Internship opportunity for law students at Delhi International Arbitration Centre (DIAC): Applications Open

Internship opportunity for law students at Delhi International Arbitration Centre (DIAC): Applications Open

• DIAC is accepting applications for its Internship Programme. It will provide first-hand, practical experience of the role and functions performed by a leading arbitral institution.
• At DIAC, you will work with a dynamic, multicultural, and professional team of arbitration lawyers on the administration of cases under the DIAC Rules.

Tenure of Engagement

• The maximum period of 4 weeks, which can be extended to 8 weeks.
• However, with prior approval of the coordinator of DIAC, the internship may be for a shorter or longer duration.

Mode

On successful completion of the internship, the intern will be eligible for a certificate from DIAC provided they adhere to the guidelines and have regular attendance at DIAC.

Roles to cater to

• Reading, commenting on and drafting documents related to current arbitration cases.
• Doing research for the preparation of conferences, presentations and publications.
• Assisting the team in its daily case-management tasks; reviewing, analysing and commenting on legal submissions.
• Research tasks for the preparation of conferences, presentations and publications.
• Other projects based on the intern’s interests and background.

Eligibility

• 3rd year of study (or higher) of a 5 year law program OR
• 2nd year of study (or higher) of a 3 year law program OR
• Law student pursuing LLM/pursuing PhD.

Preference will be given to students showing keen interest in or having knowledge and understanding of Arbitration, Mediation and Conciliation.

Rewards

DIAC internships are not remunerated.

NOTE: Applicants should note that DIAC will not cover their cost of travel or any other expenses.

Applying Procedure

Documents required as a part of the internship application:

• A short CV.
• A cover letter/statement of interest describing your objectives and motivation in applying for an
  internship with DIAC.
• Letter of Reference preferably from the University of the applicant.

Applying to the position