Internship FAQs for Law Students

Telugu students doing LLB have too much confusion on how to proceed with their law career in advocacy.

As someone who has done 3 internships myself and having spoken to 100s of law students through my work at 1516, I believe that I can answer a plethora of questions which can clear up questions for LLB students in AP and TG.

I am not going to mince words here, I will tell it as it is. The first thing law students need is the Facts.

These FAQs are for Interns, not for Junior Advocates. There is a difference.

Table of Contents

1. Who is an intern? Who is a junior?
2. Do I really need a bike to get an internship?
3. Is a laptop really mandatory, or can I manage with my phone?
4. Will any office actually pay me a stipend?
5. How late do interns really work?
6. What exactly will I do in my first month?
7. Can I manage without knowing Telugu?
8. How do I choose which lawyer to intern under?
9. Is it true that there’s nothing to learn at the High Court?
10. Can I make money as a law student?
11. Why do so many interns quit within a month?
12. How strict is confidentiality?
13. How do reimbursements usually work?
14. Can I post about my internship online?
15. Why do lawyers ask for interns with both “bike and laptop”?
16. What does a “good day” as an intern look like?
17. Is it possible to balance college and internship?
18. What kind of seniors should I avoid?
19. How do I know I’m improving?
20. What’s the one piece of advice seniors never tell you directly?
21. How do I survive financially if every internship is unpaid?
22. What are the biggest mistakes interns make in the first week?
23. Should I aim for a big firm or a single advocate’s chamber first?
24. What kind of dress code should I follow as an intern?
25. How do I make a good impression without acting fake?
26. How should I handle criticism from seniors?
27. What do seniors expect when they say “do research”?
28. Can I bring my own client to my senior’s office?
29. Can interns accompany lawyers to client meetings?
30. Is it okay to ask for a certificate before leaving?
31. What happens if I make a blunder in court work?
32. How do I handle being sent on errands constantly?
33. Should I carry my own legal books to the office?
34. How do I ask for feedback without annoying my senior?
35. Can I take internships back-to-back without a break?
36. What happens after one full year of steady internships?
37. Why do an internship?
38. What is the difference between internship and practicing as a junior?
39. What can I learn in the internship?
40. Who can provide internships?
41. Who is eligible to take an intern?
42. Which are the best types of internships for law students in AP & TG?
43. How do I choose a good internship?
44. How long should one internship last?
45. Can I do multiple internships one after another?
46. What are signs of a bad internship?
47. What happens after internships end?
48. How to find internships?
    • a) Emailing Law Offices
    • b) Leverage Your College Alumni Network
    • c) Talk to Your Faculty and Principal
    • d) Ask Your Classmates and Peers
    • e) Attend Legal Events and Seminars
    • f) My Own Internship Path
    • g) Key Takeaways

1. Who is an intern? Who is a junior?

An intern is a law student who is presently pursuing LLB. He has not passed the bar exam (AIBE) and does not have a license to practice law.

A junior is a practicing advocate, he has passed the LLB course and has enrolled in the bar and has either passed AIBE or is waiting to write it and pass it in the next attempt. They are working with a senior so that they can learn the ropes of how to go about the legal profession so that they can eventually establish their own practice.

2. Do I really need a bike to get an internship?

Almost every lawyer in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh expects interns to move fast between court, registry, and office. Courts aren’t walkable. Metro won’t reach half the places you’ll be sent.

Without a bike, you’ll miss half the errands. Seniors know this, so they quietly filter candidates who can’t move freely. You don’t need a fancy one — even a used scooter does the job. Fuel costs about ₹2,000 a month; Rapido will cost twice that. If you don’t have a bike, start small: share rides with classmates, stick to chambers near your home, or take research-based work till you can afford one.

But be clear — in this field, mobility equals opportunity. If they say come at 8am, you don't say "I don't have scooter, I cannot come.", you borrow a bike and show up on time.

3. Is a laptop really mandatory, or can I manage with my phone?

Phones are for calls, not for drafting. Every serious task — petitions, affidavits, caveats, research — needs typing, formatting, merging PDFs.

No lawyer will provide you an office computer except in rare cases.

Most don't even have a separate computer apart from their own. If you come with your own laptop, they treat you as an asset; without it, you become an errand runner.

You will be limited to clerical work which is not what you want.

Buy a decent one (₹45k–₹55k, i5/Ryzen 5, SSD). Think of it as your first professional tool, like a stethoscope for a doctor.

