Internship Program

Summer Internship

India 2026

A unique opportunity for high school students to serve at VT Seva sponsored schools for Tribal and Visually Challenged students while experiencing meaningful cultural exchange and community impact.

2 Weeks

Life-Changing Experience

About the Program

Serve, Learn, and Create Lasting Impact

Interns will stay at Jeeyar Gurukulam, a residential school for tribal students at Allampally & Beersaipet in India, and actively engage in mentoring and teaching through interactive workshops. This program offers a powerful opportunity to develop leadership and gain global perspective.

Spoken English

Help students improve their English communication skills

Sports & Physical Activities

Lead games, exercises, and outdoor activities

Geography & Current Events

Teach about the world and current affairs

Robotics & Technolgoy

Introduce basic technology and robotics concepts

Arts & Creative Expression

Guide art projects and creative

Program Highlights

An Enriching Two-Week Cultural Exchange

Join us for an experience that combines service, learning, leadership, and meaningful connections that will last a lifetime.

Participate in orientation and hands-on service learning activities

Earn volunteer hours certified for VT Seva Volunteer Service Award

Experience the daily lifestyle of Tribal Students
Opportunity to lead and prepare projects before starting
Discover new interests and make lifelong friends
Engage in local sports and activities with students
Opportunity to sponsor and support a Tribal student
Visit Statue of Equality (weather permitting)
Fully chaperoned by experienced adult volunteers from VT Seva USA

Fully Chaperoned

Safe & Supervised

Important Dates

2026 Program Timeline

Interns will stay at Jeeyar Gurukulam, a residential school for tribal students at Allampally & Beersaipet in India, and actively engage in mentoring and teaching through interactive workshops. This program offers a powerful opportunity to develop leadership and gain global perspective.

Feb 28, 2026 - Information Session: General information session for all interested students at 9 PM EST bit.ly/VTSInternInfo2026
Mar 14, 2026 - Application Deadline: Submit your application by midnight EST
Mar 21, 2026 - Selection Announcement: Selected interns will be notified
Mar 29, 2026 - Commitment Deadline: Sign and commit to the program
Apr 12 - Jun 21 - Internship Preparation: Attend weekly one-hour meetings to prepare
Jun 28 - Jul 8 - Session 1 in India: First internship session at Allampally
Jul 12 - Jul 22 - Session 2 in India: Second internship session at Allampally

Hear From Past Interns

Hear from our students

“I walked into this internship thinking that I would teach them, but they taught me more than I could have ever taught them. Their joy, courage, and selflessness are lessons I will carry with me for life.”

Samhita Bandaru

Summer 2025

“This internship gave me profound experiences and valuable life lessons that I will cherish forever.”

Sathvika Lanka

12th Grade