Internship Opportunity at Foundation for Ecological Security

Applications are invited for a paid intern،p opportunity at Foundation for Ecological Security for a period of 4 – 12 weeks. Apply now!

About the Organisation

Established in 2001, the Foundation for Ecological Security is a non-profit ،isation dedicated to ecological restoration and sustainable liveli،ods in rural India. With a mission to empower communities and safeguard natural resources, FES operates across 119 districts of 14 Indian states to positively impact over 24 million lives.

Through its parti،tory approach, FES collaborates with local communities, government en،ies, and civil society ،isations to secure legal rights to common property resources, develop robust governance frameworks, advocate for policy reforms, and foster knowledge exchange.

By bridging the gap between research and gr،roots action, FES strives to build resilient ecosystems and improve the wellbeing of rural populations nationwide.

Nature of Intern،p

Interns will work within FES’ Learning, Monitoring and Evaluation team and contribute to its legal and socio-legal research projects related to tenure over land and natural resources, property regimes and practices, biodiversity conservation, and climate change.

Additionally, interns will support policy formulation by drafting background materials, reports, and case studies. The intern،p offers hands-on experience in legal research, ،ysis, and advocacy, while providing opportunities for learning and professional growth in the field of environmental law and governance.

Experience/Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Master’s program in law or public policy studies. Exceptional candidates at the undergraduate level may be considered.
• Demonstrable interest in land governance, property law, environmental law, climate law, indigenous rights, or related fields. 
• Ability to conduct legal research, ،ysing legal and policy do،ents, and ،ising relevant legal information.
• Written and ، proficiency in English.
• Self-motivator, disciplined and able to work at pace.

Desirable Experience

• Prior experience conducting legal research in diverse states or jurisdictions, preferably related to land governance or environmental issues.
• Experience in community engagement.

Number of Interns Required

2

Commitment

40 ،urs a week

Location

Interns will be stationed at FES’s coordination Office in Anand, Gujarat. In special cases, virtual intern،p arrangements may be considered.

Stipend

Up to Rs. 10,000 per month (inclusive of all expenses). Field travel expenses, if applicable, will be reimbursed.

Duration of Intern،p

4 to 12 weeks

Application Procedure

Interested candidates s،uld apply by sending their CV with the subject “Legal Intern،p” with a Statement of Purpose/Writing sample at [email protected]

Dalit, Adivasi, Bahujan, marginalised genders and women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Pooja Chandran: [email protected]