New York Leaders: Internship Program

The New NY Leaders Initiative is designed to renew the connection between the public and the state and ensure that state government is diverse, talented, and prepared to lead for decades to come. One component is the first ever coordinated, statewide Student Intern Program. The New New York Leaders: Student Intern Program brings students into state government where they will be exposed to the work of governing and introduced to the increasingly complex policy challenges facing New York State.

The Student Intern Program will attract talented students from undergraduate and graduate programs at colleges and universities throughout New York State, as well as New York State residents studying elsewhere. Each intern will work in a particular area within an executive branch agency or department. While providing hands-on program assistance, interns will interact with government leaders and policy-makers.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

- The Student Intern Program brings students into state government exposing you to the work of governing and the complex policy challenges facing New York State. Gain valuable experience and interact with government officials and policy-makers in a number of fields.

- Positions are located statewide in a variety of agencies, with most in and around Albany or New York City.

- Internships may be paid or unpaid

- Opportunities available for Fall, Spring, and Summer sessions.

  

ELIGIBILITY:

Students from any academic discipline may apply and must meet the following requirements:

- Be a US Citizen or foreign national eligible to work in the United States;

- Be currently attending a New York State college, university, or graduate program; or be a resident of New York State attending a college, university, or graduate program outside of New York State;

- Be at least 18 years of age;

- Have completed a minimum of 1 year of college;

- Have a minimum GPA of at least 2.5

Don’t miss out! Applications for Fall 2012 internships will be accepted THRU August 5th:

For more information on the Student Intern Program, check out: http://www.nysinternships.com, or email them at nysinternships@cs.state.ny.us