Join PRAN’s Virtual Internship Programme: Research, Rights & Public Impact Across India
By Adv. Amarjeet Singh, Founder & Executive Director, PRAN – Policy Research Action Network Foundation
Every year, thousands of law students and policy researchers complete internships where they summarise judgments, observe proceedings from a distance, and wait for work to find them. When it ends, they have a certificate — and little else to show for it.
PRAN’s internship is built on a different premise entirely.
Here, you will contribute to a live PIL before the Supreme Court of India. You will write a legal explainer that reaches thousands of citizens who have nowhere else to turn. You will research a policy gap that could become a law. You will author a bylined article on India’s most pressing rights issues — with your name on it.
That is not a promise. That is what our interns actually do.
What You Will Actually Walk Away With
This is the question every serious candidate should ask — and we answer it directly.
Certificate of Completion — How It Works
PRAN is a registered Section 8 non-profit sustained entirely by voluntary contributions and public interest work. We keep this programme accessible and non-commercial. The certificate policy reflects that commitment.
🎍 Two Conditions for a Certificate
✓ Condition 1: Satisfactory completion of all assigned tasks within your chosen thematic cell.
✓ Condition 2: A voluntary contribution of ₹3,000 as a donation to PRAN Foundation (80G tax-deductible).
If you wish to complete the internship without a certificate, there is no financial contribution required. The learning, the published work, and the network access remain fully available regardless.
The donation sustains PRAN’s public interest research ecosystem — covering hosting, publication, campaign infrastructure, and the Legal Aid Network that serves citizens who cannot afford representation.
Receipts issued under 80G approval. Donors receive a formal acknowledgement letter from PRAN Foundation.
Where You Will Work: Seven Thematic Cells
Interns contribute to one or more of PRAN’s active thematic divisions based on their background, interests, and expertise.
| Cell | Focus Area | Key Themes |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Consumer Rights & Financial Justice | Insurance, Banking, E-Commerce, Digital Fraud |
| 02 | Labour Rights & Livelihood | Labour Codes, Gig Economy, Informal Sector |
| 03 | Governance & Public Accountability | RTI Research, Policy Tracking, Regulatory Analysis |
| 04 | Digital Rights & Cyber Governance | DPDP Act, AI Governance, Cyber Law |
| 05 | Public Health & Safety | Road Safety, Tobacco Control, Health Policy |
| 06 | Women, Youth & Rural Empowerment | Access to Justice, Youth Leadership, Grassroots Engagement |
| 07 | Research, Writing & Publications Wing | Blog Articles, Legal Explainers, LinkedIn Content |
Who Should Apply
Open to students and young professionals across India — without institutional hierarchy or geographic restriction. Applications are welcome regardless of whether you attend an NLU or a state university.
- Law students — NLUs, central, state & private institutions
- Public policy and governance students
- Social science, political science, and economics researchers
- Digital rights, cybersecurity, and technology law students
- Journalism, communication, and public writing students
- Young professionals interested in evidence-based advocacy
| Mode | Fully Virtual / Remote |
| Duration | 4 to 12 Weeks (Flexible) |
| Schedule | Output-Based, Not Attendance |
| Admissions | Rolling — All Year Round |
How to Apply
The process is straightforward. Send the following to pranfoundationindia@gmail.com:
Application Checklist
- Your updated CV or resume
- A short statement of interest — which cell you wish to contribute to, and why
- Your preferred duration and approximate start date
- A writing sample (optional but strongly encouraged)
Subject line:
Application for PRAN Virtual Internship Programme
India needs citizens who understand its institutions deeply enough to hold them accountable. PRAN’s internship is for those who want to be part of that work — not just observe it.
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