Business Internship Opportunities

New York State Youth Leadership Council - Dream Team Network

The New York State Youth Leadership Council will host a hybrid stipend summer intern through a grant from NYF. The Dream Team Network Intern will learn about campus-based organizing, lead advocacy research, and help us develop materials to expand access to higher education and career opportunities for undocumented immigrant students.
Pay Rate: $33/hr.

DEADLINE: May 14, 2026

NYC Parks Summer Internship Program

The NYC Parks Summer Internship Program offers paid summer internships for students interested in environmental stewardship, sustainability, public service, urban planning, and parks management. Interns gain hands‑on experience supporting NYC Parks’ work maintaining green spaces, advancing climate resilience, and serving communities across the five boroughs. There are over 50 internship opportunities across New York City.
Pay Rate: $19.14/hr.

DEADLINE: May 22, 2026

NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS)

In partnership with DCAS, CUNY is excited to offer a paid undergraduate internship for students eager to gain hands‑on experience in public‑sector technology and operations. DCAS supports NYC agencies through workforce services, facilities management, procurement, and citywide operations. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in business information systems, computer science, software implementation, and the IT product life cycle. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, with system development or data analysis experience a plus. Applicants must be matriculated at an accredited college.
Pay Rate: $17-26/hr.

DEADLINE: May 29, 2026

South Bronx United Internship

South Bronx United is a nonprofit that supports youth through academics, college prep, mentoring, workforce development, and immigration services, using soccer as a tool for social change. SBU is seeking fellows ages 18-24 for its Workforce Development Program. Cafe fellows gain hands-on experience as baristas and receive paid training to obtain a Food Handler’s License. Education Fellows provide academic support in after-school programming and tutoring and receive paid training to obtain a DASA Training certification.
Pay Rate: $17 per hr.

DEADLINE: June 1, 2026

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) National Internship Program (Fall)

Gain valuable work experience through paid internships at federal agencies nationwide such as NASA, USDA and the Library of Congress. HACU matches a student’s career interests, educational background, and previous work or volunteer experience with the needs and demands of our federal and corporate partners. Students receive paid round-trip airfare, housing arrangement assistance, emergency medical insurance, biweekly stipend, and attend an intern orientation. Throughout the internship, students also have the opportunity to participate in professional development, networking, and cultural activities.
Pay Rate: $17.75/hr.

DEADLINE: July 14, 2026

NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County Fall Internship Program

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 and Social Work to gain valuable professional experience.
Pay Rate: $24+/hr.

DEADLINE: July 17, 2026

The Office of Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Fall Internship

Interns will work with staff to serve the constituents of New York’s 14th Congressional District. The goal is to provide each intern with a meaningful experience that will enhance their understanding of Congress. Intern responsibilities may include attending briefings and hearings, assisting staff with public events, administrative work as assigned, and researching legislation. Interns are able to work on either a part-time or full-time basis.
Pay Rate: $18 per hr.

DEADLINE: July 30, 2026

New York Amsterdam News Fall 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.
Pay Rate: $250/Stipend

DEADLINE: July 30, 2026

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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