Chandigarh University Creates History with 13 Students Selected for Prestigious Ministry of Law & Justice Internship

Chandigarh University has yet again reiterated its commitment towards academic excellence and professional success with another great achievement from its University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS). In a historic achievement, 13 final-year law students from UILS have been selected for the prestigious Internship Programme of the Ministry of Law & Justice, Government of India.

Of the total 50 students selected from across the country, 13 are from Chandigarh University's UILS, which makes it one of the highest selections from any law institute in India.

This great achievement is a reflection of the excellent academic foundation, legal training, and future professional development of students at the institute.

The internship programme offered by the Ministry of Law & Justice, Government of India, is considered as one of the most challenging opportunities for future legal professionals in the country. The program provides the selected students an exposure to policy-making, legislative drafting, constitutional affairs, legal research, and an understanding of the legal system of India. During this internship, the selected students get an opportunity to work with senior officials and legal experts of the nation.

This great achievement stands out as a reflection of the academic excellence and industry-aligned education provided at the University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS). The institute ensures academic learning of the students along with experiential learning through moot court competitions, legal aid work, legal research projects, internships, and interaction with eminent legal professionals. This combination helps the students develop analytical, advocacy, and research skills needed to succeed in legal careers.

The outstanding performance of the 13 students is also due to the hard work done by the faculty members of the institute, who played a key role in mentoring the students in preparation for competitive national-level opportunities.

This success of the selected students reflects the commitment of Chandigarh University to nurture the professionals who can contribute to the legal ecosystem.

Addressing the selected students, university officials termed the achievement a very proud moment for all of us in the Chandigarh University community. Not only is it a reflection of the excellence of these students, but this great achievement will also further enhance the reputation of the university.

Chandigarh University has gained much acclaim over the years due to its industry-aligned academic programs, experiential learning, international collaborations, and excellent career outcomes across various disciplines. The law programs offered by Chandigarh University are developed to fill the gap between academic education and the practical requirements of the legal profession.

Celebrating this great achievement, the University continues inspiring future lawyers with its academic excellence and professional development environment.

For more information about the University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS), Chandigarh University, visit: cuchd.in/legal-studie