Mayor’s Office Internship Program (PAID)

WHO: High School stydents 16 or older 

WHAT: Interns apply to the department that interests them most, and, if selected, will work within that department for the duration of their internship. In their positions, interns will have the chance to collaborate with staff and work on a range of projects. These projects may include conducting research, attending meetings, managing incoming inquiries, analyzing data, drafting briefings, staffing events, assisting with outreach, and supporting special projects.

Government Engagement:

Through the bi-weekly Speaker Series, interns will learn more about the inner-workings of City government. These talks are held at historic City Hall, and guest speakers include Deputy Mayors, Commissioners, Program Directors and other senior staff. Interns will also have the opportunity to tour various Mayors’ Office facilities across our city.

Service Project:

In collaboration with NYC Service, the Mayor’s Office division focused on volunteerism and service in New York City, interns will come together to develop a service project. The goal is to design and execute a project that will impact our most deserving communities and uplift New Yorkers in need. Previous projects have included Little League Ball Field Restoration, NYC Parks clean-up, Tree planting and Beach clean-up

WHERE: The internship takes place in person at the New York city Mayor Office.

WHEN: The Summer Terms run from June – August. 

            The Fall/Spring Terms run from September – April. 

DEADLINE:  March 30th, 2025

HOW: https://a002-irm.nyc.gov/Handlers/Html/HtmlContent.ashx?pageId=1298c992-0601-480b-9837-89e860167884  

MEDIA INTERNSHIP (PAID)

WHO: Rising 11th and 12th grade students

WHAT: The Hearst High School Media Internship at The Paley Center for Media is a 5-week, paid, best-in-class media-focused summer internship for rising 11th and 12th grade students. The program will encompass Media Literacy and Digital Learning, Media Career Development, and Mentorship. The internship offers students the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and network necessary to prepare for college and to break into the media and entertainment industry.

WHERE: 25 West 52 Street New York, NY 10019

WHEN: July 14, 15, 16, 17* 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

        July 21, 22, 23, 24* 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

 July 28, 29, 30, 31*   10:00 am to 4:00 pm

 Aug. 4, 5, 6, 7*           10:00 am to 4:00 pm

 Aug. 11, 12, 13, 14*   10:00 am to 4:00 pm

*Dates are nonnegotiable.  

DEADLINE:  March 31st, 2025

HOW: https://www.paleycenter.org/education/interns-hs/  

Summer Apprenticeship Program with NYCPS Office of Food and Nutrition Services (PAID)

WHO: High School Students

WHAT: Summer Apprentice Workers (SAW) are high school employees who gain work experience in kitchens and cafeterias during the Summer Meals Program. SAW students obtain valuable transferable knowledge that can be utilized in the food service industry. To apply, please submit a reference letter on school letterhead from a teacher, guidance counselor, principal or assistant principal from your current high school to Marc T. Mills (MMills@schools.nyc.gov) and Samillah Feliciano (SFeliciano12@schools.nyc.gov) between the dates of Monday, March 10, 2025 until close of business (5:00pm) on Friday, March 28, 2025 to be eligible for an interview. Be sure to include your contact information, e-mail address, home address, phone number, age and grade. Selected candidates will be notified of interview by mail. Apprentice workers will earn $16.50 per hour.  

WHERE: 25 West 52 Street New York, NY 10019

WHEN: Monday, June 30 until Friday, August 22, 2025 From 7:30am - 1:30pm (with 30 minutes for lunch), Monday - Friday.  

DEADLINE:  March 28th, 2025

HOW: To apply, please submit a reference letter on school letterhead from a teacher, guidance counselor, principal or assistant principal from your current high school to Marc T. Mills (MMills@schools.nyc.gov) and Samillah Feliciano (SFeliciano12@schools.nyc.gov)

YA-YA SUMMER INSTITUTE (PAID)

WHO: High School Students

WHAT: The YA-YA Network (Youth Activists-Youth Allies) is seeking youth leaders! The YA-YA Network is looking for passionate and motivated young people interested in activism and social justice. They are seeking youth (15-19 years old) who want to learn how to take on a leadership position in social justice movements by building skills needed to make change happen. During their 7-week program youth are trained in anti-oppression, organizing skills, and political education through transformative workshops, and visits to city-wide organizations fighting for change. Participants who successfully complete the Summer Institute will be compensated $1,000 for their participation and role in the community.

WHERE: 135 West 36th Street, Floor PH, New York, NY 10018

WHEN: All meetings take place from June 30th to August 15th from 12:00 PM ET - 6:00 PM ET in person at YA-YA's offices

DEADLINE:  April 14th, 2025

HOW: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0wp0sKvdlEIRhbOAjpg2eApe9wcBX01ArQ40YT3ufLmqQUg/viewform