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Research &
INTERNSHIPS

Year round or summer internship and research opportunities. Apply early!

2027, Science Research Mentoring Program at the American Museum of Natural History (SRMP)

Applications open in January for the following year (2026 is now closed). SRMP aims to increase access to science fields and careers for NYC high school students by providing authentic science research opportunities and meaningful mentorship.

2026, Career and Technical Education (CTE) Facilities Internship Program

The CTE Facilities Internship Program is a rare opportunity for CTE high school students to gain valuable, real-life experience in their area of study by pairing them with DCAS professionals as they maintain buildings across the city. Email the CTE Coordinator (select "Message Topic > Facilities Management" from the drop down menu) for more information.

2026, Bronx Zoo

Various deadlines for various positions.
WCS recognizes internships are a valuable part of the career development process for young people. A variety of opportunities in Education, Animal Care, Human Resources, Government and Community Affairs and more are offered.

Internships are available at all 5 NYC Zoos & Aquarium. Search the full catalog for current opportunities and to apply.

2026, Rockefeller University Summer Neuroscience Program

The Summer Neuroscience Summer application opens January to mid-March, 2026. Program (SNP) is a two-week course for NYC public high schoolers led by Rockefeller University graduate students. This is an outreach program designed to provide a basic introduction to the field of Neuroscience and scientific research. Ideal applicants are students eager to engage with science but have not had opportunities to do so through their school curriculum or through extracurriculars.

2027, Zuckerman Institute’s Brain Research Apprenticeships at Columbia (BRAINYAC)

Applications open 10/6-10/31/25.
BRAINYAC program prepares today’s youth to become tomorrow’s scientists. BRAINYAC provides high-schoolers with an immersive, hands-on summer research experience in a Columbia laboratory. We emphasize opportunities to connect with real scientists, learn key skills required to work in a research environment, and become part of the Columbia University community.

2026, Neuroscience Summer programs

Spring deadlines vary. Many programs pay stipends or offer financial assistance to participate.

2026, UFT Cover Letter Workshop

Workshop date January 22, 2026, 4:00-5:00 pm. You must register and have a (free) Zoom account.

2026, Summer Health Internship Program

Deadline Jan. 9, 2026 The Brooklyn Queens Long Island Area Health Education Center (BQLI AHEC) Summer Health Internship Program (SHIP) is a six-week opportunity for aspiring high school and college students. The program exposes students to a variety of careers in health professions, as well as to various health issues affecting their communities.

2026, Brooklyn Navy Yard

BNYDC’s Internship Program connects college-attending students and college-bound high school seniors to a wide range of paid internship opportunities with businesses in the Brooklyn Navy Yard.

Sessions are 8-weeks long.

To Apply:
Fill out the interest form below and you'll be notified when the next round of applications open.

Questions? please contact summerinternship@bnydc.org

2026, Emma Bowen Foundation Summer Internships

Deadline: Early January 2026.
For those interested in becoming a producer, journalist, web developer, engineer, business executive, PR agent, sales rep, or any other career in media or tech.

Summer 2026 High School Division of the Sonia & Celina Sotomayor Judicial Internship Program

Applications for the 2026 program will be opening soon. Check the link to stay updated.

2026, DOROT Internships/volunteer

Rising sophomores, juniors and seniors can intern to bring vital social connections to older adults. Develop leadership skills and engage in meaningful programs with older adults, through a variety of intergenerational activities – including discussion groups, home visits, creative arts and tech assistance.

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