About Pratham
Pratham Education Foundation (Pratham) is one of the largest education NGOs in India with a record of innovative, rigorously evaluated programs that have inspired similar programs across three continents. With a history spanning 30 years, Pratham’s work today extends from programs for early and elementary years to girls and women, and youth skilling. Through programs covering 25 states and Union Territories, in an average year, Pratham usually reaches over 6 million children and youth. This is achieved through a combination of efforts: directly working with children and youth in communities, as well as through collaborations with state and district-level governments.
Pratham has received notable awards such as the Lui Che Woo Prize, WISE Prize for Innovation, Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship, the Henry R Kravis Prize in Leadership and the CNN-IBN Indian of the Year for Public Service. Pratham also received the 2021 Yidan Prize for Education Development and the Yashraj Bharati Samman in 2025.
For more details, refer to www.pratham.org
Internship Description
We are seeking interns to join our Legal Team. As part of the internship, you will support the team with a variety of legal tasks, including drafting and vetting documents, conducting legal research, and providing opinions on legal matters. The ideal candidate should have a keen interest in legal analysis, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in legal writing and research.
Key Responsibilities
1. Drafting and Vetting
- Creating, reviewing, vetting, and revising legal documents such as contracts, agreements, policies, and process notes to ensure adherence to Pratham’s organisational rules, legal standards, statutory requirements, and regulatory compliance.
- Some documents include:
- Donor Agreements
- Vendor Agreements
- Collaboration Agreements
- Lease Agreements
- Policies and Guidelines
- Forms, Undertakings, Declarations
- Applications
- Process Notes
2. Legal Research
- Conducting research on various legal issues, including but not limited to:
- Labour laws (EPFO, ESIC, maternity benefits, employer-employee matters, contract laws, minimum wages, shops and establishments)
- Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA)
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Data Protection Laws
- Intellectual Property Laws
- Other applicable statutory and regulatory provisions
3. Legal Opinion & Advisory
- Providing legal opinions on technical issues related to Pratham’s operations.
- Analysing Pratham’s legal standing concerning a particular issue, transaction, or action and presenting well-researched recommendations.
Who We Are Looking For
The ideal intern should have a background in law, showcasing strong analytical, research, and legal drafting skills. They should demonstrate attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and excellent organizational and time management skills.
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in law (LLB or LLM).
- Strong research and legal writing skills.
- Familiarity with Indian legal frameworks, particularly contract law, labour laws, and compliance-related matters.
- Proficiency in MS Word and legal research databases.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Passionate about using legal expertise for social impact.
Duration and Location
This will be an onsite internship in Delhi for a duration of 1–2 months, with the possibility of extension.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants are requested to fill out the Google Form shared below to apply for the position of ‘Internship – Legal Team’: https://forms.gle/bgUZk4KYzR3Qgmxy8
Perks
- Certificate of Internship
- Letter of Recommendation
Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual responses to every applicant. We will reach out only to shortlisted candidates. We appreciate your understanding and patience.
