Internship curriculum in law schools suggest that students intern in NGOs as an introductory phase. However, it is often difficult to apply and secure such internships. In this article, YLCC brings you some of the top NGOs where law student can intern. Read on!
1. Child Rights And You
About the Organisation
Child Rights and You, commonly abbreviated as CRY, is an Indian non-governmental organization, which aims to restore children’s rights. The organization was founded in 1979.
Location: Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore
How To Apply
One has to write an email your CV and cover letter.to
vol.mum@crymail.org (Mumbai office)
vol.kol@crymail.org (Kolkata office)
vol.blr@crymail.org (Bangalore office)
vol.del@crymail.org (Delhi office)
2. Hope Foundation
About the Organisation
Hope Foundation is a non-profit organization that makes unremitting efforts for various public welfare undertakings, dedicated to protecting children in the streets and slums of Kolkata, as well as some of the most vulnerable children in India. Promote the development of skills useful to humans. Teamwork requires us to treat everyone with humility and not lose patience. It is a quality that can only be learned through time by working with people who work together.
Location: Kolkata
How To Apply
Send your CV and SOP at volunteers@hope-foundation.in with the subject: Internship Application. They will get back to you within 48 hours and in most cases will accept anyone who is willing to donate a small amount towards their organization.
3. CINI (Child in Need Institute)
About the Organisation
CINI (Child in Need Institute) is an Indian non-government organisation (NGO), regarded as one of the most influential institutions working for poor children in India. Over more than four decades, they have been partnering with central and state government, national and international donors, non-government organisations and local communities to strengthen the capacity of deprived children and women to improve their health, nutrition, education and protection conditions. CINI is a registered non-profit non-government organisation (NGO) registered under the Societies Registration Act in India which work with over 1900 Indian professionals.
Location: Kolkata
How To Apply
Interested candidates can apply by sending a letter of intimation from their concerned institutions to the Director of CINI stating the purpose and duration of the proposed internship at least one month in advance. The CV of the students / researchers is also required to be attached with the letter. The confirmation of proposed internship / research work would be sent after reviewing the documents.
4. People’s Union For Civil Liberties
About The Organisation
PUCL is the largest human rights organisation in the country, striving to defend civil liberties and human rights of all members of society.
Ever since 1980, the organisation has been expanding its membership and has established branches in all most all the states of India. Some of them have been good at mobilising public opinion through public demonstrations, while others have more successfully pursued public interest litigation in the courts. Their area of interest varies according to the interests and capacities of the elected office bearers and active members.
Location: Delhi
How To Apply
Send a mail with your CV to pucldelhi@gmail.com. On selection you have to pay a registration fees of 1000/- INR.
5. Human Rights Law Network (HRLN)
About The Organisation
Socio Legal Information Centre (SLIC) as a registered Society and Trust has established a division called the Human Rights Law Network (HRLN) to partner with coalitions and social movements in India for providing free legal aid and legal literacy programmes throughout India. This coalition comprises of NGOs, social movements, academics, students, activists, researchers, judges and lawyers in 24 states in India, dedicated to the use of the legal system to advance human rights, struggle against violations, and ensure access to justice for all.
Location: Multiple States
How To Apply
You have to apply online. The website is HERE. The application form can be downloaded from HERE.
6. Kailash Satyarthi Children’s Foundation (KSCF)
About The Organisation
The Kailash Satyarthi Children’s Foundation (KSCF) was established in 2004 under the leadership of Nobel Peace Laureate, Kailash Satyarthi to create a world which is worth living in for a child. A world where every child is free, lives a life of dignity, has access to health and education, and the opportunity to realize her or his potential. The goal of the foundation is to end all violence against and exploitation of children by ensuring child protection through innovations, research, awareness generation, promoting partnerships and participation.
Location: Delhi
How To Apply
The process to apply at KSCF is via email. One may mail one’s CV and letter of recommendation at basu.rai@bba.org.in. They will further communicate to you via mail or phone.
7. Salaam Bombay Foundation
About The Organisation
Salaam Bombay Foundation was started in 2002 to focus on adolescents in Mumbai’s slums. Salaam Bombay Foundation supports such at risk adolescents by engaging them through in secondary schools leadership and after secondary schools sports, arts and media programmes. Vocational skills development prepares them for future sustainable careers.
Location: Mumbai
How To Apply
Email your CV and a recommendation letter from your college to info@salaambombay.org or salome.savel@salaambombay.org It is better to apply at least a month or two before you commence your internship. Once your CV is accepted you will be called for a short interview at their office. If you don’t live in Mumbai you can request for a telephonic interview.
YLCC would like to thank Sachet Labroo for his valuable insights in this article.
