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Youth & Young Professionals
High School, College & Early CareerIAM Internship Program
India Association of Minnesota invites our youth to explore exciting opportunities to contribute, learn and give back to the community. Come and help shape the Community platform with the collective power of 50,000+ Minnesotans of Asian Indian origin. Your purposeful work will advance our mission and value pillars of Connections, Culture and Charity.
Eligibility Criteria
- • High School or College Students
- • Young Professionals (graduates)
- • Passion for community service
Mentorship
- • Paired with an assigned IAM Mentor
- • Guidance throughout engagement
- • Regular feedback & check-ins
Time Commitment
- • Around 10-15 hours per week
- • Flexible day & evening schedule
- • Rolling admissions
Compensation & Value
Unpaid positions providing portfolio building, networking, and leadership skills. Certificates issued upon completion.
Am I Eligible?
Are you currently a High School student, College student, or Young Professional (graduated from school/college)?
Applications for 2026 are closed. Join the waitlist for 2027.
Potential Assigned Functions
2027 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 (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.
Internship Interest / Waitlist
Please fill out your details below. We will contact you when the next application cycle opens.
Application Received!
Thank you for applying for the IAM Internship Program. Expect to hear back from us within 5 calendar days.
2027 Board of Directors Application
Join the IAM Board of Directors to lead community initiatives, preserve heritage, and empower the Indian American community across Minnesota.
Application Submitted Successfully!
Thank you for your application to serve on the India Association of Minnesota (IAM) Board of Directors. A confirmation email has been sent to your email address.
The IAM Nomination Committee will review your submission and contact you regarding interview scheduling.
Student Scholarship Award Form
Apply for the IAM Academic & Community Leadership Scholarship.
Application Submitted!
Thank you for applying for the IAM Student Scholarship. Your application is being reviewed.
