5-year Integrated
3-Year LL.B
Internship Frameworks
Internships form a compulsory component of the LL.B. programme and are an essential part of professional legal training. It ensures that students gain practical exposure throughout the 5-year and 3-year law courses.
As part of the internship requirement, students undertake internships in courts, law firms, corporate legal departments, regulatory authorities and non-governmental organisations.
This exposure enables students to understand the functioning of the legal system and develop skills relevant to litigation, corporate practice and public service.
During their law internships, students engage in legal research, drafting pleadings and opinions, preparing cases and observing court proceedings under academic supervision, in accordance with university regulations.
- To help the students gain first-hand experience of a particular place of work.
- To assist students in being more receptive to market needs, and in deciding their area of specialisation in the future.
- To assist students in developing professional skills and a broader understanding of the legal profession and legal processes.
- To enhance students' learning of a particular area of law.
- To enable students to participate more effectively in law school classes to bring real-world experience back to the classroom.
- To make students aware of career alternatives.
- To further develop and integrate personal characteristics such as self-awareness problem-solving skills, professional ethics and behaviour.
- To gain a better understanding of the relation of law to society, economics, psychology and social science to develop new knowledge and skills.
Internship Duration & Mandatory Requirements
Duration Per Programme
5-year Integrated Course
Weeks
3-Year LL.B Course
Weeks
Semester Limits
In any single semester:
- Internship must be at least 15 days
- It must not exceed 4 consecutive weeks
Mandatory Exposure
(During the Course Period)
Students must complete at least one internship each with:
- An NGO
- A Trial Court Advocate
- An Appellate Court Advocate
- The District Legal Services Authority
Academic Requirements
- Students are required to maintain an internship diary in the prescribed format.
- Assessment is based on internship records and viva voce evaluation as per university regulations.
- Split internships may be permitted in exceptional circumstances with prior approval of the concerned coordinator.
Notable Internships/ Internship Opportunities
Placement Cell
The Placement Cell assists students in transitioning from academic study to professional practice by providing career guidance, skill development opportunities and interaction with legal professionals and organisations.
- Employment Opportunities: To facilitate and increase employment opportunities for law students by connecting them with potential employers in various legal sectors, including law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies and non-profit organisations.
- Skill Enhancement: To help students develop and improve their skills, including legal research, writing, advocacy, negotiation and other practical legal skills, to make them more attractive to employers.
- Networking: To create and maintain a network of legal professionals, alumni and organisations that can offer guidance, mentorship and job opportunities to students.
- Career Guidance: To provide students with career counselling and guidance on various legal career paths, including litigation, corporate law, public interest law and government service.
- Resume Building: To assist students in crafting effective resumes and cover letters that highlight their strengths and experiences.
- Interview Preparation: To prepare students for job interviews by conducting mock interviews and providing feedback.
- Internship Placements: To help students secure internships that provide practical experience and exposure to the legal field.
- Professional Development: To organise workshops, seminars and training sessions on legal trends, professional ethics and other relevant topics.
- Employer Engagement: To build and maintain relationships with law firms, government agencies and other legal employers to facilitate the recruitment of law students.
- Alumni Networking: Facilitate interactions between students and alumni who can provide insights into the legal profession and potential job opportunities.
- Feedback Mechanism: Collect feedback from students, employers and alumni to continuously improve the placement cell's effectiveness.