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As an NYCEDC Intern, you will help solve problems facing New York City and make an impact from day one.

Become Part of the Next Generation of City Leaders

By the Numbers

571

Interns since 2014

Our Summer Internship Program is a paid 10-week experience and an opportunity for students and emerging professionals to explore a career in public service. Summer interns work on exciting projects in one of NYCEDC’s many dynamic departments. They also participate in training programs, networking events, and other professional development opportunities over the course of the program.

Our Summer 2025 Internship applications are now openapply here!

Application Timeline

  • Late October – Application Opens
  • Early December – Application Closes
  • Mid-December – Recruiter Interviews
  • Mid-January – Department Interviews
  • Late January – Offers Extended
  • June – Program Starts
  • August – Program Ends

Hear From Our Interns

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Perspectives

During my summer internship at NYCEDC, I was excited to dive into innovative planning approaches and work on projects that place New York City at the forefront of urban development.

Yujin Song Land Use (2024)
Perspectives

I made significant contributions to a team fighting for equity. Overall, the experience was invaluable, helping me develop professionally and personally.

Daniel Ricci Opportunity M/W/DBE (2024)
Perspectives

NYCEDC is a great place to intern if you’re passionate about making a tangible impact on the city’s future.

Ronnie (Ziying) Zhu Portfolio Management (2024)

Interns in Action

NYCEDC interns at Moore Street Market.

Our summer interns on an asset tour exploring Moore Street Market—one of NYC’s six public markets—located in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

NYCEDC interns in a collaboration workshop with the Urban Land Institute.

Interns dive into our collaboration workshop with the Urban Land Institute, tackling a fictional development project. Working together, they designed a cohesive site plan and gained hands-on urban planning experience.

NYCEDC interns and fellows taking a scenic ride on the NYC Ferry to the Brooklyn Army Terminal for an in-depth tour of NYCEDC's waterfront properties and sustainability initiatives.

Interns and fellows take a scenic ride on the NYC Ferry to the Brooklyn Army Terminal for an in-depth tour of NYCEDC's waterfront properties and sustainability initiatives. 

NYCEDC interns and fellows taking a tour through the MADE Bush Terminal Campus, with their helmets on.

Interns and fellows take a tour through the MADE Bush Terminal Campus—remember to keep your hard hats on.

NYCEDC summer interns proudly presenting their Capstone project.

Our summer interns proudly present their Capstone project, showcasing the skills and insights they gained over the summer.

NYCEDC summer interns presenting their Capstone project, titled “Agricultural Campus of East New York (ACENY)”.

Our summer interns presenting their Capstone project, titled “Agricultural Campus of East New York (ACENY)”.

Screenshot of LinkedIn video about NYCEDC's Property Operations intern, Sophia, describing her typical workday.

A Day in the Life of an Asset Management Intern: Tag along with Sophia, a Property Operations intern who spent her summer working across six public markets in different boroughs. Watch the video.

Screenshot of LinkedIn video about NYCEDC's Government and Community Relations intern, Ashley, describing her typical workday.

A Day in the Life of a Government and Community Relations Intern: Peek into a day with Ashley, a Government and Community Relations intern, who supported community-centered projects like Chinatown Connections. Watch the video.

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