Borrow if you must, but don’t delay. The difference between interns who learn and those who just “watch” is usually one word — laptop.

4. Will any office actually pay me a stipend?

Almost never. At least not in the Telugu states.

Local law offices rarely budget for interns; they consider your presence part of your own training. Some even believe “we’re spending time teaching you; that itself is payment.”

You may occasionally get ₹500 – ₹1,000 for errands or travel, but don’t expect it. Even big chambers often don’t pay unless you stay for several months and start handling drafting independently.

So build a survival fund for fuel, lunch, and printing. It’s frustrating, yes — but that’s the ground reality. Think of the first few internships as paying your fees to the profession, not the other way around it especially if you want to make it work in litigation.

Of course, all smart law students and interns know that they can make good money of 20k or more in a couple of months once they understand the tricks. I cannot cover these here, but you will understand these tricks once you get into a law office and understand how little the outside world knows about the system.

5. How late do interns really work?

Expect to stay till 9 or 10 p.m. on most days. Courts end at 5, but drafting starts after that. Cause lists show up after 6:30pm usually. Affidavits, annexures, pagination, photocopying — all begin when the crowd leaves.

If you finish at 6 p.m. and run home, you’ll miss where the real work happens.

This is one disadvantage I have seen for women. Most of the advocates are relaxed after 8pm, if he's male, women may find it inconvenient to stay late.

I have noticed that most of the candid conversations often happen after 8pm.

I don't know the solution to this, if you have any ideas about improving opportunities for female law students and junior advocates, send me an email.

Saturday and Sunday are working for law offices. Half day on Saturday and Half day on Sunday. Depending on your office, you may get Sunday off in certain cases, remember that your boss is probably coming in to work on Sunday.

Work-life balance is a myth in litigation.

6. What exactly will I do in my first month?

Forget “case arguments” — you’ll start with movement and paperwork.
First week: download cause lists, follow the clerk, learn certified-copy applications, numbering, and where each counter is.
Second week: help label annexures and index bundles.
Third week: learn to file caveats, vakalatnamas, and affidavits.
Fourth week: attempt your first draft — a simple notice or reply under supervision.

If you can do these four weeks properly, you’ll know more than most final-year students who’ve never stepped into a registry.

This depends on your own senior, each senior has his own way of teaching and you may or may not get to do these things. Trust the process your senior is putting you through. Do what the senior says. If you do not trust what he says, change your office.

7. Can I manage without knowing Telugu?

No. Telugu is the working language in district courts. Petitions may be in English, but clients, police, and clerks all speak Telugu.

Even if you can’t write perfectly, you must speak and understand. Otherwise you’ll depend on others for every conversation. This won't work.

Start reading small documents — sale deeds, FIRs, notices — aloud to pick up legal vocabulary. The goal isn’t grammar; it’s fluency in field talk. Without it, you’ll always be an outsider. This won't help you one bit.

8. How do I choose which lawyer to intern under?

Choose experience over flash.

Go for someone with 10 years + standing at the Bar who still attends court daily.

Avoid new lawyers taking interns just to look “senior.” They can’t guide you because they’re still learning themselves.

Ask what kind of work they do — civil, criminal, writs, family, revenue — and match it with your curiosity.

Observe how they treat staff and clients in the first meeting. If there’s basic respect, stay. If it feels toxic on day one, walk out politely.

Your senior should have time to teach you, don't join a big firm only because of the brand. The senior must carve out time to ensure the interns learn. One good senior teaches more than ten random internships.

9. Is it true that there’s nothing to learn at the High Court?

For beginners — yes.

High Court looks glamorous but it’s procedural and fast; you’ll only watch seniors mention cases. You won’t understand drafting or filings because clerks do most of it.

Real learning happens in Junior Civil Judge and Magistrate courts — that’s where cases start, evidence is filed, and you see law being applied. All senior lawyers suggest spending at least 1-2 years in district judiciary before moving up to appellate judiciary.

Once you can manage an entire file from start to finish there, then move to High Court to see how appeals are built on that base.

10. Can I make money as a law student?

After a few months of active internships, you can start earning small amounts:

• Filing work: ₹3,000 per file; profit around ₹1,000 once you know the process. This takes some time and effort but can be done.
• Drafting simple petitions or notices: ₹500 – ₹1,000 each. Someone will come to you if you are seen in the courts and they will give you an opportunity.
• Client sourcing: standard informal split — 80 % to senior, 20 % to you. - This is a standard practice though I am not sure of the legality of this.

