NYC Office of the Mayor

Who can apply to the Internship Program?

Please refer to the guidelines outlined below to determine if you are eligible to apply for the Mayor’s Office Internship Program.

Summer Term

High School Students:

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Must have current working papers/employment certification at the time of application.
• Must be enrolled in high school or accepted to an undergraduate degree program

Undergraduate Students:

• Must be currently enrolled and registered for courses at a college or university.

Graduate Students:

• Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program.Recent graduates are not eligible to intern.

Note: There are no residency requirements for any summer interns.

Fall/Spring Term

High School Students:

• Must be a New York City resident.
• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Must have current working papers at the time of application.
• Must be enrolled in high school.

Undergraduate/Graduate Students:

• Must be a New York City resident.
• Must be currently enrolled and accumulating credits in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a two- or four-year accredited institution.

Veterans

Veterans of the United States Armed Forces who possess a high school diploma or its equivalent and have served on active duty, for any length of time, in the two years preceding the first day of the internship are eligible to apply.

How long is the Internship Program?

The Summer Terms run from June – August.

The Fall/Spring Terms run from October – April.

Please refer to the Internship Timeline for exact dates.

Is the Mayor’s Office Internship a paid position?

When can I apply?

Please refer to the Internship Timeline for exact dates.

How do I apply?

To apply, a completed application must be submitted during one of the application periods via the Apply Here page. Please refer to the Internship Timeline for the exact dates of the application periods.

Can I mail or email my application and/or my resume?

No, we do not accept applications sent by email or U.S. mail. Only fully completed applications submitted via our website within the specified application periods will be reviewed and considered.

I’m 15 years old. Am I still eligible to intern?

No. You must be 16 years of age or older to apply for an internship with the NYC Mayor’s Office. All applicants under the age of 18 must have Youth Working Papers/Employment Certification that is current and available for review by the Mayor’s Office before they may begin work.

I am interested in multiple positions in several different Mayor’s Office departments. Can I apply to more than one internship position?

Yes, you can apply to any position that interests you. A separate application must be completed for each position.

How will I know if I’ve been accepted?

All applicants will be notified of their acceptance or denial to the program via email. Visit the Internship Timeline page for more information on when you can expect to be notified.

What is the recruitment process for the Internship Program?

Candidates submit their applications during one of the application periods. A hiring manger will review the applications and conduct interviews with qualified candidates. Only candidates who submit fully completed applications will be considered.

Once a candidate has been selected to fill a position, they will receive a verbal conditional offer. The candidate will then work with Human Resources to begin the on-boarding process.

If selected for an internship, what documentation is needed for the on-boarding process?

Candidates are required to provide the following original documents to complete the on-boarding process:

• Driver’s License/State Photo ID
• Birth Certificate or Unexpired Passport
• Social Security Card
• Proof of Address
• Official College/University or High School Transcript
• Permanent Resident Card/Alien Registration Receipt Card (if applicable)
• Employment Authorization Card (if applicable)
• Working Papers (if applicant is under the age of 18)

Does the Mayor’s Office provide sponsorships for foreign students?

No, we do not sponsor foreign students. All international students must have authorization to work in the United States. During the Fall/Spring Term, NYC residency is required within 90 days of employment.

Is housing available?

No, the Mayor’s Office does not provide housing. For your convenience, the Mayor’s Office has compiled a list of summer housing opportunities offered through several New York City-based providers. Click here to view this list.

Can Internships lead to full-time positions?

An internship does not guarantee full-time employment. However, many previous interns have successfully pursued employment with the Mayor’s Office after completing their internship. Anyone seeking full-time work within the Mayor’s Office is required to apply to positions as they become available using the Jobs page. You may also search for additional employment opportunities within New York City government on the NYC Careers Page.

I have a disability and would like to request an accommodation. Who should I contact?

Applicants with disabilities may contact Human Resources directly to request and arrange for accommodations. You may request an accommodation at any time during the application period or on-boarding process. Please submit your requests to Human Resources by email at interns@cityhall.nyc.gov.

I have additional questions that were not answered above. Who should I contact?

If you have any additional questions, you may email interns@cityhall.nyc.gov.