If you’re a law student looking for a prestigious internship that offers direct exposure to the inner workings of the highest court in India, here’s your chance. The Office of Hon’ble Justice Aravind Kumar, Supreme Court of India, is inviting applications for a Supreme Court internship for the upcoming cycle from 1 September 2025 to 31 October 2025.
This two-month physical internship is a unique opportunity to observe court proceedings, research on critical legal questions, and understand judicial decision-making from one of the top judicial minds in the country.
Who Can Apply?
Only the most eligible and serious candidates will be considered. As per the official notification:
- Final-year students of a 3-year LL.B. course, and
- Fourth or final-year students of a 5-year B.A. LL.B. (or equivalent) program
are eligible to apply.
This Supreme Court internship is strictly open to students who can commit full-time, in person, for the entire duration from 1 September to 31 October 2025. Applications for shorter durations will not be considered.
Application Details
- Deadline to Apply: 10 August 2025
- Internship Duration: 1 September 2025 – 31 October 2025
- Mode: Offline/Physical (Supreme Court premises, New Delhi)
Interested and eligible students must send their CV via email to:
internship.akj@gmail.com
Make sure the subject line of the email clearly mentions the period you are applying for. Use this exact format to avoid disqualification:
APPLICATION FOR INTERNSHIP FOR PERIOD 1 SEPTEMBER 2025 TO 31 OCTOBER 2025
Selection Process
Due to the high number of applications received for Supreme Court internships, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear back by 17 August 2025, it means your application has not been accepted.
Selections will be based on academic performance, writing and research skills, and demonstrated interest in constitutional and criminal law.
There is no interview process for this internship—shortlisting is entirely application-based.
Why Apply for a Supreme Court Internship?
Interning at the Supreme Court under a sitting judge like Hon’ble Justice Aravind Kumar is a landmark experience in a legal student’s academic journey. Here’s why:
- Judicial Insight: You get to work closely with clerks and legal researchers and observe how judgments are researched and drafted.
- Courtroom Learning: Attending court sessions and understanding the oral arguments made by top lawyers of the country provides unmatched exposure.
- Legal Research & Drafting: Interns are often assigned research questions or asked to summarize case records, which helps in improving legal reasoning and interpretation skills.
- Resume Building: A Supreme Court internship is a prestigious credential recognized across the legal field.
- Mentorship: Although informal, interns often gain invaluable advice and mentorship from law clerks, associates, and sometimes, the judge.
Tips to Strengthen Your Application
If you’re serious about getting this Supreme Court internship, follow these guidelines:
- Tailor Your CV: Highlight relevant coursework (Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Legal Research), internships, moot court experience, publications, or articles.
- Format Your Email Properly: A professional subject line and a crisp body text that states your interest, eligibility, and availability is critical.
- Proofread: Any grammatical error in your CV or email may be grounds for rejection. Treat this application like a job application at a top law firm.
- Stay Available: If shortlisted, respond promptly. Any delay in communication might cost you the opportunity.
Final Reminder
If you’re eligible and passionate about law, don’t miss this opportunity. The Supreme Court internship under Hon’ble Justice Aravind Kumar can set the tone for your legal career. Apply before 10 August 2025, and ensure you meet all the requirements—especially the full-time physical availability for the two-month period.
To Apply:
internship.akj@gmail.com
Deadline: 10 August 2025
Internship Period: 1 September 2025 – 31 October 2025 (Physical only)
For law students looking to learn, grow, and experience the judiciary firsthand—this is your chance.