If you have some skill, you will definitely make money. No doubt about it.
You just need to be seen in uniform for law students (no collar or robes).

When you learn to create value for people, you will make good money.

11. Why do so many interns quit within a month?

Because they come expecting comfort — like a college project — and find a grind instead.

They realise there’s no stipend, no AC, no glamour. They’re told to stand in line for certified copies or wait five hours for a listing. That shocks them.

But if you stay past the first month, things click. You start recognising faces, knowing counters, understanding what “ready” really means in court.

Opportunities also take time to show up.

That’s when real confidence begins. Most people never reach that stage because they walk away too soon.

12. How strict is confidentiality?

Total. Every file you see is client-privileged.

Never discuss cases outside the office — not even with friends or family.

No photos of documents, no screenshots of judgments you’re handling, and absolutely no social-media posts unless your senior approves.

One careless act can destroy your credibility across the legal fraternity.

You can say "I am dealing with some land dispute case in Maheshwaram mandal" but you cannot say "I am dealing with a case of a land in Kukatpally owned by Mr Ramesh Yerra".

13. How do reimbursements usually work?

Simple rule: if they send you somewhere for their work, they’ll pay travel or filing expenses.

If you’re just coming to the office and going home, that’s on you.

Keep small receipts when you travel for them; hand them in at day’s end without demanding.

You can get some money for full-tanks once or twice a month, that is it. Don't expect more.

14. Can I post about my internship online?

Yes, but carefully.

You can share that you’re learning — e.g., “Spent the day understanding certified-copy process” — but blur all names and details.

Never mention client names, case numbers, or ongoing matters.
Some seniors don’t like interns posting at all; respect that.

Think of every post as public testimony about your discretion. One careless caption can undo months of trust.

Cases are public information, anyone can see them. So, there is nothing to hide per say. However, what you do is private. The strategy your office is taking is confidential. This is a fine line that needs to be balanced.

15. Why do lawyers ask for interns with both “bike and laptop”?

Because that combination signals independence.

With a bike, you can go anywhere without being escorted.

With a laptop, you can complete a draft.

It tells the senior: this student can move, write, and deliver.

Those two items make you useful from day one. Everything else — knowledge, confidence, style — you’ll be trained inside the office.

16. What does a “good day” as an intern look like?

If you leave for home feeling exhausted and tired, that is a good day. Typically, you will remember these as the fun days after you make it big.

17. Is it possible to balance college and internship?

Yes, you can go to college in the morning and join at the internship after college hours.

If you are so busy with studies that you cannot go to internship, maybe you are from some different planet.

18. What kind of seniors should I avoid?

The place where you do not learn anything. Finding a good senior is not a science, it is an art.

A good senior usually already has a decent number of interns/juniors and they are hesitant to take on new ones. The ones who need more people are not the kind that offer too much value.

Out of every 50 students who ask a lawyer for an internship, around 30 are told to “start from tomorrow.” The lawyer already knows that even 25 won't actually show up. Within those, about 15 will come only for the internship certificate their college requires. That leaves roughly 10 who genuinely want to learn — and even among them, only 3 or 4 will last beyond a week.

If you want to stand out, be in that rare 3 or 4. For the first two or three days, no one will even notice you — they’ve seen too many faces come and go. But by the fourth or fifth day, when they see you still showing up, taking notes, asking smart questions, that’s when you start getting real work, guidance, and opportunities.

19. How do I know I’m improving?

When you stop asking where the filing counter is.

When you can number pages correctly without help.

When your senior’s red marks on your draft reduce.

When court clerks start recognising you by face.

Those are your milestones. Keep a small logbook — tasks done, mistakes made, lessons learned. That notebook will become your real internship certificate.

20. What’s the one piece of advice seniors never tell you directly?

That law rewards endurance, not brilliance.

Hundreds of smart students quit because the first few months felt “too small.” The ones who stay, learn, and adapt become the real lawyers.

Your first task may look petty — getting a seal or carrying files — but every senior started exactly there.

Treat every errand as training. The system is slow, but it respects consistency.
Show up, stay humble, and keep improving — that’s the secret nobody writes in books.

