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Youth4Sewa

Join Youth4Sewa – an exhilarating unpaid internship connecting dynamic individuals with NGOs in India and the UK! Collaborate with Sewa UK, on this transformative program which fosters a spirit of selfless service (Sewa).

Dive into projects spanning healthcare, education, environmental awareness, women’s empowerment, and more - experience interviews, orientation, and mentoring.  

The India trip is just the beginning – get ready for personal growth and community engagement beyond!

This internship is for UK citizens only between the ages of 18 - 30.

Registration Opens: 1st January 2025 and closes: April 30th 2025.

Youth4Sewa 2024

Solo Visit

Embark on a Solo Adventure: Discover, engage, and learn by diving into a chosen Sewa project, a challenge that takes you beyond the comforts of home. Experience gratitude and connect with inspiring selfless individuals along the way.

Group Visit

Embark on a Group Adventure: Explore, Learn, and Grow by visiting up to 4 chosen Sewa projects or focusing on one. Experience gratitude and connect with inspiring selfless individuals while creating unforgettable memories as a duo.

Testimonials

“Youth4Sewa truly transformed my perspectives and enriched my life in ways I never imagined. I am so grateful for the incredible opportunity for personal growth, as well as the lifelong bonds and unforgettable memories created. This fulfilling experience provides a platform to connect with the unseen beauty of India, learn from countless inspiring individuals, and conquer fears.”

- Tulsi Dave

“I am extremely grateful to Youth 4 Sewa for enabling me to have the most incredible time in India. The things that I learned as part of Y4S are invaluable, and I am grateful that I am continuing to learn and grow as part of the team. Joining Y4S is the best decision I have made, and I am excited for more opportunities that I am yet to gain as part of Y4S.”

- Holly Halai

“Being part of the Y4S journey was truly eye-opening. It allowed me to explore the diverse cultures of Bharat in a deep and meaningful way. This experience not only made me appreciate our heritage more but also filled me with immense gratitude. Through the journey, I felt a strong connection to the roots of Bharat and learned invaluable life lessons that will always stay with me.”

- Diyaa Joshi

“Embark on the Y4S internship in India and become fully immersed in a life-changing experience of Sewa. With a range of educational programmes, medical facilities, and environmental initiatives Y4S provides a unique opportunity to cultivate appreciation, empathy, and gratitude while actively interacting with communities all throughout India.”

- Pallavi Dadarkar

“My Y4S experience is something I will always remember. The people I met and the experiences I had gave me a new perspective on life and filled me with so much gratitude, not only for their unbelievable kindness but also for the privilege of the life I get to live. The journey was far from easy, but taught me so much about myself and opened my eyes to a way of life that I had never known before. I’ll always be thankful to have had the experience and for all it gave me.”

- Kareena Terry

“Not only does Youth4Sewa provide a chance for young people to have an experience of a lifetime, it also provides a very safe place for personal growth. It’s a challenge but you’re able to attend informative workshops, conquer fears and gain key skills that are necessary in your future. If you’re looking for a great way to spend your summer, then participate! It was definitely the turning point in my life.”

- Harshik Joshi

“Y4S is a fantastic organisation allowing young people to get involved with sewa in India with an amazingly supportive team behind them! From planning my sewa trip to providing the support I needed whilst out in Bharat, Y4S was there every step! Thoroughly recommend them!”

- Sagar Mehta

“Being involved with Y4S has been a wonderful and fulfilling experience which I would recommend to anyone. The team has allowed us interns to be Involved with some amazing UK organisations and have helped us to grow into more understanding sewa driven members of society”

- Priya Koria

“Y4S is a wonderful opportunity to do something exciting, fulfilling and eye opening with your summer. The team is great and helps facilitate your internships, providing brilliant workshops leading up to your trip.”

- Vipasha Surange

“A wonderful organisation which provides the youth with an inspiring way to build a base for their future. The workshops are incredibly inspiring and enriching!”

