Virtual Internship Opportunity at Outofcourt.in: Apply Now!
About the Internship
Outofcourt.in is offering India’s first well-structured and comprehensive Mediation Internship Program, exclusively designed for law students from all academic levels. This internship is crafted for students who wish to understand real-world mediation practice in India—including court-referred matters, mediation centre operations, and case-based observation.
Each batch is guided and mentored directly by Meena P. Waghray (Advocate, Mediator & Founder of Outofcourt.in) along with experienced mediators from OOC. The program ensures meaningful exposure, personalized mentorship, and a practical understanding of dispute resolution.
Outofcourt.in is offering a Virtual Mediation Internship for law students across India. Key details include:
- Mode: Online
- Duration: 4 Weeks
- Seats: Only 15 interns per cohort
- Eligibility: Open to law students from any year
- Stipend: None (Unpaid)
- Learning Focus: Mediation practice, ADR framework, observation-based learning
- Additional Requirement: Mandatory court and mediation centre visits for practical exposure
- Outcome: Certificate upon successful completion
What Does This Internship Offer?
1. Real Exposure to Mediation Practice
Interns will observe how mediation operates in actual settings, including:
- Managing communication between parties
- Handling emotions and interests
- Maintaining mediator neutrality
- Guiding disputing parties toward settlement
This exposure helps students become familiar with the procedural flow and behavioural aspects of mediation.
2. Mentorship by the Founder
Interns will receive guidance from Meena P. Waghray, whose experience across online mediation, court-annexed mediation, and dispute resolution training provides interns with valuable professional insights.
3. Understanding the Roots of Mediation in India
Interns will explore:
- Historical practices of community-based dispute resolution
- Indigenous consensus systems
- The journey of mediation from informal village forums to its current legal framework
This helps students view mediation as both a cultural practice and a modern legal mechanism.
4. Learning India’s ADR Framework
The internship also covers:
- Foundational ADR principles
- The Mediation Bill and its importance
- Key case laws and judicial developments
- Practical case studies based on Indian disputes
- Skills required for mediation competitions
- Drafting of settlement agreements
This module strengthens legal understanding and supports future academic and competitive participation.
5. Practical Assignments & Court Exposure
Although the internship is conducted online, each participant must complete two field visits:
- A nearest Mediation Centre
- Their local District or relevant Court
These visits bridge theory with practice and help students understand how mediation integrates with litigation.
6. Certificate of Completion
A certificate will be awarded after successful completion of the four-week internship as per BCI requirements.
Program Structure
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online |
| Mandatory Visits | Mediation Centre + Court |
| Duration | 4 Weeks |
| Cohort Size | 15 Interns |
| Fee | NIL |
| Stipend | NIL |
| Eligibility | Open to all law students |
How to Apply
Interested students may apply by emailing their CV to:
📧 indiamediates@gmail.com
Please mention your preferred internship month.
Shortlisted applicants will undergo a brief screening process, and selected candidates will receive confirmation via email.
Why Choose This Internship?
Mediation is increasingly becoming a preferred dispute resolution mechanism across courts, corporates, and legal systems in India. As policy reforms and legal frameworks expand, lawyers with mediation-based exposure will stand out professionally.
This internship helps students develop:
- A clear foundation of mediation in India
- Practical understanding of mediator roles and process flow
- Skills for mediation moots and ADR competitions
- Real-world observation experience
- Awareness of policy and legal reforms affecting mediation
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