21. How do I survive financially if every internship is unpaid?

You must keep your expenses low. Invest in yourself. Ask your family for money. There is no other way. In the initial days as a baby in the legal profession, you cannot expect much in terms of income. Just like a baby in the real world, you need support.

If possible, ask your seniors if they can provide accommodation or food or anything that may help. Some of them are happy to do this, some are shocked when you ask them this question.

You have no choice, you must go through this process and come out victorious in the end. This is a rite of passage which every young first generation lawyer has to go through.

22. What are the biggest mistakes interns make in the first week?

Three things:

1. Arriving late.
2. Using the phone constantly.
3. Acting overconfident instead of observant.
   Don’t rush to show you “know law.” Nobody cares about your sections; they care about your discipline. The best first week is quiet, alert, and humble. Watch the flow of work before trying to fit into it.

23. Should I aim for a big firm or a single advocate’s chamber first?

This is my personal view.

Start small. In small chambers, you’ll touch real files. In large firms, you’ll touch Excel sheets.

Big firms teach systems, but small offices teach the law’s smell, weight, and mess.

Small firm means anything less than 5 partners which is 99% of firms in AP/TG.

If you join a big firm, you are often unfit for your own practice after you finish there. You cannot replicate exactly what they do and you will become complacent.

If you start with a small firm, they have simple processes that you can also start yourself. This helps.

Once you learn the process end-to-end — from affidavit to filing to listing — you can survive anywhere.

This decision is a personal one. Some people prefer going to a big firm with comforts, some prefer small firms/solo law practitioners. This must be decided by you, yourself.

In Telugu states, we do not have many large firms with the exception of some in Hyderabad. This means you have opportunities in many small firms which can supercharge your career.

24. What kind of dress code should I follow as an intern?

Law students can wear white shirts, black blazers and black trousers with black shoes. This is the standard for law students and interns.

In your office, you can wear formals. Uniform is the best because it saves time about thinking of what to wear, of course, if your office has some different rules, please follow them.

25. How do I make a good impression without acting fake?

By taking small ownership.

If someone says “Get certified copies,” you ask, “How many? By today?” — and then actually do it.

If you don’t know something, say, “I’ll check and confirm.”

Don’t flatter; deliver.

Law offices remember the intern who finishes tasks without being reminded twice.

That is professional gold.

26. How should I handle criticism from seniors?

Never argue.

If they shout, let them finish. Then fix the mistake and quietly show the correction.
If you defend yourself mid-way, it looks like ego. If you fix it fast, it looks like growth.

Litigation is pressure-cooked — seniors vent because time is short, not because they hate you.

If you can learn under pressure, you’ll survive any courtroom.

27. What do seniors expect when they say “do research”?

They mean: find cases that help our argument, not random judgments.

Use reliable sources — indiankanoon, SCC, Manupatra (if access). Read the actual judgment, not a summary.

Summarise in one page: case name, citation, what it held, and why it’s relevant with para numbers.

Never dump twenty cases; send two that fit perfectly with the exact lines that you want the person to read.

Good research means fewer words, sharper reasoning.

28. Can I bring my own client to my senior’s office?

Yes, and it’s common practice.

If you bring a client, inform your senior before committing anything. They’ll handle filing, drafting, and arguments.

You usually get 20% of the fee as referral — it’s understood, though not written anywhere.

But never promise results to clients or quote fees without permission. You’re still learning — focus on building trust, not chasing commissions.

29. Can interns accompany lawyers to client meetings?

Usually yes, if the client agrees.

Sit quietly, take notes, and don’t interrupt.

Never reveal your opinions unless directly asked.

Clients notice discipline more than words.

After the meeting, seniors often discuss strategy — that’s where the learning happens.

Listen more than you speak; every word costs in practice.

30. Is it okay to ask for a certificate before leaving?

Absolutely.

You can and will get it.

31. What happens if I make a blunder in court work?

Own it immediately.

If you misfiled, misplaced, or mislabelled something, tell your senior at once.

Covering up kills trust.

Everyone makes mistakes — what matters is recovery.

If you can fix it same day, do it. If not, write down how you’ll prevent it next time.

Transparency is your only protection.

These mistakes can usually be fixed if you tell the right people in time.

32. How do I handle being sent on errands constantly?

Errands are your entry ticket.

Fetching files or xeroxing may feel small, but it teaches the system’s rhythm — counters, clerks, receipts.

Once seniors see you handle errands without complaint, they’ll trust you with drafting.