- Tamana Sharma

“Youth4Sewa is an amazing organisation that helps you find yourself through every step of the way. The whole process right from the application til after your internship, you come across inspiring people both in Bharat and in the UK. From thought-provoking orientation days to connecting with my roots; it was definitely my best summer!”

- Ushni Rabadia

“Youth4Sewa is an invaluable chance to experience new challenges while gaining a first-hand experience of selfless service. Through workshops, reading, and self-reflection, they nurture a sense of awareness and humility that help enrich the way you tackle problems during the internship and throughout your everyday life. My internship with Youth for Sewa was one of the most memorable summers of my life.”

- Manuj Mishra

“The Y4S programme has been a great opportunity to develop myself. Through volunteering for environmental organisations, participating in public speaking workshops to joining book clubs, Y4S has expanded my mind. I was fortunate to have worked with a group of motivated individuals, many of whom I’m still in touch with today. I would definitely recommend Y4S.”

- Pavan Bains

“Youth4Sewa taught me how to embed positive daily habits to practicing self-care by enhancing my spiritual knowledge and encouraging daily mediation. In the busy world we live in, it has helped me make time for myself as well as others.”

- Shivani Kerai

“The Youth4Sewa programme gave me a wonderful opportunity to connect with and serve the samaj. Taking on such a commitment has been an interesting way of exploring how my skill set can be developed and used in service of the community. Y4S is good for anyone wanting to get involved and have a bit of fun!”

- Yasoda Rajaram

India Collaborations

India 

Collaborations

Youth4Sewa offer projects in health care, education, environmental awareness, women’s empowerment, rural development and much more. The Y4S team has spent time with each project understanding their culture, dynamics and passion of the local team.

FAQ's

 What is Y4S?

Youth4Sewa is an unpaid internship offered by Sewa UK. Our focus is on self-development through the service of underprivileged communities. It’s an opportunity for young adults to contribute their time to a larger movement of serving humanity.

 Why Y4S?

Selfless service transforms both the individual serving and the people they serve. We provide a safe platform where individuals can actualise the meaning of Sewa. Our transformative internship inspires the youth to pursue purpose, happiness and spiritual upliftment through a life of Sewa. If you want to challenge yourself, have an adventure of a lifetime and develop values such as kindness, compassion and selflessness then Y4S is perfect for you!

 How much time must I commit to Y4S?

Successful applicants are expected to commit at least two hours a week to the self-development tasks set by the Y4S team. This is in addition to the orientation days that you must attend prior to your 2 or 4 weeks volunteering at an NGO in India.

 How much does the internship cost?

The internship fee is a non-refundable £25. You must cover the costs of your flights, travel insurance, vaccinations and any other costs associated with travelling. Once in India, we will organise your accommodation and food at no additional cost.

 How do I apply?

The application form is available on our website. Once we receive your application, you’ll be contacted for a video/in person interview by our selection team..

 What happens if my application is successful?

Your journey starts with a series of compulsory orientation days on the following dates:

The orientation days guide, inspire and prepare you for your journey ahead. You will then spend at least 2 hours a week on self-development work. For example through daily reading, meditation, local volunteering and yoga. You’ll be expected to engage, document, blog and reflect as part of the internship. You’ll then spend 2 or 4 weeks over the summer working with NGOs in India, supported by a team of mentors who have completed the internship themselves. You will be living with a host family away from home. Through this experience, you’ll discover, learn and engage in a life changing experience that empowers you as you strive to make an impact in a particular field.

 How are the projects chosen?

Projects are available in social care, education, environmental awareness, and much more. The YFS team has spent time visiting each project understanding the culture, dynamics and passion of the project and local team. Projects are selected through strict criteria. We take into account safety, transport links and opportunities to engage with Sewa work.

 Is there an age limit for the internship?

The age limit for the internship is 18 - 30.

 How much does the internship cost

All interns are required to raise a minimum of £250 for SewaUK within one month of completing their trip.

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