About the Organisation
Legalis IP is an independent digital jurisprudence collective and policy research platform operating at the intersection of Law, Technology, and Intellectual Property, in association with The Intellectual Foundation (TIF).
The platform focuses on high-impact and practical discourse in areas such as artificial intelligence regulation, data governance, digital sovereignty, cyber governance, and tech-policy reform. Legalis IP seeks to bridge the gap between legal scholarship and real-world policy engagement through structured research, editorial initiatives, and institutional collaboration.
Unlike conventional legal content platforms, Legalis IP emphasises analytical rigour, institutional scholarship, and professional development to prepare the next generation of technology-law professionals and policy thinkers.
Details about the Opportunity
Legalis IP is inviting applications for its 2026 Institutional Membership Program, a selective and long-term opportunity for individuals interested in becoming core contributors to the organisation’s academic, research, editorial, and operational ecosystem.
This is not a short-term internship programme. The membership is designed for candidates seeking sustained involvement, leadership opportunities, creative autonomy, and meaningful institutional responsibility.
Selected members will work closely with the Executive Council and various divisions of Legalis IP on live projects, publications, policy analysis, and organisational initiatives.
Work Profile / Divisions
Research Division
- Conduct doctrinal and interdisciplinary research
- Draft analytical articles, policy papers, and legal briefs
- Work on emerging issues such as AI governance, crypto regulation, and data privacy
Editorial Division
- Manage peer-review and publication workflows
- Perform citation checks and structural editing
- Assist with editorial operations of The Legalis IP Quarterly (LIPQ)
Communications & Outreach Division
- Simplify complex legal-policy issues for wider audiences
- Assist with professional outreach and dissemination
- Support institutional visibility and academic communication
Institutional & Strategy Division
- Assist with organisational coordination and strategic planning
- Support partnerships, collaborations, and institutional development
Eligibility / Who Can Apply
Applications are invited from:
- Law students (UG/PG) from all years
- Researchers and academicians
- Tech-policy professionals
- Students from allied disciplines such as Technology, Public Policy, Communications, or Governance with strong interest in digital jurisprudence
Applicants should possess strong writing, analytical, and communication skills. Prior publications or internships are desirable but not mandatory.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates can apply online via the link given at the end of the post.
Applicants are required to submit:
- Updated CV (maximum 2 pages)
- Statement of Interest (maximum 300 words)
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
Applications submitted through unofficial channels or email will not be considered.
Important dates
- Application Deadline: August 15, 2026
- Early applications submitted by July 20, 2026 will receive priority review.
Duration
- Long-term institutional membership with a minimum commitment of 6 months.
- Selected members will initially undergo a 30-day onboarding and review process.
Number of Members Required
Limited and highly selective intake.
Stipend / Compensation
- This is a voluntary and portfolio-building institutional membership programme.
- No fixed monetary stipend is provided.
Perks / Benefits
- Performance-based placement support and referrals
- Detailed, metric-driven Letters of Recommendation
- Accelerated leadership opportunities within the organisation
- Opportunity to co-author policy papers and research publications
- Access to a network of researchers, legal professionals, and policy experts
- Professional portfolio development and institutional exposure
Contact
Email: contact@legalisip.com.