IIIDEM Law Internship Programme 2026 | Election Law & Constitutional Law | Paid Internship | Apply Now
About IIIDEM
The India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) was established in June 2011 by the Election Commission of India (ECI) as a centre for electoral training, research and capacity building.
IIIDEM operates from its campus in Dwarka, New Delhi, and focuses on enhancing professional competencies in election management and strengthening democratic institutions.
About the Internship Programme
The IIIDEM Law Internship Programme offers law students an opportunity to work on legal and institutional issues concerning India’s electoral system, constitutional institutions and democratic processes.
The programme focuses on Election Law, Constitutional Law and Democratic Governance in India. Interns will undertake research assignments under academic supervision.
Eligibility
Applications are invited from:
- Undergraduate law students.
- Postgraduate students in Law, Public Policy and related areas.
- Students with an interest in Constitutional and Administrative Law, Election Law, Public Policy or Legal Research are preferred.
Internship Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | IIIDEM, Election Commission of India |
| Programme | Law Internship Programme |
| Duration | 4–6 weeks |
| Tentative Months | October, November or December 2026 |
| Mode | Offline |
| Location | Dwarka, New Delhi |
| Stipend | ₹8,000 |
| Certificate | Yes, upon successful completion |
Areas of Work
Selected interns may work on:
- Legal research on Election Laws and Constitutional Law.
- Review of research reports on laws and rules governing electoral democracies.
- Legal frameworks of electoral management bodies.
- Ballot access for political parties and candidates.
- Transparency of elections and regulation of political parties.
- Comparative studies of electoral practices and legal frameworks.
- Review and revision of training manuals and educational material.
Interns may also be required to submit research notes, case summaries and articles, along with a weekly progress report.
Documents Required
Applicants are required to submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Purpose (300–500 words)
- Writing Sample on any legal issue, which may be published or unpublished.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the Google Form provided by IIIDEM.
