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IAM INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR OUR 2026 INTERNSHIP PROGRAM. THE PROGRAM RUNS FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR FOR 2026.
The India Association of Minnesota (IAM) is excited to announce our 1-Year Internship Program, designed to provide high school students with invaluable hands-on experience in various aspects of community engagement and nonprofit management.
Our mission at IAM is to foster a vibrant Indian American community in Minnesota through three core pillars: Charity, Connections, and Culture.
As an intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute directly to these pillars and make a lasting impact on the 60,000+ Minnesotans of Asian Indian origin within our community.
Eligibility Criteria:
Potential Assigned Functions:
Mentorship:
Time Commitment:
Compensation:
Intern positions are unpaid. However, the experiences with the India Association of Minnesota will provide opportunities to give back to the community, network, build a portfolio and gain valuable professional and leadership skills. Certificates would be issued at the end of a successful term on the board.
Deadline:
Applications for 2026 must be submitted by Jan 15th, 2026
Questions?
Please send an email to officers@iamn.org with Subject: Internship 2026 – [Your Full Name]
We are no longer processing candidates for the start of 2026 Board. We will however continue to accept applications and contact you as Board / Committee positions open up throughout the year. Interested community members, with leadership experience in the community and passion for community service can continue to apply.
Our mission at IAM is to foster a vibrant Indian American community in Minnesota through three core pillars: Charity, Connections, and Culture.
Applicants are required to be IAM Members before they apply to the board. Click here to sign up for your membership.
IAM STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
The applications for Student Scholarship Awards open up a couple of months ahead of India Fest.
Achievement Award Categories:
| Category | Description of Excellence |
| General: | Well rounded accomplishments, with primary focus on Academic achievements |
| Community Service/Civic Engagement: | Contribution to the Community through leadership in Community Service and Civic Engagements |
| Entrepreneurial Leadership: | Founder/Co-founder/Leader of an entity (non-profit/profit) and/or demonstrated Leadership to promote an entity that benefits the society at large |
| Arts & Sports: | Achievements in any form of Cultural Arts or any Sport |