Young Ambassadors Program

A national leadership program from the Smithsonian Latino Center for graduating high school seniors, aimed at developing community-minded Latino leaders in the arts, sciences and humanities. Students attend a one-week seminar in Washington, D.C., then complete a four-week internship at a museum or cultural institution in cities across the United States and Puerto Rico. Applicants need a minimum weighted GPA of 3.25, and participants receive $2,350 toward higher education after the program.

Offered by Smithsonian Institution. Internship for high school students in Washington, District of Columbia, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 12–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Arts, Humanities, Leadership

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grade 12. It takes place in person in Washington, District of Columbia.
Cost
Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Young Ambassadors Program

When is the Young Ambassadors Program deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Young Ambassadors Program free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to Young Ambassadors Program?

High school students in grade 12. It takes place in person in Washington, District of Columbia. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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