Uncover the Magic of India
A Country Rich in Cultural Heritage
India is a country of rich heritage and vibrant experiences. Known for ancient monuments, one of the seven wonders of the world, and as the birthplace of many religions, a gap year in India offers a cultural experience you’ll never forget.
But with a population of over one billion people and one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, India is also a nation facing wide-ranging developmental challenges.
Ready to be part of something bigger? Join our gap year internship and take the opportunity to make a real difference.






Your Gap Year Internship in India
Join our structured internship programme in Palampur, India, and go on a journey of cultural understanding, meaningful impact whilst empowering sustainable change in local communities. Supporting our charity, the FutureSense Foundation, you’ll contribute to long-term development through impactful, community-based projects.
Choose your Impact Area and work directly with local learners, building on the efforts of past interns to create lasting impact. Along the way, you’ll develop key life skills,recive the support fo a dedicated GapGuru mentor, and earn a Diploma in Global Citizenship to boost your CV or university application.
Eager to make a difference? Apply now to embark on a journey with a purpose. Let’s create unforgettable experiences together


In India, we work to support our charity, the FutureSense Foundation to ensure our programmes are long-term and create lasting impact. Based in the northern state of Himachal Pradesh in the rural town of Palampur. The India team’s mission in Palampur is to focus on early childhood development and help close the inequality gap in the local community by giving a hand up to educational institutions.
In India we aim to empower communities through our education and health initiatives, specifically targeting disadvantaged areas and providing them with a cross-cultural exchange.
When you visit India, you will be able to contribute to long term programmes and see first-hand the work FutureSense Foundation do.
Impact Areas in India:
👋 Induction
Your first few days will be packed with opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture and learn about our work in India. You’ll get an introduction to our hub in Palampur, a rundown on health & safety, a basic introduction to the Hindi language, and a chance to delve into the inspiring work of the FutureSense Foundation. It’s a great chance to bond with the hub team you’ll be working with during your internship.
📋 Project Delivery
From Monday to Friday each week, you’ll be actively engaged in the local schools and community in Palampur. With guidance from your GapGuru mentor, you’ll collaborate to plan and conduct activities supporting your chosen impact area. This is a crucial part of our ongoing, sustainable programme, where you’ll build upon the work of previous students.
🗺️ Weekends
You’ll have your weekends free to venture out and explore some amazing places like the city of Dharamshala, home of the Dalai Lama, a city rich in Tibetan culture and history. The area around Palampur is famous for Tea Gardens where you can discover more about the team making process.
Price Includes
- A GapGuru Mentor during your stay
- Clean and safe Accommodation
- 3 x nutritious meals from Monday –Friday in the hub
- Training & orientation
- Support before, during and after your trip
- Airport pick-up & drop-off
- In-country transport
- All pre-travel materials
Independent Costs
- International Flights
- Visa and Travel insurance fee
- Vaccinations
- Local Transport and Travel
- Any Personal Expenses
- We know that sorting this stuff out can be hard so we’re more than happy to help!

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