We offer paid summer internships for CUNY students. This eight-week, full-time urban ecology program provides training in plant identification, field ecology, data management, ecological surveying methods, and trail improvement techniques.
Eligible interns include current CUNY students (undergraduates, graduate, and certification students) and recent graduates (within two years post graduation).
Interns also have the chance to hone their professional skills throughout their term. We offer resume and cover letter development guidance, and the opportunity to network with professionals from organizations like NYC Parks, local park conservancies, and city environmental organizations.
We found 80% of job-seeking interns secured employment within six months of completing our program, and 90% of those now work in the environmental field.
All students who intern with the NAC join a thriving alumni network that continues to share knowledge, build community, highlight professional growth opportunities, and steward the environment.
Learn more about specific projects our interns work on each summer.
Find out if you are eligible to participate in our internship program.
Applications for the 2025 summer internships are now open! This year, we are hiring interns to join our natural and nature-based features (NNBF) team. Learn more about the job description and how to apply.