Course Title: Internship

Course Code: LLB 614 (L)

Credit Hours: 3
Total Marks: 100

Course Description
This course provides undergraduate law students with practical experience through a structured
internship at legal offices, lasting 10 to 12 weeks. Students will gain hands-on experience in
various legal settings, apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations, and develop
professional skills essential for their future careers. The course includes pre-internship
preparation, weekly reflections during the internship, and post-internship assessments.

Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Apply theoretical legal knowledge in practical, real-world contexts.
2. Develop professional skills, including legal research, drafting, client interaction, and case
management.
3. Understand the functioning and structure of legal offices.
4. Reflect on their professional development and areas for improvement.
5. Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior in a legal setting.
6. Build a professional network and gain insights into various legal career paths.

Internship Course Content

The internship course begins with first week of pre-internship preparation phase, where students
are introduced to the course overview, expectations, and the internship assessment criteria and
placement process emphasizing professional behavior and ethics in legal settings. During the
internship period students are placed in legal offices where they start by familiarizing themselves
with the legal office, workplace dynamics, and reflecting on their initial experiences. Subsequent
weeks cover legal research, drafting, client interaction, case management, ethical considerations,
specialized legal tasks, and advanced legal issues.
Mid-internship reviews involve self-assessment and feedback, while the final weeks focus on
professional development, networking, and completing pending tasks. The post-internship
assessment phase (Weeks 16-17) includes reflecting on the internship experience, preparing and
presenting the internship report, and receiving final feedback. This comprehensive syllabus
ensures students gain practical experience, reflect on their learning, and develop the necessary
skills for their future legal careers.

Internship Report Instructions

As part of internship at a law firm, students are required to prepare a comprehensive report
detailing the work you performed, the skills you acquired, and the insights you gained. This
report will serve as a reflection of your practical experience and professional development.
Below are the guidelines to help you structure your report effectively:

STRUCTURE OF THE INTERNSHIP REPORT

Length of report: minimum 10 A-4 Pages (excluding appendices).
Font: Times New Roman; Font size: 12. Number of Cases: 8-10 .
Senior Lawyer’s experience: Minimum 5 years working experiences as High Court
Lawyer.
Title Page (Page 1)
 Internship Report (Title)
 Student Name:
Seat No.
Class: Section:
 Law Firm Name
 Internship Duration
 Report Submission Date
Table of Contents (Page 2)
 List all sections and sub-sections with corresponding page numbers.
Executive Summary (Page 3)
 Provide a brief summary of your internship experience, key activities, and major
learning.
Introduction of the Law Firm (Page 4)
  Describe the law firm, including its areas of specialization, size, and client base.
 Outline the purpose and objectives of your internship.

Main Body of the Report (In-Depth Contents) (Page 5 Onward)

Legal Research:
 Detail the types of research tasks you performed.
 Describe the resources and tools you used.
 Provide examples of research summaries or reports you prepared.
Legal Writing:
 Explain the various legal documents you drafted (e.g., memos, briefs, contracts).
 Highlight any significant drafting assignments and the feedback received. Attach samples
of your written work as appendices (without names, contact details, or personal or
financial information to maintain clients’ confidentiality).
Legal Strategy and Analysis:
 Describe the process of legal analysis and strategy development you observed.
 Explain how you applied legal principles to real-world scenarios.
 Reflect on the strategies and approaches used by attorneys in handling cases.
Case Management:
 Describe your involvement in organizing and managing case files.
 Explain how you assisted in preparing case summaries and timelines.
 Include examples of your contributions to case management.
Client Cases:
 Detail the specific client cases you assisted with.
 Explain your role and contributions to each case.
 Reflect on the lifecycle of a case and your observations.
Client Interaction:
 Discuss your observations during client meetings and interviews.
 Describe any direct interactions with clients and the skills you developed.
 Reflect on the importance of confidentiality and professional communication.
Court Procedures:
 Summarize your experiences attending court hearings and trials.
 Describe your role in trial preparation and court filings.
  Highlight any significant observations about court procedures and personnel.
Administrative Tasks:
 List the clerical duties you performed (e.g., filing, data entry, billing).
 Explain how these tasks contributed to the overall functioning of the firm.
 Reflect on the importance of administrative skills in a legal setting.
Ethical Considerations:
 Describe any ethical issues or dilemmas you encountered.
 Explain how you addressed these issues and what you learned.
 Reflect on the importance of ethics in legal practice.
Professional Behavior:
 Discuss the professional skills you developed, such as communication and time
management.
 Reflect on your interactions with attorneys, staff, and clients.
 Highlight any feedback received from your supervisors on your professional behavior.
Specialization Exposure:
 Describe the different areas of law you were exposed to during your internship.
 Explain any specialized tasks you performed and what you learned from them.
 Reflect on how this exposure influenced your career interests.
Office Dynamics:
 Discuss your observations of the law firm's culture and workflow.
 Explain how you adapted to the office environment and worked with colleagues.
 Reflect on the importance of teamwork and office dynamics in legal practice.
Self-Assessment:
 Provide a self-assessment of your strengths and areas for improvement.
 Describe how you set professional goals and worked towards achieving them.
 Reflect on the feedback received and how it helped you grow.
Reporting and Documentation:
 Explain how you maintained a journal of your daily tasks and learning experiences.
 Summarize key learning and insights from your internship.
 Attach your internship journal as an appendix (if applicable).
Conclusion (Last and Separate Page)
 Summarize your overall internship experience.
  Highlight the key skills and knowledge you gained.
 Reflect on how this internship has influenced your career aspirations and future goals.
Appendices
 Include samples of your work (redacted for confidentiality).
 Attach your internship journal (if applicable).
 Any additional supporting documents.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA/ MARKING RUBRIC: INTERNSHIP REPORT AND VIVA

Student Name:
Component Criteria Marks Marks
obtained
Internship Report (70 Clarity, conciseness, description of law firm, 10
marks) objectives, and coverage of key activities and
learning.
Executive Summary & Legal research, legal writing, case 30
Introduction management, client interaction, court
procedures, and administrative tasks
Practical Skills Ethical considerations, professional behavior, 20
specialization exposure, and office dynamics
Reflective Learning & Self-assessment, reporting and documentation, 10
Conclusion reflection on experiences, key skills, knowledge
gained, and career aspirations
Viva Voce (30 marks)
Understanding & Articulation of internship experience, application 10
Articulation of theoretical knowledge
Professionalism & Professional demeanor, communication skills 10
Communication
Reflection & Self- Insightful reflection, strengths, areas for 10
Assessment improvement