Application Deadline March 13, 2026!
Please see below for instructions on how to apply to be an employer partner for Career Launch 2026.
If you have any questions regarding the process, email Careerlaunchemployer@cuny.edu
Thank you for your interest in partnering with the CUNY Career Launch Internship Program!
Each employer should designate a primary contact who will serve as the organization’s liaison and enter job postings. All postings (“opportunities”) must be submitted through InPlace, the CUNY Career Launch database.
Important: Your application will only be considered complete once your job postings are entered in InPlace. Please follow the step-by-step instructions below.
If your organization previously participated in Career Launch or Cultural Corps, you already have an InPlace account and can skip Step 1. If you are unsure, email us at Careerlaunchemployer@cuny.edu.
Click the dropdown arrows below to see full details for each step.
For new employers (not previously in Spring Forward): Complete the InPlace Registration Form HERE. This will create an account for your organization. If your organization already has an account but you’ve never accessed it: Email us at Careerlaunchemployer@cuny.edu and we’ll send your log-in credentials.
Important system note: Under “Select Disciplines,” all industries are pre-selected by default. Please click “Uncheck All” and then select only the industry hubs where you plan to post opportunities.
Processing time: Please allow up to 48 hours for your registration to be reviewed. Once approved, you will receive an email with your log-in credentials and can proceed to Steps 2 and 3.
For a tutorial on this step: Click Here!
Employers who already have an existing InPlace account should start here!
Access InPlace here: https://cunyco-us.inplacesoftware.com/
Log in:
Select “Other Accounts”
Your username is your email address
Update your profile:
Click your username in the top right corner and select “Agency Details”
Scroll down to “Spring Forward Agency Information”
Click the dropdown arrows to complete all profile fields (e.g., Description, Year Founded, etc.)
Click “Submit Changes” after completing each section
Access Opportunities: On the homepage, under “Opportunities”, click “Respond” in the correct industry hub campaign.
Complete the job posting: Carefully answer all required questions. Key fields include:
Name: Enter your job title (e.g., Marketing Intern, Research Intern)
Description: Provide detailed answers about the job opportunity
Keywords: Click the box and select all relevant keywords from the dropdown
Job Type: Indicate whether the role is in-person, remote, hybrid, or student’s choice
Number of Places: Indicate how many students you are requesting for this role
Submit: When your job posting is complete, click “Submit.”
Note: Some details, such as internship start/end dates, are set by CUNY and cannot be changed.
Additional Tips:
Be specific when describing job tasks, interns will view these postings and rank their favorites before matches are made.
Job tasks should require a college degree and provide meaningful experience for both your organization and the intern.
One posting per job type: For example, if you need 2 data interns and 5 communications interns, submit two separate postings, one for 2 data interns and one for 5 communications interns.
You can view or edit your submitted postings anytime by clicking the “Opportunities” tab on the homepage.
Application Review: CUNY Career Launch staff will review employer applications and notify decisions in early April.
Virtual Matching Fair: Accepted employers and students will have the opportunity to “meet” during a Virtual Matching Fair in June.
Internship Dates: Students will work 19 hours per week at their assigned placement from July 13, 2026 – August 21, 2026.