Legal Internship Opportunity at Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), New Delhi: Apply by May 10, 2026
The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), Government of India, is inviting applications for its Internship Programme for women students, scholars, and professionals interested in policy and social welfare. This internship offers an opportunity to gain direct exposure to policy formulation and administrative processes at the national level.
About the Organisation
The Ministry of Women and Child Development is the apex body of the Government of India responsible for the formulation and administration of laws, policies, and programmes related to women and children. The Ministry plays a central role in designing and implementing welfare schemes, conducting research, and addressing critical issues impacting vulnerable populations across the country.
About the Opportunity / Internship
The MWCD Internship Programme is a structured initiative aimed at providing participants with qualitative exposure to policy-making and implementation. Interns will be involved in conducting pilot projects and micro-studies related to ongoing schemes and policy initiatives of the Ministry.
The internship enables participants to engage with real-world issues affecting women and children, allowing them to contribute to research and analysis that may inform policy decisions. Interns will work within the Ministry’s framework, gaining insights into governance, programme implementation, and administrative processes.
This programme is particularly valuable for candidates interested in public policy, governance, social justice, and legal frameworks relating to welfare legislation. It also provides an opportunity to understand how government institutions operate at the highest level.
Eligibility Criteria
Women candidates between the ages of 21 and 40 years are eligible to apply. Applicants must be students, scholars, social activists, teachers, or individuals associated with academic or non-academic institutions. Candidates must be from non-tier I cities or rural areas of India.
Mode
This is an in-office internship based in New Delhi.
Location
This internship is based in New Delhi.
Duration
The duration of the internship is two months. The programme is conducted in four batches: May–June, August–September, November–December, and February–March.
Stipend
The stipend for this internship is ₹20,000 per month, provided as a lump sum.
Important Date / Deadline
The last date to apply for the May–June 2026 batch is May 10, 2026.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted through the official application link provided below.
