Summer Intern, Capital Program
About The Position
Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses. Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. Internship Program Overview: Our 2026 Summer Internship Program is a paid 10-week internship program, scheduled to begin on June 8, 2026. Interns are expected to work full-time throughout the summer. Summer interns will join an intern class consisting of undergraduate and graduate students to work on exciting projects in one of EDC’s many dynamic departments. Summer Interns will also participate in training programs, networking events, and other professional development opportunities over the course of the program. Department Overview: NYCEDC’s Capital Program has developed a significant footprint throughout the New York City area in a wide scope of projects that include streetscape, resiliency, buildings, infrastructure, parks, and waterfront initiatives. A segment of our portfolio has included such projects as the High Line, Pier 35, Randall’s Island, Coney Island Steeplechase and Carousel, as well as the Rockaway Boardwalk.
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program; recent graduates are also encouraged to apply
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for the mission of NYCEDC
- Demonstrated written, verbal, and analytical skills
- Demonstrated experience in using database and presentation tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to multi-task and manage deadlines
- Ability to work in collaborative, cross-functional teams
- Ability to work full-time, Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM and complete the entirety of the 10-week program
Nice To Haves
- Preferred field(s) of study: Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban planning, or related field.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Capital staff with tasks as involved with any aspect of their day-to-day project management, including but not limited to:
- Procurement of the architecture, engineering and construction teams
- Conducting existing conditions assessments, programming, and feasibility studies
- Supporting estimates and budgeting
- Creating schematic designs through construction documentation
- Reviewing regulatory submissions
- Supporting project close-out
- Attend site and other relevant business meetings
- Work on special project assignments
Benefits
- Generous employer subsidized health insurance
- Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Vision and hearing benefits
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
- Short term and long-term disability coverage
- 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Up to 25 vacation days
- Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
- Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
- Retirement savings programs
- Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
- 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan
- Tuition Reimbursement program
- Continuing education and professional development
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
- College savings plan
- Backup childcare
- Gym membership discounts
- A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
- Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more
- Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
