Business Internship Opportunities

Smithsonian National Museum of African History and Culture Summer Internship

Interns will have opportunities to work closely with museum professionals and scholars through a dynamic learning environment with access to supportive mentors. Virtual, hybrid, and onsite opportunities are available. The museum offers internships in the following areas: Fundraising, Donor Relations, Annual Giving, Curatorial, Collections, Archives, Digitization, Education, and Publications. Searchable Museum, Oral History, Marketing and Communications, Public Programs, Special Events, Visitor Services. Finance, Facilities Planning & Business Programs, Human Resources, Information Technology. Project Management, Exhibition Design, Design & Production.
Pay Rate: $450-$850 Stipend

DEADLINE: February 15, 2025

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Internship

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has partnered with CUNY to provide paid internship opportunities to CUNY students. CUNY students. Interns will be exposed to real-world work experiences at the largest public transit authority in the United States. Internship positions will vary across MTA divisions including but not limited to accounting/finance, technology, engineering, and human resources. communications and law.
Pay rate: $21/hr.

DEADLINE: February 28, 2025

Office of the New York City Comptroller Summer Internship

The New York City Comptroller’s office promotes the New York City government's financial health, integrity, and effectiveness. Led by an independently elected citywide official, the Comptroller’s office provides checks and balances needed to hold City government accountable. Interns participate in hands-on departmental projects and an enrichment program that includes networking opportunities, professional development programming, and community service activities.
Pay Rate: $17-$18/hr.

DEADLINE: February 28, 2025

New York Amsterdam News Summer Internship

Intern positions are available in our editorial and digital departments. Amsterdam News interns must be located in the New York City area and have a passion for writing about the Black community. Interns will be required to participate in weekly video conference meetings with staff, editors, and the internship coordinator. Interns are provided with significant opportunities to boost their professional profiles plus ongoing references as they seek opportunities in media or other fields.

DEADLINE: March 22, 2025

New Jersey Transit Summer Internship

This 10-week immersive experience goes beyond traditional classroom learning, providing students with real-world scenarios in their chosen field. With targeted projects, immersive tours, and engaging events, interns gain valuable insights and hands-on experience in a professional setting. Join NJ TRANSIT's Summer Internship Program for an unforgettable experience that will shape your future. Explore, learn, grow, and become a part of our dynamic team as we pave the way for the future of transportation.
Pay Rate $18–$28/hr.

DEADLINE: March 31, 2025

NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County Summer Internship

A part of the nation’s largest municipal health system empowering New Yorkers to live their healthiest life, Kings County Hospital operates a world-renowned Level 1 Trauma Center, one of only three in Brooklyn. Intern in the following departments: Information Technology, Behavioral Health/ Psychology, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Labs: Chemistry/Biology/Pathology/Hematology, Finance, HealthCare Admin, Social Work, and Pharmacy to gain valuable professional experience.
Pay Rate: $24+/hr.

DEADLINE: April 25, 2025

Bimbo Bakeries USA

The successful candidate will support strategic project development and existing programs with a focus on associate experience and community impact. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the design, development, and effective implementation of our Diversity & Inclusion Strategy. One responsibility will be to provide support to the Manager of Diversity, Equity & Belonging by guiding and advising on belonging priorities. This includes preparing meeting materials, creating tools, guides and playbooks to ensure effective execution of D, E&B initiatives.
Pay Rate: $18/hr.

Deadline: May 9, 2025

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Internship

DEADLINE: May 30, 2025

LifeSci NYC

Led by the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and its Life Sciences and Healthcare team, the City’s investment in life sciences will create, produce, and deliver dozens of new cures and treatments, generating thousands of new jobs for New Yorkers—making our city healthier and fairer. The program seeks to provide experience and training for students and recent graduates interested in pursuing careers in the life sciences industry, providing opportunities to work in a wide range of companies, from early-stage startups to large pharmaceutical and biotech firms.
Pay Rate: $16/hr.

Rolling Admissions

The Borgen Project Internship

The Borgen Project have several internship and volunteer openings that may be of interest to you, these range from HR, PR/Marketing to writing and journalism. All internship and volunteer programs provide experience in advocacy, mobilizing and fundraising, coupled with real industry exposure and an insight into the nonprofit world. Borgen Project remote internships are work from home roles, weekly deadlines must be met, meetings will be held online and a weekly update of your progress submitted.
Academic Credit

Applications Accepted on a Rolling Basis

Maimonides Medical Center

From primary care to specialized care, Maimonides Medical Center is among the world’s finest hospitals and is the third largest independent teaching hospital in the nation.  The 705-bed facility is complemented by over 70 community-based health care centers.  An internationally renowned staff of over 600 physicians is supported by the most advanced technology.  Highly skilled nursing and support staff provide quality patient care, and interpretation is available in over 70 languages.  Maimonides is proud to have over 1700 volunteers and students serve its community each year.

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