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• Program that helps K-12 students connect with school community and engage in their learning 
• 1 year term with option to return for another year 
• Applications open monthly 
• Compensation: Biweekly stipend plus benefits 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be 17-25 years old by July 1st of current year 
  • Must have High School Diploma or GED 
  • Have served no more than 3 terms with AmeriCorps 
  • Must be a U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident 
    • Unfortunately, DACA recipients are not eligible

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• Program offers fellows opportunity to build professional skills and connections through organizations dedicated to fighting hunger and poverty. Fellows are first placed in community organizations across the country, and orientation and second placements are in Washington D.C. 
• 11-month term (Fall to Summer) 
• Applications open from October to January
• Compensation: No less than 48k during term 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must have Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 
  • Must be a U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident 

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• Opportunity for fellows to promote global food and nutrition security, while gaining experience and professional skills, working with host organizations in development or humanitarian placements around the world 
• 2-year term 
• Applications open from October to January 
• Compensation: biweekly direct deposit, travel, and accommodations 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be a U.S citizen or Permanent Resident 
  • Must have educational background (at least a Bachelor’s degree plus 1-2 years of volunteer/work experience) related to international development, food security, and/or nutrition) 
  • Some placements may require specific language proficiency, degree/coursework, or technical skills

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• Peace Corps volunteers travel to a different country and live and work side-by-side with community members on locally prioritized projects 
• 2-year service assignment plus 3 months of training 
• Application window depends on program of interest 
• Compensation: Housing, living allowance, and benefits during and after service 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be a U.S citizen 
  • Must be at least 18 years old 
  • Must have a four-year degree 
    • Some programs are open to a combination of job experience and education

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• Largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and young adults 
• Several-week to several-month terms; seasonal and yearlong positions as well 
• Deadlines vary based on program 
• Some programs offer stipends and others offer housing 
• Eligibility requirements vary based on position 

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• Opportunities for international, national, and online volunteering  
• 2-week to 12-month term 
• Deadlines vary based on positions 
• International and national positions receive compensation; online does not 
• Eligibility requirements vary based on position

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• Listing of internship programs available to CUNY students and alumni. Review each program for information on target majors of interest and application deadlines
• See helpful career tips and information
• Sign up for the weekly Career Opportunities newsletter to receive new internships/job listings: https://cuny.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=90ce25ec40ea491c1a8cc5a90&id=55336b8094 
• Each internship program has specific eligibility requirements

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• Paid work experience for undergraduate CUNY students in NYC’s arts and cultural institutions
• Departments available: 1) Development & Fundraising 2) Education & Public Programs 3) Communications & Marketing 4) Curatorial & Exhibitions 5) Production Management
• Spring term lasts from March to May
• Applications open November
• Compensation: $20 per hour
• Eligibility:
  • Must be a CUNY undergraduate
  • No previous paid college internship experience
  • Must have at least 2.5 GPA
  • Must be able to work 15 hrs a week during the semester
  • Must have addressed any remedial education needs before applying
  • Must have authorization to work in the US

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Description:

• CUNY Financial Aid Support Team (FAST) coaches will work part-time at high schools or college campuses to help students fill out FAFSA, TAP, and NYS Dream Act applications. This is a Federal Work Study role. Coaches will receive training and support in the program. 
• 5-15 hrs/week from January to May
• Applications open November
• Compensation: $20 per hour
• Eligibility:
  • Must be eligible for Federal Work Study
  • Available to work on CUNY campuses or High School campuses Mon-Fri from 9-5
  • Must be registered for at least 6 credits in the Spring semester
  • Must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards

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• Competitive employment opportunity to work as either Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) or Coordinators for International Relations (CIRs) as interpreters/translators in Japan 
• 12-month contracts for a maximum of 5 years 
• Compensation: Salary plus benefits 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen 
  • Have native-level English speaking proficiency 
  • Not have lived in Japan for a total of six years or longer in a 10-year period prior to the departure year 
  • Must have a Bachelor’s degree 
  • Have not participated in JET since 2022 or for more than 5 years 
  • Have not declined a position in JET in the previous year 
  • CIR applicants only: have a strong command of the Japanese language

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Description: 

• Find career and job search resources, networking opportunities, and internship, job and apprenticeship postings
• Join the New York Jobs CEO Council Talent Network to receive up-to-date information: https://www.nyjobsceocounciltalentportal.org/?origin=nyjccsite

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• Paid internships with the NYC Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) that comes with training programs, networking events, and other professional development opportunities during the term
• 10-week term from June to August
• Application open from late October to early December
• Different compensation rates and eligibility requirements apply based on internship position 
• See internship listings here: https://edc.nyc/careers

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• Opportunity to be English class teaching assistants in French speaking countries for either elementary or secondary school level; 12 hours a week in one, two, or three schools 
• 7-month term from October 1st to April 30th, with option to participate up to 3 times 
• Applications open mid-October and close mid-January each year 
• Fee: $90 plus $37 VFS processing fee paid separately during visa appointment 
• Compensation: stipend and possible health insurance and housing 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must have a French proficiency of B1 or higher on the CEFR Scale 
  • Must be a native English speaker 
  • Must obtain a long-stay work visa IN PERSON from the VFS center of their choosing in the U.S. 
  • Must be a U.S citizen or Permanent Resident 
  • Must be between 20-35 years old

