Project 39A Internship Opportunity at National Law University Delhi
Project 39A, a formal part of National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi), invites applications for its internship programme. The programme offers students an opportunity to gain meaningful exposure to research and litigation initiatives concerning the criminal justice system in India.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. The current application deadline is 11 November 2026.
About National Law University Delhi
National Law University Delhi is a National Law University in India offering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The University's primary objective is to develop and impart comprehensive, interdisciplinary and socially relevant legal education.
Through education, the University seeks to promote legal and ethical values, foster the rule of law, and advance the objectives enshrined in the Constitution of India.
About Project 39A
Project 39A is a formal part of NLU Delhi and undertakes research and pro bono litigation on issues concerning the criminal justice system in India.
Inspired by Article 39-A of the Constitution of India, the project uses empirical research as an integral part of re-examining the criminal justice system.
Its work aims to trigger new conversations and develop understanding around legal aid, torture, forensics, mental health and criminal law, and the death penalty.
Project 39A is also developing a robust internship programme to provide meaningful exposure to the complexities and nuances of India's criminal justice system.
About the Internship
Selected interns will have the opportunity to contribute to research and litigation initiatives in significant areas of criminal justice and human rights law.
Areas of Work
The internship may involve work in the following areas:
Death Penalty: Litigation and research.
Forensic Science: Particularly DNA forensics.
Legal Aid: Legal aid in the criminal justice system.
Mental Health and Criminal Justice.
Torture.
Eligibility
The internship is open to students in India and other countries who are enrolled in a recognised undergraduate or postgraduate programme in any of the following disciplines:
Law
Humanities and Social Sciences
Management
Media and Communications
Other disciplines, which may be considered on merit.
Location
Project 39A, National Law University Delhi
Sector 14, Dwarka, New Delhi.
Duration
Internships are ordinarily full-time.
The duration ranges from a minimum of 4 weeks to a maximum of 12 weeks.
Applicants must specify their exact proposed internship dates in their applications.
Type of Internship
Both full-time and part-time applications are considered.
However, Project 39A strongly prefers full-time interns. Candidates applying for a part-time internship, if selected, are required to intern for a minimum period of 12 weeks.
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email.
Last Date to Apply
11 November 2026
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should apply through the official Project 39A website:
Application Link: https://www.project39a.com/
Applicants must indicate their exact proposed internship dates in their application.
Important Information
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Full-time applicants are preferred.
Part-time interns must commit to at least 12 weeks.
The internship duration must be between 4 and 12 weeks.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email.