About the Internship:
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) invites applications from eligible students for its structured internship programme designed to provide exposure to the provisions and practical applications of the Competition Act, 2002. This internship offers a unique opportunity to engage with regulatory processes and contribute to research and analysis in the field of competition law.
Internship Details:
- Start Date: 1st working day of the selected calendar month
- Duration: One month (extendable up to three months with institutional recommendation)
- Location: Competition Commission of India, Kidwai Nagar (East), New Delhi
- Stipend: ₹15,000 per month
- Working Hours: Full-time; interns must adhere to the Commission’s working hours
- Certificate: Issued upon successful completion and submission of final presentation
Objectives of the Internship:
- To familiarise students with the Competition Act, 2002 and its enforcement mechanisms.
- To provide hands-on experience in legal, economic, and regulatory research.
- To promote academic engagement and understanding of competition law and policy in India.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Open to Indian nationals only.
- Students must be enrolled in a recognised institution or university.
- Applicants must not have a confirmed placement offer at the time of application.
- Prior exposure to competition law is desirable but not mandatory.
Eligible Courses:
Students pursuing the following programmes are eligible to apply:
Law:
- LL.B. (3-year course): 2nd and 3rd year
- Integrated LL.B. (5-year course): 4th and 5th year
- LL.M.
Economics & Management:
- M.A./M.Sc. in Economics
- 4th and 5th year of the integrated Economics programme
- MBA
Regulatory Governance:
- M.A./M.Sc. in Regulatory Governance
Professional Courses:
- Final group students of Chartered Accountancy (CA), Company Secretary (CS), or Cost Accountancy (CMA)
Internship Structure:
- Interns will be placed in various divisions of the Commission.
- Work will be assigned under the supervision of designated officers.
- A short induction programme will be conducted on the first day.
- Interns must present their research findings at the end of the internship.
- Absence without authorisation may lead to termination or extension without honorarium.
- Up to 15 interns are accepted per month, with relaxation possible for exceptional research proposals.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates must submit the following documents:
- Completed Application Form (in the prescribed format)
- Recommendation Letter from the competent authority of the academic institution
- Statement of Purpose (approx. 200 words outlining the topic and objectives of study)
Applications must reach the Commission by the 1st of the preceding month of the intended internship period. Example: For an internship in December, applications are due by November 1st.
Submission Options:
By Post: The Secretary, Competition Commission of India 10th Floor, Office Block, Tower 1, Ring Road (Opposite AIIMS), Kidwai Nagar (East), New Delhi – 110023
By Email: [email protected] Subject Line: “Application for Internship for [Month/Year]”