Eligibility & Criteria

The South Asian Business Council of Virginia (SABCVA) offers unpaid, onsite internships designed to provide meaningful, career-focused experience for students preparing to enter the workforce.

Internship Structure

Duration: 8 weeks

Schedule: Onsite, 2 days per week

Season: Summer

Mentorship: Direct guidance from industry professionals

Work: Hands-on projects that strengthen resumes and help students secure advanced internships and jobs

Who Is Eligible?

To maintain a high-quality learning environment, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• General Eligibility (for all internships)
• Must be a current 2nd-year college student (sophomore)
• Must be on track to graduate within the next 2 years
• OR currently enrolled in a Master’s program
• Must show interest in business, leadership, community initiatives, technology, public policy, media, or related fields
• Must attend onsite sessions in Virginia two days per week
• Must commit to the full 8-week program
• This is an unpaid internship
• Additional Requirements for AI & Cybersecurity Internships

Applicants for AI or Cybersecurity tracks must also meet the following technical criteria:

Must have hands-on experience in one or more of the following:

• Programming (Python, Java, C++, or similar)
• Computer engineering fundamentals
• Software development coursework or projects
• Must be able to work on technical, project-based assignments
• Strong interest in AI, cybersecurity, data science, or emerging technologies is preferred
• Prior hackathon, coding project, or lab experience is a plus
• What Students Gain
• Professional mentorship from seasoned industry leaders
• Real-world project experience in business, technology, or community development
• Resume-building accomplishments and professional references
• Networking within Virginia’s business, technology, and public service ecosystem
• Preparation for competitive internships and job opportunities