Haven’t secured an internship yet? Or already interned previously but want to continue your development? Review this page to learn how to build in-demand skills that employers are looking for.
Micro Internships
Micro internships are short-term, project-based experiences that offer flexibility for students to work on small-scale projects for various companies.
Parker Dewey
Paid, short-term micro-internships. It’s advisable to research each posting carefully as listings on Parker Dewey are not fully vetted. Review our red flags page to identify signs of not vetted postings.
Forage
Free virtual work experience program, complete tasks based on real-world scenarios from top companies.
MindSumo
Solve real-world business challenges for companies.
Chegg Internships
Choose projects aligned with your specific career goals, by industry.
Extern
Shorter, often unpaid, opportunities where students can complete projects in their field of interest while also being mentored by professionals. Extern provides exposure to real-world work environments and allow students to build valuable networks.
Online Courses and Certifications
CUNY Upskilling Programs are specific training tracks designed to provide targeted learning in high-growth industries.
See tracks available below:
Business
Gain expertise in key business skills and training that will help to write a business plan and identify the next steps to turn a business dream into a business reality.
IT & Software Development
Develop programming and other cyber skills. Students will build software development, IT skills and gain knowledge about high growth tech fields like cybersecurity.
HealthCare Administration
Offers knowledge about how hospitals use tools like salesforce to manage patient data and services.
Data Analytics
Receive training on Excel and SQL and learn how tools like Google Analytics help companies track business goals.
Professional Skills
Enhance important workplace skills such as business communication, how to plan and lead meetings, global and diversity awareness, and career readiness.
Beyond these specific tracks, there are platforms that partner with CUNY that help students enhance their technical and soft skills.
Skillful.ly
Develop technical and soft skills through various programs including recorded on-demand webinars.
Coursera
Online courses in a variety of fields, from data analysis to marketing. Many of these courses are taught by top universities.
Other Non-CUNY Upskilling Programs
EdX
Online learning platform that offers courses from universities and organizations around the world. Programs in subjects like computer science, software engineering, and leadership are available.
LinkedIn Learning
Educational platform that helps users discover and develop skills through expert-led course videos. Gain access to personalized, “bite-sized” video-based learning covering over 16,000 courses that’s free with a Brooklyn Public Library Card.
Google Career Certificates
Online training programs that provide professional certificates in high-demand technology fields. The certificates are taught by Google experts and senior practitioners in the relevant fields. Graduates gain access to a job platform where they can apply to jobs from employers in the Google Career Certificates Employer Consortium.
Internship Programs
CUNY Internship Programs:
CUNY offers several internship programs that allow students to gain practical experience. There are internships available in a variety of industries taking place throughout the academic year.
The LifeSci NYC Internship Program
The LifeSci NYC Internship Program is the City of New York’s innovative, paid internship program that provides access to local, diverse talent, helping source undergraduate and graduate students for summer and non-summer internships. LifeSci NYC Program provides extra support with scientific and/or business functions.
CUNY Intern 2 Employment (I2E)
The CUNY I2E program connects students with 12-weeks of NYC small businesses internships that can turn into employment opportunities. It’s a great way to gain experience in a field while also working towards securing a job after graduation.
Also check out: Internship/Fellowship List for Graduating Seniors
Specialty Programs
These types of programs are designed to help students gain education, develop professional skills and connect with mentors in their industry of interest.
COOP
Tuition-free fellowship matches peer cohorts of underemployed college grads with alumni coaches who support them in building the professional skills and networks they need to get their first good job after graduation.
StreetWise Partners
Connecting underrepresented talent to mentorship and career opportunities within the New York and D.C. Metro areas. This program provides the skills, resources and access to networks to secure and maintain employment.
Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are structured programs where students work and train in a specific field, often leading to full-time positions. They combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction, providing a comprehensive way to build professional skills. There are various apprenticeships programs in NYC, such as ApprenticeNYC, CareerWise New York, and programs suggested by the Department of Labor.