Internship Opportunity | Centre for Child Rights | NUSRL Ranchi | Apply by 20th November 2026

Internship Opportunity | Centre for Child Rights | NUSRL Ranchi | Apply by 20th November 2026

Internship Programme on Foster Care by Centre for Child Rights (CCR), NUSRL Ranchi [Offline; December 2026]: Apply by November 20

The Centre for Child Rights (CCR) at the National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi, has announced its December 2026 Internship Programme on the theme “Foster Care.” The internship is designed as an intensive offline, field-based research programme aimed at postgraduate law students interested in child rights, child protection, and public policy.

About NUSRL Ranchi

The National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi was established in 2010 and is one of India’s leading National Law Universities. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes and promotes interdisciplinary legal education, research, and policy engagement.

About the Centre for Child Rights (CCR)

The Centre for Child Rights (CCR) functions under NUSRL Ranchi and serves as a platform for research, capacity-building, policy discussions, and awareness initiatives relating to child rights and child protection. Supported by UNICEF, the Centre works on important issues such as:

• Child Protection
• Juvenile Justice
• Family-Based Care
• Child-Friendly Justice
• Child Marriage
• Aftercare and Rehabilitation

CCR regularly undertakes seminars, workshops, trainings, field studies, and research projects to strengthen child rights governance and policy implementation.

About the Internship

The internship is a one-month offline field-based programme focused exclusively on Foster Care. Selected interns will participate in research activities examining the implementation of foster care mechanisms and child protection systems through direct interaction with stakeholders.

Internship Duration

• 1 December 2026 to 30 December 2026
• Mode: Offline (In-Person)
• Nature: Field-Based Research Internship
• Stipend: Unpaid

Internship Theme

Foster Care

The internship focuses on practical research concerning foster care implementation and the functioning of child protection institutions. Interns will be trained in field research techniques and will work under the supervision of CCR mentors and child rights experts.

Areas of Work

Interns will engage in:

• Field research on the implementation of foster care.
• Interviews with Child Welfare Committee (CWC) members and other stakeholders.
• Documentation of field observations and practices.
• Identification of challenges in foster care implementation.
• Data collection and analysis.
• Preparation of field reports and recommendations.

Field Research Model

Under the programme, each intern will:

• Receive a questionnaire developed by CCR.
• Be allotted a specific district or area for research.
• Conduct interviews with CWC members and other relevant stakeholders.
• Compile responses and observations into a structured field report.
• Present findings and recommendations before mentors.

Selected interns will also undergo an orientation programme covering foster care law, policy frameworks, field research methodology, and ethical standards.

Eligibility Criteria

Applications are invited from:

• LL.M. students (One-Year or Two-Year Programmes)
• Students enrolled in other postgraduate law programmes

Important Note

Students pursuing:

• Five-Year Integrated Law Programmes
• Three-Year LL.B. Programmes

are not eligible to apply.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on:

• Academic performance
• Research experience
• Prior internships (if any)
• Demonstrated interest in child rights and child protection
• Experience in field research
• Responses provided in the application form

Shortlisted candidates may be invited for a brief virtual interaction before final selection.

Internship Task Plan

The internship follows a structured schedule:

1. Orientation and Allotment

Deadline: December 3, 2026

• Orientation completion
• Questionnaire handover
• Area/District allotment

2. Preparatory Research

Deadline: December 7, 2026

• Short note on foster care law and policy

3. Field Research

Duration: December 8–22, 2026

• Interviews with stakeholders
• Data collection

4. Submission of Questionnaires and Notes

Deadline: December 24, 2026

• Completed questionnaires
• Field notes
• Data sheets

5. Draft Report Submission

Deadline: December 27, 2026

• Draft findings and recommendations

6. Final Report and Presentation

Deadline: December 30, 2026

• Final report
• Presentation before mentors

Evaluation Criteria

Interns will be assessed on:

• Quality and originality of research
• Application of legal and policy principles
• Fieldwork performance
• Timely submission of assignments
• Participation in mentoring and feedback sessions
• Professional and ethical conduct

Selected outstanding work may also be considered for publication by CCR.

Certification

Participants who successfully complete all assignments and fulfil participation requirements will receive:

• Internship Certificate
• Letter of Appreciation (for outstanding performance)

Certification is subject to satisfactory completion of assigned tasks and timely submission of reports.

Code of Conduct

Interns must:

• Maintain professionalism during fieldwork.
• Follow research protocols and ethical guidelines.
• Preserve confidentiality of child-related information.
• Submit original work with proper referencing.
• Adhere to deadlines and programme requirements.

CCR has specified that plagiarism or unedited AI-generated content may result in disqualification, while limited AI assistance (up to 10%) may be used for editing, proofreading, or research support.

Application Process

Applicants must:

• Complete the online application form.
• Submit a well-drafted CV highlighting academic achievements, research experience, and previous internships.

Important Date

Last Date to Apply: November 20, 2026 (11:59 PM IST)

Contact Details

Email: ccr.committee@nusrlranchi.ac.in

Ms. Stuti Raj (Student Convenor): +91 7903176406

Mr. Yash S. Mani (Student Co-Convenor): +91 6200065872

The CCR Internship Programme on Foster Care offers postgraduate law students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in child rights research and policy implementation. Through direct field engagement, interaction with Child Welfare Committees, and guided mentorship from experts, participants will develop practical skills in legal research, policy analysis, and child protection advocacy while contributing to meaningful research on foster care systems in India.

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