The Office of Justice K.V. Viswanathan is offering a prestigious one-month, in-person judicial internship on a rolling basis from August to December 2025, with the possibility of extension depending on performance and availability.
About Justice K.V. Viswanathan
He is slated to become the Chief Justice of India from August 12, 2030, to May 25, 2031. Upon assuming this role, he will be the fourth individual to be directly elevated from the bar to the position of Chief Justice.
Location: Supreme Court of India, New Delhi.
Mode: Full-time, in-person internship.
Eligibility Criteria:
Law students who are:
- Undergraduate: At least in 2nd year or above (for 3-year LLB courses), or 4th year or above (for 5-year integrated law courses).
- Postgraduate: Law postgraduates are also eligible.
Applicants must demonstrate strong academic credentials and interest in legal research and judicial functioning.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research on cases assigned by Justice K.V. Viswanathan.
- Prepare case briefs that summarize facts, legal arguments, precedents, and judgments.
- Draft legal memos, opinions, and notes to assist the judge in decision-making.
- Attend court proceedings and meetings to observe and take notes.
- Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism throughout the internship.
- Assist in other tasks as directed by the judge or the office staff.
Application Process
Applicants must send an email to applications.hmjkvv@gmail.com with the subject line: Judicial Internship – [Month – Year]
Your application should include the following details:
- Full Name
- Year & Program (e.g., 3rd Year LLB, 2nd Year LLM)
- Name of University/College
- Preferred Internship Month (August 2025, September 2025, etc.)
- City of Current Residence
- Contact Details (Phone Number & Email ID)
- Cover Letter explaining motivation and interest in the internship
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A Writing Sample demonstrating legal research and writing skills
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so please submit your application ideally 5 weeks before the intended start date of the internship. Interviews will be conducted either telephonically or virtually, and confirmations will be communicated 2-4 weeks prior to the internship start date. All applicants will be informed of their internship status.
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