Internship Experience @ SAEL, New Delhi

Name

Dhruti Shenoy

Name of the College

The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Gujarat

Name of the Organization

SAEL, 3rd Floor, Tower A, Asset Worldmark 1, Street No. 11, Aerocity, New Delhi, Delhi – 110037

Duration of internship

June 1 – June 30, 2026

How did you apply?

I secured this internship through a referral, following which the HR team reached out to me regarding the joining formalities and onboarding details.

The process was straightforward, and all the required information was communicated in advance. Students interested in interning with the company can also apply by sending their CV along with a brief cover email to the HR department.

First-Day Formalities, Infrastructure, and First Impression

The first day began with an induction session where we were introduced to the company, its different verticals, and its code of conduct.

After the induction, our biometrics were registered, ID cards were issued, and laptops were allotted. We were then introduced to our respective teams and given a walkthrough of the office before discussing our initial assignments with our reporting seniors.

The office was modern, well-equipped, and had a positive atmosphere from the beginning. Since interns from different departments had joined together, it was easy to interact with everyone from Day 1, which made settling into a new workplace much easier.

Main Tasks

During my internship, I was mainly involved in legal research related to the power and renewable energy sector.

I worked on topics such as the Electricity Act, 2003, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), ISTS charge waivers, and recent CERC and APTEL judgments. Depending on the assignment, I prepared research notes, case briefs, presentations, and summaries of public hearings.

I also got the opportunity to work on lease and sub-lease agreements and research areas such as General Network Access (GNA), resource adequacy, and electricity procurement by DISCOMs.

A large part of my work involved reading judgments, government notifications, and regulations and then simplifying the key points into concise notes for the legal team.

Since I had no prior exposure to this sector, the internship helped me build a strong foundation and gave me a better understanding of how legal research is carried out within an in-house legal team.

Work Environment

The work environment was professional but also quite friendly. I got along well with the HR team, who made me feel comfortable from the first week and were always ready to help with anything I needed. A pleasant surprise was finding out that one of the employees was an alumnus of my college, so it was nice to have someone to talk to about MSU and get advice from.

The legal team was approachable, and although most of the work required independent research, the seniors were open to discussing doubts whenever required.

Good Things about the Internship

One of the best aspects of the internship was the overall experience beyond just the legal work. The office was located in a prime area of Delhi, which made it easy to explore nearby places after work or during weekends.

I became good friends with interns from the Corporate Communications, HR, CA, and CS departments, and interacting with people from different fields gave me a better understanding of how different teams work together in a corporate setup.

The office food was also genuinely good, and lunch breaks became a great way to unwind and get to know everyone better.

On the professional side, I was given meaningful research assignments instead of routine administrative work, which helped me improve my legal research and drafting skills. Since this was my first exposure to the power and renewable energy sector, I learned a lot about a niche area of law that isn’t usually covered in law school.

Overall, the internship struck a good balance between learning, networking, and having an enjoyable workplace experience.

Bad Things about the Internship

One issue I noticed was that the delegation of work was not always very structured. At times, there would be multiple assignments coming in together with tight timelines, while on other days, there would be long gaps before the next task was assigned.

A little more consistency in allocating work and clearer communication regarding timelines would have made the internship experience smoother. Other than that, I had a positive experience overall and learned a lot during the month.

Monthly Stipend

The stipend was Rs. 10,000

Details about the accommodation, commuting to the office

I stayed at my maternal uncle’s house during the internship. I travelled to the office from Gurugram, alternating between carpools and Rapido depending on availability.

The round-trip commute cost me approximately Rs. 300 per day and was manageable, although traffic sometimes increased the travel time. For interns who are relocating, there are plenty of PGs and other accommodation options available near the office, making it relatively easy to find a place to stay.

Anything else you want to share?

This internship gave me my first exposure to the corporate legal environment and the energy sector. I learned how to approach legal research more systematically and became more comfortable reading regulations, policies, and judgments. Outside work, I explored a few cafés on weekends, visited a temple in Connaught Place before leaving, and spent some time walking around the city. Overall, it was a valuable learning experience, and I returned with a much better understanding of in-house legal work.

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