About the Organization
Think India is a legal research and advocacy platform that facilitates internships and research collaborations with leading academics and practitioners. The assignment is supervised by Prof. (Dr.) Bimal N. Patel, Member-Designate of the United Nations International Law Commission.
Type / Nature of Opportunity
Remote Research Assistantship / Internship in International Law
Eligibility Criteria
- Students in the 3rd year or above of a five-year integrated law degree, or final-year students of a three-year law degree.
- Prior study of Public International Law is required.
Areas of Work / Key Responsibilities
- Conduct background research on topics under consideration by the International Law Commission.
- Engage with research propositions related to international law.
- Produce concise written outputs and support academic research tasks as assigned.
Mode of Work
Remote
Duration and Timelines
- Preferred duration: 3 months, extendable based on mutual agreement and performance.
- Last date to apply: 12 December 2025.
- Interview date: 14 December 2025.
Stipend / Perks
- Not specified.
- Exceptional interns may have the opportunity to attend an ILC session in Geneva in person. Travel and attendance will be at the candidate’s own expense and subject to feasibility.
Application Process
Applicants must email the following documents to office.vidhiilc@gmail.com:
- Resume not exceeding two pages, saved as Name_CV.
- Writing sample not exceeding 500 words on the topic: “Non-legally binding international agreements and due diligence”, saved as Name_WS.
Use a clear subject line and ensure attachments are correctly titled.
1Selection Procedure
- Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on or around 14 December 2025.
Contact Information
For queries and submission: office.vidhiilc@gmail.com
Important Notes / Additional Information
- Immediate attention to the deadline is advised due to the short application window.
- Candidates offered the assistantship will be expected to adhere to research timelines and maintain professional confidentiality.
