Internship at DIAC 2026

The Delhi International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), New Delhi, offers a prestigious and highly structured 4-week Law/Legal internship program in 2026 for law students and young researchers aspiring to build a strong foundation in arbitration, mediation, and conciliation. With practical exposure, professional mentorship, and institutional learning, the DIAC internship is one of the most sought-after opportunities for law students across India.

Key Features of the DIAC Internship

📌 Structured 4-Week Programme (Extendable to 8 Weeks)

Interns undergo a systematic and curated training module focused on developing a comprehensive understanding of institutional arbitration.

📌 Hands-On Learning Experience

Participants gain:

• Exposure to case management
• Practical insight into research and drafting
• Understanding of institutional procedures and processes

📌 Mentorship & Guidance

Interns are supervised and guided by experienced arbitration professionals during the entire programme.

📌 Certificate of Completion

A DIAC-issued certificate is awarded to all interns who successfully complete the internship period and assigned tasks.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet one of the following academic qualifications:

• 3rd year or above in a 5-year Integrated Law Programme
• 2nd year or above in a 3-year LL.B. Programme
• LL.M. or Ph.D. students with a demonstrated interest in arbitration, mediation, or conciliation

Application Process

Timeline

Applications must be submitted at least one month before the intended internship start date.
Example: For the December batch, applications must reach DIAC on or before 1st November.

Submission Email

Send your complete application to the DIAC Selection Committee at: 👉 internship@diac.ind.in

Documents to Include

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. Cover Letter / Statement of Interest
   1. Explain your goals, interests, and reasons for choosing DIAC
3. Letter of Reference
   1. Preferably issued by your university or institution

Selection Process

Evaluation

All applications submitted within the prescribed timeline are evaluated by the DIAC Secretariat under the supervision of the Coordinator, DIAC.
Evaluation is based on a structured rubric assessing:

• Academic profile (CV)
• Quality of Statement of Interest
• Strength of Letter of Reference

Confirmation of Internship

• Only 20 interns are selected per 4-week cycle
• Intake may be increased at the discretion of the Coordinator
• Selected applicants are notified via email
• Final confirmation follows a first-come, first-served acceptance order