mode | In-Office |
| Location | New Delhi |
| Stipend | ₹1,000 |
| Application Deadline | Rolling Basis |
✔ Legal Research & Referencing – Conduct research on various legal matters, including constitutional and administrative law.
✔ Drafting & Documentation – Assist in drafting legal opinions, contracts, and legislative proposals.
✔ Government Advisory Work – Support legal officers in advising ministries and government departments.
✔ Court Exposure – Observe and analyze legal proceedings in courts and tribunals.
✔ Policy & Legislation Review – Assist in reviewing government policies, bills, and legal frameworks.
✅ Indian nationals enrolled in a recognized law school/university.
✅ Law students who have completed their 2nd year (3-year LL.B.) or 3rd year (5-year LL.B.).
✅ Recent law graduates from recognized institutions.
✅ Preference for candidates with advanced computer skills (MS Office, Adobe, Infographics, etc.).
Interested candidates must fill out the application form at the following link:
✔ Documents Required:
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Apply Now |
🔹 Government Legal Exposure – Work within the Ministry of Law and Justice, gaining first-hand experience in policymaking and legal advisory work.
🔹 Skill Development – Improve legal research, drafting, and policy analysis skills under experienced government legal officers.
🔹 Courtroom & Legislative Insights – Gain exposure to courtroom proceedings, legislative drafting, and governmental legal advisory work.
🔹 Enhance Career Prospects – Strengthen your resume for future clerkships, academia, litigation, and policy roles.
This internship is an excellent opportunity for law students to understand the workings of government legal affairs while contributing to legal policy and governance.
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