About the Justice R. Mahadevan internship

The Office of Hon’ble Mr. Justice R. Mahadevan, Judge, Supreme Court of India, is inviting applications for a full-time physical internship on a rolling basis up to January 2026. This internship provides law students with an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on experience in legal research, case analysis, and courtroom proceedings at the highest judicial level in the country.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be:

• Law students in their 3rd year or above of a 5-year integrated law program, or
• Law students in their 2nd year or above of a 3-year LL.B. program

Students meeting the above criteria and seeking a practical legal experience in the Supreme Court are strongly encouraged to apply.

Duration and Application Timeline

The internship is offered on a rolling basis until January 2026.
Interested candidates must apply by the 22nd of the month preceding their preferred month of internship.

For instance, applicants wishing to intern in December 2025 must submit their application by November 22, 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will be informed by the 24th of the preceding month, followed by a virtual interview.

Why Apply for This Internship?

This internship provides aspiring legal professionals with:

• Exposure to the inner workings of the Supreme Court of India
• Practical training in legal drafting, research, and judicial decision-making
• Mentorship under one of the country’s most respected judges
• A strong foundation for future careers in litigation, academia, and judicial clerkships

Selection Process

Only shortlisted applicants will receive confirmation and further instructions via email. The shortlisted candidates will undergo a virtual interview before final selection.

Application Procedure

Candidates are required to email their applications to: 📧 lawclerkshmjrmsci@gmail.com

The subject line should read:
“Application for Physical Internship – [Month, Year]”

The body of the email must include:

1. Full Name
2. Year & Program
3. Name of University/College
4. Preferred dates for the internship
5. Contact Details (Phone Number & Email ID)

Applicants must attach their CV and Cover Letter in the same email.

Important Note

All communications and queries regarding the internship must be made only through the official email ID: 📩 lawclerkshmjrmsci@gmail.com