Every lawyer starts by carrying someone else’s files; you’re walking the same path.

33. Should I carry my own legal books to the office?

Keep digital copies, not physical books.

Carry one bare act book for quick references if you'd like.

Offices have books, but you must know how to find sections fast.

If you show you can locate and summarise a section without delay, seniors start trusting your legal sense.

34. How do I ask for feedback without annoying my senior?

Wait for calm moments — after work or before leaving. This usually happens in the evenings.

Say, “Sir, may I know how I can improve my drafting or research?”

Keep a small notebook; note every point quietly. I took notes in computer. I listen when they tell me and note it down afterwards but I always note it down.

Never defend yourself; just apply the advice next time.

When seniors see you act on feedback, they automatically give more — that’s mentorship earned.

35. Can I take internships back-to-back without a break?

Yes, and it’s good practice.

Each office teaches something new. Especially in the early days. This is a good sampling period.

But don’t chase quantity for your CV. Stay long enough to finish real work — at least one full case cycle.

Better one strong internship with visible growth than five short ones that taught nothing.

36. What happens after one full year of steady internships?

You stop feeling like a student.

You walk into court knowing where to go, how to file, and how to talk.

You can draft a petition, assist a senior, and handle errands without panic.

You will gain immense confidence.

That’s when the profession starts recognising you as a junior, not an intern.

People start asking you legal questions.

The first year doesn’t make you rich — it makes you real.

And once you become real, money, respect, and opportunities all start following naturally.

When you graduate, you are ready to do cases on your own without depending on people. You will also have some clients send you some small work which they know you can do.

37. Why do an internship?

Because law is not a subject you can learn only through books. College teaches you theory, but courts teach you how that theory actually works in real life.
Internships help you:

• See how cases move from filing to final hearing.
• Learn how affidavits, petitions, and notices are actually drafted.
• Watch how lawyers handle clients, court staff, and judges.
• Build contacts that will help you later when you start your own practice.
  Without internships, you graduate with a degree but no clue what to do in court the next day.

38. What is the difference between internship and practicing as a junior?

Internship is the training ground; junior practice is real battle.

39. What can I learn in the internship?

You can learn nearly everything that forms the base of a legal career:

• Legal Research: Using Indian Kanoon, SCC, Manupatra etc.
• Filing Procedures: Numbering, CCs, caveats, affidavits.
• Drafting: Short notices, affidavits, written statements.
• Registry Practice: How documents move and what gets objected.
• Client Interaction: How facts are collected and cases are explained.
• Court Etiquette: How to address judges, handle files, and mention matters.
• Professional Discipline: Punctuality, documentation, confidentiality, and respect in chambers.

Every internship builds one part of this puzzle. The more varied your internships, the more complete your picture of law practice becomes.

40. Who can provide internships?

Any advocate or law office actively engaged in practice can provide internships.
Most commonly:

• Advocates with individual chambers (Civil/Criminal/Family/Revenue).
• Law firms (Litigation, Corporate, or Hybrid).
• Government Pleader offices.
• Legal Aid Cells and NGOs.
• Courts through Judge’s chambers (rare, mostly observation-based).

41. Who is eligible to take an intern?

Any advocate enrolled with a State Bar Council is eligible to take an intern. There is no minimum experience required under law.

However, as a student, you must apply practical sense — prefer advocates with at least 10 years’ standing.

Someone who started practice only recently will still be learning themselves and may not have the structure to train you properly. Ideally, many interns should have passed through that office.

42. Which are the best types of internships for law students in AP & TG?

The best internships are not defined by name but by exposure. You should cover these types at least once:

1. Civil Practice Chamber – Learn suits, injunctions, and execution petitions.
2. Criminal Practice Chamber – Learn FIR, bail, charge sheet, and trial flow.
3. Family Court Practice – Observe counselling, maintenance, divorce petitions.
4. Revenue & Property Law – Study mutations, registration, and land disputes.
5. Writ Practice (High Court) – Watch urgency, drafting precision, and interim reliefs.
6. Government Pleader’s Office – Bulk filings, cause lists, process efficiency.

Does it sound like too much? The answer is NO. There are students at NALSAR type places that are doing each and every one of these. They also get opportunities in Supreme Court and High Court to intern under the judges. You must max out all your options.

If you complete all six types during LLB, you will know which area suits you most.

43. How do I choose a good internship?

Choose based on learning value, not brand name.

