The Office of Augustine George Masih invites applications for a long-term judicial internship at the Supreme Court of India.
About the Office
The Office of Hon’ble Mr. Justice Augustine George Masih functions as part of the judicial research framework supporting adjudication at the Supreme Court of India. Judicial internships at this level provide law students with direct exposure to constitutional interpretation, appellate procedures, and case analysis across diverse areas of law including civil, criminal, and public law litigation.
Working under a sitting judge of the Supreme Court offers interns an opportunity to understand how complex legal questions are examined through precedent-based reasoning, statutory interpretation, and constitutional principles. Such internships help students develop advanced research skills while observing the institutional functioning of India’s highest court.
Exposure to Supreme Court judicial processes significantly strengthens a student’s academic profile and provides valuable insight into litigation strategy, case preparation, and judicial decision-making practices.
This internship programme is particularly suitable for candidates preparing for litigation careers, judicial clerkships, or advanced research in constitutional and appellate law.
About the Internship
The Office of Justice Augustine George Masih is inviting applications for a long-term, full-time physical judicial internship designed to provide structured exposure to Supreme Court practice and judicial research workflows. The internship is intended for students who can commit to extended engagement with court-related assignments and legal research responsibilities.
Although the internship is initially confirmed for one month, extensions up to a minimum total duration of three months may be granted depending on performance and requirements of the office. This structure ensures that selected candidates receive meaningful exposure to judicial work over a sustained period rather than a short observational engagement.
Participants will assist the office in research-based assignments relating to matters listed before the Supreme Court and gain insight into case preparation processes that support judicial deliberation. The internship is particularly valuable for candidates seeking serious engagement with constitutional law, appellate litigation, and judicial reasoning at the national level.
Nature of Work
Selected interns will participate in research-oriented and analytical assignments connected with matters before the Supreme Court. The internship is designed to provide exposure to both procedural and substantive aspects of judicial functioning.
Interns may assist with:
- Legal research on constitutional, civil, and criminal law issues
- Case law analysis relevant to matters listed before the Court
- Preparation of research notes and case summaries
- Assistance in drafting structured legal briefs and internal memoranda
- Compilation of precedents and supporting documentation
- Observation of Supreme Court proceedings
These responsibilities help interns develop advanced analytical skills essential for litigation practice and judicial clerkship opportunities.
Areas of Exposure
Participants selected for the internship may gain exposure to:
- Constitutional law adjudication
- Civil appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court
- Criminal appeals and procedural issues
- Interpretation of statutory frameworks
- Judicial reasoning and precedent evaluation
- Supreme Court litigation procedures
Such exposure provides a strong foundation for students interested in appellate advocacy and constitutional litigation.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Final-year law students are preferred
- Candidates must be available for a full-time physical internship
- Ability to commit to a long-term internship of at least three months
- Demonstrated interest in constitutional law and litigation practice
- Strong legal research and drafting skills
Applications are considered only for long-term internship engagement.
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Duration
Minimum internship duration: Three months
Initial confirmation: One month
Extension: Subject to performance and office requirements
Applicants must indicate their preferred internship months while applying.
Mode of Internship
Mode: Physical and full-time
Selected interns will be required to attend the internship in person at the Supreme Court of India and participate actively in research and documentation assignments.
Stipend
This internship is unpaid.
However, it provides substantial academic and professional exposure to Supreme Court judicial processes and appellate litigation practice.
Who Should Apply
This internship is especially suitable for:
- Final-year law students preparing for litigation careers
- Candidates interested in Supreme Court practice
- Students planning to pursue judicial clerkships
- Applicants focusing on constitutional and appellate law research
- Individuals seeking long-term judicial internship exposure
Participation in a long-term Supreme Court judicial internship significantly enhances professional readiness for advocacy and research-oriented legal careers.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates must apply by email with the required documents mentioned below.
Applicants should submit:
- Updated CV
- Brief cover letter
- Preferred internship months (mentioned in subject line)
Send applications to: internshipshmjagm@gmail.com
Only long-term internship applications will be considered.