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• Opportunity to teach in an underserved school while receiving professional development and working towards a full teaching certification 
• 2-year full-time term 
• Deadlines in mid-September and mid-October 
• Compensation: salary plus benefits 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must have Bachelor’s degree by first day of training or earlier 
  • Must have at least 2.5 GPA 
  • Must be a U.S Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD (Employment Authorization Documents) holder 

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• Free program for first-generation college students and recent graduates to land their first jobs
• 4-6 month term
• Applications open October 15th
• Compensation: Full-time entry-level role immediately after graduation with benefits and competitive salary
• Eligibility:
  • Must be first-generation college student or college graduate
  • If have not graduated yet, must graduate between present semester and within three years from now
  • Must be open to a range of entry-level roles
  • Must not have plans for grad school

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• Free program to help underemployed college grads build skills and networks to help find jobs in digital marketing, data analytics, and financial services 
• 4-month term; February to June; Mon-Thurs 6:30-9:30 p.m.
• Applications close mid-January
• Compensation: unpaid
• Eligibility:
  • Must be first-generation college graduate
  • Must have earned Bachelor’s degree at most 10 years prior to beginning of fellowship
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S
  • Must be unemployed or underemployed (current job description does not require Bachelor’s degree)
  • Must earn less than $50K per year
  • Must be at least 21 years old by beginning of fellowship
  • Must live in NY, NJ, CT, IL, WI, IN, CA, or FL and live within two hours’ commuting distance of COOP city 

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Description: 

• Program offers fellows opportunity to build professional skills and connections through organizations dedicated to fighting hunger and poverty. Fellows are first placed in community organizations across the country, and orientation and second placements are in Washington D.C. 
• 11-month term (Fall to Summer) 
• Applications open from October to January
• Compensation: No less than 48k during term 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must have Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 
  • Must be a U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident 

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Description: 

• Full scholarship, including tuition and living stipend, from Defense Language and National Security Office (DLNSEO) to assist EHLS program at Georgetown University for 8 months (6 months in-person, 2 months online). 
• Scholarship service requirement involves working in federal government in a position with national security responsibilities for one year after you complete the program 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be a U.S Citizen 
  • Have language skills at level 3 or higher on the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale in one of the following languages: (Mandarin, Arabic, Russian, Farsi, Korean, Ukrainian, Kazakh, Turkish, and Hausa 
  • English skills at ILR level 2 or higher 
  • Knowledge in using internet and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Word) 
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional education  
  • Must be completely separated from any position in U.S government and military when instruction begins 

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Description: 

• Opportunities to study, conduct research, or teach around the world 
• Durations vary between a few months, 1 year, or flex depending on program 
• Can apply while enrolled in college, but awards start after graduating from undergrad/grad programs
• Stipends vary by program
• Only U.S Citizens are eligible for program
  • For further eligibility requirements, please see website

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• Program connects fellows to summer internships, professional development experiences, mentorship, and financial resources
• 8 to 10-week term
• Application open from early November to early January
• Previous fellows that completed one term are eligible to interview for internships again without reapplying for the fellowship
• Compensation: $8k stipend after completion of the program
• Eligibility:
  • Must be a U.S citizen or Permanent Resident
  • Must have demonstrable need for financial assistance based on composition and income of student’s family
  • Must be currently enrolled in college classes of any level
  • Must not participate in any other internships, classes, or research during the fellowship term
  • Must be able to attend in-person programming in NYC

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• Opportunity to tutor small groups online with the support of a veteran educator and receive mentorship
• 14-week term, 3-5 hours per week
• Spring 2025 deadline November 20th, 2024
• Compensation: $1200 pre-tax stipend paid at end of service term
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be current undergrads, grad students, TFA alums, or renewing fellows
  • Must have at least 2.5 GPA (or 3.0 high school for college freshman)
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S
  • Must be at least 18 years old

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• Opportunity for fellows to promote global food and nutrition security, while gaining experience and professional skills, working with host organizations in development or humanitarian placements around the world 
• 2-year term 
• Applications open from October to January 
• Compensation: biweekly direct deposit, travel, and accommodations 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be a U.S citizen or Permanent Resident 
  • Must have educational background (at least a Bachelor’s degree plus 1-2 years of volunteer/work experience) related to international development, food security, and/or nutrition) 
  • Some placements may require specific language proficiency, degree/coursework, or technical skills

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• Fellowship that offers early-career leaders immersive, professional experiences in Asia 
• 13-month term 
• October deadline 
• Compensation: living stipend 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent resident   
  • If under the age of 32, can be a graduating senior in college or graduate; if older than 32, must have received bachelor’s degree within the past three years.  
  • Candidates who have spent 18 weeks or more since beginning college in more than one of the Luce Scholars countries are not eligible to apply 
    • In only one of the countries: eligible to apply but will not be placed in the country where they have spent that time

