Summer Youth Internship Program

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Grants and Scholarships

Iowa's Summer Youth Internship Grant program supports the creation of internship programs for Iowa’s youth that help prepare them for high-demand careers in the workforce. 

Iowa Summer Youth Internship Program
PurposeAwards grant funding to help develop internship programs for high school students and youth (between the ages of 14 and 24) that allow them to explore and prepare for high-demand careers, gain work experience, and develop personal attributes that help them succeed in the workplace.  
Available FundingGrant awards may vary in amounts as determined by the scope of the project. The maximum funding for one award will be $60,000.
Eligible OrganizationsNonprofits, educational institutions, employers, and community organizations.
Application Period2026 Summer Youth Internship Awards were announced on April 2, 2026.

2026 Summer Youth Internship Grant Awards Announced

On April 2, 2026, Iowa Workforce Development announced new Summer Youth Internship Grant awards to help employers advance promising programs for the state's youth this summer. Nine projects across the state will receive a total of $250,000 to help serve nearly 200 youth in valuable internship experiences across Iowa’s workforce.

 

Previous Summer Youth Internship Grant Awards

Grant Questions

For questions on the Summer Youth Internship Grant, please use the contact information below.