Online Legal Internship Opportunity at Indian Centre for Child and Human Rights: Apply by Oct 2

About the Indian Centre for Child and Human Rights (ICCHR)

Indian Centre for Child and Human Rights (ICCHR) is an initiative by the Truth & Youth and Umeed NGO at its inception in 2021, aimed at promoting research and facilitating students and researchers with a proper understanding of Child and Human rights.

The Centre is a national research center under the supervision of UNICEF India and provides integrated technical support to legal institutions of governance at the local, state, and national levels for the protection of child and human rights through knowledge, research, and resources.

About the Internship

Legal Research Internship offers an exceptional opportunity for passionate individuals dedicated to advancing the cause of Child and Human rights. As an intern, the responsibilities include conducting in-depth legal research and analysis, staying abreast of pertinent Supreme Court and High Court cases, and preparing reports, memos, and documents to support the cause.

They will also be engaged in crafting articles, blogs, research papers, and report summaries, enhancing skills through training sessions and workshops; and collaborating with other members on projects. Participation in outreach activities and events organized by ICCHR and work to connect real-world impact, ultimately contributing to the betterment of vulnerable communities in India.

Eligibility

• For the Legal Research Internship and Legal Writer Internship, only law students pursuing a 5-year B.A. LL.B./B.Com. LL.B./B.B.A. LL.B./B.Sc. LL.B. or 3-year LL.B. program under any BCI-approved University or College are eligible to apply.
• The candidate must have a strong interest in Child and Human rights and a commitment to social justice.
• The candidate should have excellent research and writing skills.
• The candidate must be proficient in English and possess good communication skills.
• The candidate must be available for the duration of the internship program as per their choice, either one or two months.
• The candidate must be able to work independently and as a team member under the supervision of the Internship Coordinators.
• The candidate must demonstrate a willingness to learn and contribute towards the protection of children and Human Rights.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to child and human rights.
• Researching on the latest Supreme Court and High Court cases with relevance to Child and Human Rights.
• Prepare reports, memos, and other documents related to legal research and analysis.
• Writing articles, blogs, and research papers, and preparing reports on the findings of the topic.
• Conduct literature reviews and prepare summaries of relevant academic articles and reports.
• Participate in meetings and discussions related to ongoing projects and research activities.
• Attend training sessions, online workshops, and webinars to enhance legal research and writing skills.
• Collaborate with other interns and ICCHR members to complete projects and assignments.
• Adhere to deadlines for completing assigned tasks and projects.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of work completed.
• Participate in outreach activities and events organized by ICCHR.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Mode of Internship

Online

Last Date to Apply

2nd October, 2023

Application Procedure

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To apply for the ICCHR internship program, interested candidates must fill out the online. They must then fill in the required details in the application form and upload their Statement of Purpose, CV, and Writing Sample as per the instructions provided.

It is important to note that ICCHR only accepts applications submitted through the online application form, and no applications will be entertained through email. After submitting the application, candidates must wait for the selection process to be completed, and if selected, they will receive mail for further processing.