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Description: 

• Program partners with over 200 companies in financial services, corporate, technology, and real estate to help connect students to paid internships
• Accepted students receive interview prep and personalized resume feedback in Phase 1, then technical training and 1-on-1 support if accepted for an internship (Phase 2)
• Applications open on a rolling basis year-round
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be currently attending 4-year college/university
  • Must have 3.2 GPA (3.0 will be considered)
    • First-years may apply without GPA and can submit SAT/ACT scores for consideration

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• Provides a unique professional development experience to outstanding individuals who might otherwise not have the opportunity to work on peace and security issues in Washington, DC 
• 6-month term of full-time work, offered in Fall and Spring 
• Spring application closes in October, Fall application closes in January 
• Compensation: $4,079 a month, basic health insurance, travel to Washington D.C., and $1,000 bonus for professional development expenses 
• Eligibility: 
  • Received a bachelor’s or master’s degree within the past few years 
  • Prior experience with public-interest activism or advocacy is highly desirable 
  • Considering a career working on international peace and security issues with public-interest organizations, the Federal Government, academia, or media 
  • United States citizens living in the U.S. or overseas are eligible to apply 
  • Non-U.S. citizens may only apply if they live in the U.S. and have a U.S. work visa for the duration of the fellowship
  • Non-U.S. citizens living outside the United States are not eligible to apply

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• Mentorship program that provides 1-on-1 career development support
• 13-weeks of menteeing in Phase 1, then 9 months of continued menteeing, 1-on-1 support, and job seeking
• Must join information session before applying
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must have high-school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be authorized to work in the US
  • Must be proficient in English communication
  • Must live in NYC or D.C area

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• Opportunity for students to gain experience in government policy and writing press materials to advocate for more equitable financial aid systems
• 4-month term from January to May, 8 hours a week, mostly virtual
• Mid-October deadline 
• Compensation: $750 monthly stipend plus travel costs to in-person events
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must be an undergraduate student with at least two semester’s worth of credits
  • Must be attending college in either California, Massachusetts, or New York
  • Must be Pell Grant recipients or hold DACA/TPS status

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• Nationally recognized fellowship program for learning about public policy in NYC through unique learning seminars and work alongside public sector leaders 
• 9-month term from September to January 
• January application deadline 
• Compensation: $31,563 stipend plus health insurance (not including dental or vision) 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must have received Bachelor’s degree in Spring at most two years prior to fellowship year 
  • Must be eligible to work in the U.S

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• Fellows are given opportunity to work alongside senior White House Staff, Cabinet Secretaries, and other top-ranking government officials
• 1-year full-time term 
• November to January application window 
• Compensation: salary unless member of military personnel 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be a U.S citizen 
  • Federal government employees are not eligible unless career military personnel 
  • Must have Bachelor’s degree by the time application process is started

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Contact: Experiential Education Office, Frese 102 | css.careerlaunch@qc.cuny.edu

Description:

• Summer program that enables CUNY undergraduate students to explore their future careers by interning in a job related to their major
• 7-week duration from mid-July to early August 
• Applications open during Spring semester 
• Compensation: $20 an hour 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be between 18-24 years old 
  • No prior paid internship experience during college career 
  • Currently enrolled as CUNY undergraduate student 
  • Must have at least 2.0 GPA 
  • Must be eligible to work in the US

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Contact: Experiential Education Office, Frese 102 | css.springforward@qc.cuny.edu

Description:

• Internship program that enables CUNY undergraduate students to explore their future careers and strengthen professional skills 
• 9-week duration from March to May 
• Application window open in September 
• Compensation: $20 an hour
• Eligibility: 
  • Must be between 18-24 years old 
  • No prior paid internship experience during college career 
  • Currently enrolled as CUNY undergraduate student 
  • Must have at least 2.0 GPA 
  • Must be eligible to work in the US

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Contact: Experiential Education Office, Frese 102 | servicecorps@qc.cuny.edu

Description:

• Helps students intern in local nonprofit organizations in New York City. Internships help support participating students’ success in college and the workplace by providing valuable skill-building opportunities and exposure to real-world careers 
• One academic year term, Fall & Spring 
• Applications open after end of Spring semester 
• Compensation: $17 an hour 
• Eligibility: 
  • Must not be incoming freshmen 
  • Enrolled full-time for Fall and Spring 
  • Earned at least 24 credits towards degree
  • Have Social Security number 
  • Have at least 2.5 GPA

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Contact: Experiential Education Office, Frese 102 | teachinginvietnam@qc.cuny.edu

Description:

• QC partners with the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) in Vietnam to provide QC students with the opportunity to help children improve their communicative English by providing a fun learning environment in SEAMEO’s Summer Fun program 
• 5-week duration starting in June 
• Applications open during Fall semester 
• Eligibility: must be enrolled in Spring semester and have at least 2.5 GPA at time of application 
• Compensation: 
  • Round-trip flight
  • Transportation to and from airport
  • Housing 
  • Complimentary weekend trips in Vietnam 
  • $25 stipend per working day