Legal Intern – Public Health Systems 

Nature of Role: Internship

Location: Remote

Duration: 1 month (with the possibility of extension to a long-term internship)

Remuneration: ₹8,000–10,000 per month (commensurate with experience, skills, and aptitude)

Application Deadline: 31 January 2026 (Applying early will increase the chances of placements as applications are reviewed on rolling basis) 

About Us

NutGraph Social Data Lab supports organisations and institutions in identifying trends, informing policies, and advancing actionable research. We collect and aggregate micro-level field data and translate it into evidence-based insights. Our flagship initiative Land Conflict Watch (LCW) is India’s leading public database and research platform on land and natural-resource governance, which is widely cited by academia, policymakers, media, and civil society,

The Public Health Systems team at Nutgraph works on legal and policy research to support stronger public health systems and informed decision-making. The team helps translate complex laws and policies into practical insights for stakeholders, with a focus on understanding governance structures, regulatory approaches and pathways for meaningful policy change that contribute to long-term social impact.

Project Overview

This project involves reviewing public health and governance frameworks in select Asian countries to strengthen transparency and integrity. As a Legal Intern, you will support legal and policy research on public health and governance laws in select countries.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of laws and policies related to public health, governance, transparency, and accountability.
  
• Analyse enforcement patterns through court/tribunal orders, reports, and civil society publications.
  
• Identify gaps and opportunities for remedial measures.

Who Can Apply

• 4th or 5th-year law students and recent law graduates with demonstrable experience in legal research and analysis.
  
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills in English are essential.
  
  

Skills That Will Strengthen Your Application

• Knowledge, experience, or demonstrated interest in public health and governance laws.
  
• Familiarity with legal and judicial systems in other Asian countries.
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
  
• Self-driven, organised, and able to work independently in a remote setup.
  
  

How to Apply

Please fill out this form (https://forms.gle/CVmDRdzN5EtFGXkh7)and keep an updated CV and cover letter ready. Follow the instructions in the form carefully before submitting your documents.
Last date to apply: 31 January 2026.

NutGraph Social Data Lab is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, or class. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.