Khurana and Khurana: Internship and Career Application Process
Khurana and Khurana (K&K) is one of India’s leading Intellectual Property and Commercial Law firms. Many law students want to intern or work there, but the firm’s application process differs slightly across its offices and teams. This guide breaks down the Khurana and Khurana application process, so you know exactly how to apply.
About Khurana and Khurana
K&K was founded in 2007, with a clear focus on IP prosecution, litigation, and commercial law services. The firm works closely with its sister concern IIPRD to provide end-to-end IP legal and commercialization services to over 3,000 corporates. Today, K&K operates as a team of 200+ professionals across 10 offices in India, including New Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Chennai. The firm holds strong rankings from Legal 500, Chambers, MIP, and other leading legal directories.
How the Application Process Works
K&K accepts internship applications on a rolling basis throughout the year, rather than through fixed seasonal cycles. Because of this, you can apply at almost any time and simply mention your preferred month of joining.
Applications typically go through one of the following channels, depending on the specific office or team you’re targeting:
- General internship queries: Email your CV to internship@khuranaandkhurana.com
- Specific office or team openings: Some offices post openings with a dedicated contact email (for example, litigation teams at certain locations), so always check the specific internship posting for the correct email address
- Career section on the official website: For full-time roles, candidates can also apply directly through the firm’s official careers page
What to Include in Your Application
Regardless of the exact email you’re applying to, keep your application simple and complete:
- An updated CV in PDF format
- A clear subject line, such as “Application for Internship – [Desired Month] – [Location]”
- A brief cover note mentioning your year of study, area of interest, and preferred office location
Eligibility Criteria
While specific postings may vary, K&K generally looks for:
- Students enrolled in a 3-year LL.B. or 5-year integrated law programme
- Final-year students, in particular, for litigation-focused internships
- Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills
- A genuine interest in IP, commercial law, or litigation, depending on the team
Areas You Can Apply To
K&K’s work spans several distinct practice areas, so tailor your application to the specific team you’re interested in:
- IP Prosecution and Litigation: Focuses on patent, trademark, and copyright matters
- Commercial Law: Covers contracts, compliance, and corporate advisory work
- Litigation Teams (K&K / Khurana & Co.): Handle court appearances, pleadings, and case research across Indian courts and tribunals
Tips to Strengthen Your Application
Since K&K primarily works in IP and commercial law, mention any specific interest in patents, trademarks, or technology law in your cover note. If you’re applying for a litigation-focused role instead, highlight any prior court exposure or moot court experience, since several of the firm’s postings explicitly prefer final-year students ready for hands-on litigation work.
Explore More Opportunities
If you’re preparing your application, check out our internship application email templates to draft a strong cover email. You can also read our guide on how to convert your internship into a PPO.
Not sure whether IP law or litigation suits you better? Ask a mentor directly on The LawCademy’s QnA Mentorship Segment for real, practice-based guidance.