1. Senior with 10+ years’ practice.
2. Handles real cases in court regularly.
3. Allows interns to touch files, not just sit idle.
4. Treats staff and clients with basic respect.
5. Gives you process work (filing, pagination, drafting).

It is best to find some one who is already working there or has already worked there and ask them what they learned during their time in the internship. That would tell you about the inside scoop of the office.

44. How long should one internship last?

Ideally 6–8 weeks minimum in one office. Anything shorter won’t let you see the full case cycle.

If your college schedule allows, stay longer. The more you stay, the more work they trust you with.

One full year of consistent internships will give you enough experience to operate confidently as a junior after graduation.

45. Can I do multiple internships one after another?

Yes — and you should.
Each office teaches a different part of the profession. Start small and move up:

1. Civil Court chamber
2. Criminal Court chamber
3. Writ practice at High Court
4. One niche field (Family, Consumer, RERA, etc.)

Back-to-back internships build adaptability and help you decide which area you like most.

46. What are signs of a bad internship?

• You only run errands or get tea.
• Senior never explains the “why” behind tasks.
• No exposure to filings or drafting.
• No clear work hours or respect for your time.
• You’re treated like a clerk, not a learner.

If these continue beyond the first week, leave politely. Your time is valuable — don’t waste it watching nothing.

47. What happens after internships end?

If you performed well, most seniors will give you:

• A certificate,
• A recommendation for future internships, and
• Sometimes a standing offer to join as a junior later once you finish LLB.

That’s how careers start — through reputation built in internships.

48. How to find internships?

This is the question on every law student’s mind — How do I get an internship? Who will take me under their wing? I’m a first-generation lawyer, where do I even begin?

This question is placed last because by now, you already know the realities of internships — no stipend, long hours, learning through observation, and the importance of consistency. Once you’ve accepted that, here’s the practical roadmap.

a) Emailing Law Offices

Most Telugu law students do not email. That’s your advantage.
Find law office email IDs — they are often publicly available through:

• Bar Council rolls (for Telangana & Andhra Pradesh)
• Court cause lists (advocates’ names and emails are listed there)

Write a clear, respectful email introducing yourself:

“Dear Sir/Madam,
I’m [Your Name], currently studying [Year and Course] at [College Name].
I’m interested in interning with you to learn practical litigation work.
I will be available from [dates]. I can assist in filings, research, and drafting. My resume is enclosed.
Thank you for considering my request.”

If they don’t reply, send a polite follow-up after 3 days.
Advocates do read their emails daily — many will respond, even if only to guide you.

b) Leverage Your College Alumni Network

Almost every college has alumni who are now practicing advocates or judges.
Ask your faculty to connect you with them. Alumni are usually very willing to help juniors who show genuine interest.
Even if your college doesn’t have a formal network, find old seniors on LinkedIn, Facebook, or WhatsApp groups and reach out personally.

c) Talk to Your Faculty and Principal

Your faculty have been teaching for decades — they’ve seen hundreds of students become successful lawyers.
Ask them directly:

“Sir/Ma’am, I want to learn real court work. Could you recommend an advocate I could intern under?”

Also approach your Principal — they’re often the first point of contact for advocates seeking interns from your college.

d) Ask Your Classmates and Peers

Many classmates might already be working in law offices — some part-time, some as clerks or assistants.
Others may have family or neighbours who are advocates.
Don’t hesitate to ask them for introductions.
This is often the most direct route — students helping students.

e) Attend Legal Events and Seminars

Every legal seminar, judicial event, or bar association talk is an opportunity.
Collect their mobile numbers and names.
After the event, follow up politely with those you met.
You never know which advocate will become your next senior.

f) My Own Internship Path

1. First internship: I emailed two advocates who had given a session at my college. They replied after a few days and offered me an opportunity.
2. Second internship: My neighbour was an advocate. I reached out, explained my interest, and started assisting him.
3. Third internship: I attended a judicial seminar, met a few advocates, followed up, and joined one of their offices.

Each of these came through initiative, not luck.

g) Key Takeaways

• Finding an internship is not difficult. Being proactive is what matters.
• Email every law office you can — politely, professionally, and consistently.
• Ask faculty, alumni, classmates, and even family contacts.
• Attend events and stay visible in legal circles.

The first internship is always the hardest — once you get in, every next one becomes easier.

The author is Prithvi Raj Kunapareddi, Founder of 1516.