Education/Justice Internship Opportunities
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: $20/hr.
DEADLINE: March 29, 2024
Office of the Mayor’s Summer 2024 Internship Program
The Mayor’s Office Internship Program provides participants with the chance to harness
the tremendous opportunity of our city, all while helping to take on the challenges
that our residents face and developing innovative solutions to build a better tomorrow.
The Mayor’s Internship Program hosts interns and the internship program offers participants
a paid opportunity to become embedded in a variety of NYC’s public sector offices,
including International Affairs, Research and Media Analysis, Information Technology,
and many more. Internships typically consist of three components: Work Assignments,
Government Engagement, and Service Projects.
Pay Rate: $16/hr.
DEADLINE: March 31, 2024
LifeSci NYC Internship
LifeSci NYC Internship Program is the City of New York's innovative, paid internship
program to develop the city's next generation of life sciences leaders. The program
provides quality internships for undergraduate students, while offering curriculum
and training support with refined “hard” skills in the sciences and “soft” skills
of professional and personal development. Work with NYC industry partners to develop
relevant and attractive experiences, including frameworks, resources, and structured
activities to expand, diversify, and cultivate the city's emerging talent pool.
Pay Rate: $15/hr.
EARLY DEADLINE: December 31, 2023
FINAL DEADLINE: March 31, 2024
Senator Kristen Gillibrand Summer Internship
Senator Gillibrand’s Senate internship program provides an excellent opportunity for
students to learn and serve through first-hand participation in government service,
and the legislative process. The program intends to provide participants with the
tools, skills, and experience they can readily apply to future challenges and professional
pursuits. We expect a great deal from our interns. Candidates will have a diverse,
challenging experience and make a genuine contribution to Senator Gillibrand’s work
on behalf of New York and the nation.
Pay Rate: $3,500 Stipend
DEADLINE: April 30, 2024
Future Leaders in Public Service Fall 2024 Internship
This program helps bring diverse young talent to government and offers students the
opportunity to apply their educational training to work at a federal agency. The program
is actively recruiting for the Fall 2024 cohort. Undergraduate students from all academic
disciplines are welcome to apply. Managed by the Partnership for Public Service, the
Future Leaders in Public Service Internship Program.
Stipend: $3,200
DEADLINE: May 24, 2024
Office of U.S. Senator Charles Schumer
Your interest in Senator Schumer’s internship program is a positive indication that
you are an informed member of your community with a willingness to learn and contribute
significantly to the Legislative branch of our government. This internship presents
an opportunity for both a unique learning experience and an inside look at the political
process. Applicants must be hard-working, have strong writing and communication skills
and have a demonstrated interest in public policy. While applicants from all backgrounds
will be considered, students from New York are strongly encouraged to apply. Interns
in the state offices assist staff with constituent service work, our scheduling team
or are press team. Paid internships are available to interns who have been accepted
into the internship program and are able to certify financial need and meet eligibility
criteria.
Pay Rate: $1,000 – $1,500 Stipend
Applications Accepted on a Rolling Basis
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
Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program
The Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program is a team of dedicated professionals focused on providing individuals with meaningful college experience, relationships and life. Currently, we are establishing a team of devoted college student mentors to provide support to students with intellectual disabilities. College Mentors will provide academic, internship, community and social supports to students enrolled in Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program.
Mentors are thoroughly trained and supervised by our program coordinator and are involved in a variety of activities with our students.
PART-TIME | FLEXIBLE | $15/hour POSITION
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED ON A ROLLING BASIS
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https://kingsboroughcc.okta.com/
Your resume MUST be approved by a Career Advisor to apply to these opportunities.
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