Be a part of something bigger. Drive change, celebrate culture, and lead the community.
High School Students
Jan - Dec 2026 ProgramIAM Internship Program
Gain invaluable hands-on experience in community engagement, nonprofit management, and leadership. Contribute directly to our core pillars: Charity, Connections, and Culture.
Mentorship
- • Paired with Board Mentors
- • Ongoing check-ins & feedback
- • Guidance from Alumni
Commitment
- • 4-5 hours per week
- • Flexible day/evening schedule
- • Jan to Dec 2026
Compensation & Benefits
Positions are unpaid, but provide opportunities to build a portfolio, network, and gain leadership skills. Certificates issued upon successful completion.
Am I Eligible?
Are you currently a High School Student (across all 4 years)?
Applications for 2026 are closed. Join the waitlist for 2027.
Potential Assigned Functions
2026 Board Applications
Lead with purpose. We are looking for passionate community members with leadership experience.
Note: Even after submitting, applications are considered only when nominations open.
Student Scholarship Awards
Recognizing excellence in our youth.
General Excellence
Well rounded accomplishments, with primary focus on Academic achievements.
Community Service
Contribution to the Community through leadership in Service & Civic Engagements.
Entrepreneurship
Founder/Leader of an entity (non-profit/profit) benefiting society.
Arts & Sports
Achievements in any form of Cultural Arts or any Sport.
📋 Applicant Requirements
- Applicant must be a legal US resident
- Applicant need not be of Asian Indian origin, but should have been involved with activities/causes related to Asian Indian community
- Applicant must have graduated from a Minnesota High School in the year 2026.
- Applicant must be a first-time degree seeking freshman in the Fall of 2026 at a four-year degree program in the United States.
- Applicant must have completed and submitted all applicable paperwork by the application deadline
🤝 Selection & Intimation Process
- Applications will be reviewed by an IAM appointed committee, for each of the applied categories
- Family members of the review committee are not entitled to apply
- Review Committee members will review and rate all valid applications and recommend the names of selected achievement awardees to the IAM President
- Applications are to be submitted by noon of Jul 15th, 2026 to be considered for judging.
- IAM President will inform the award winners by July 31st, 2026
- Decision of IAM will be final and binding
- Results may also be published on IAM website (old.iamn.org) or other communications from IAM
- Award recipients will be recognized on Saturday, Aug 15th, 2026 at IndiaFest flag hoisting event at St Paul Capitol Grounds. Event schedule would be posted on the website by end of July.
