We offer paid CUNY internships every semester. In the summer, students can apply to participate in an eight-week, full-time urban ecology program. We also offer additional part-time internship opportunities in the fall and spring.
Throughout their internships, CUNY students receive training in plant identification, field ecology, data management, ecological surveying methods, and trail improvement techniques.
Interns also have the chance to hone their professional skills. We offer guidance on resume and cover letter development and the opportunity to network with professionals from organizations like NYC Parks, New York State Parks, Bloomberg LP, local park conservancies, and city environmental organizations.
We found that 80% of job-seeking interns secured employment within six months of completing our program, and 90% of those now work in the environmental field.
Our graduating students have gone on to create a thriving alumni network that continues to share knowledge and steward the environment.