Partnership for Inclusive Internships

Internship Title: Clerical Aide Internship
Agency: HRA-DSS-AO
Division/Department: Division of Financial Review and Processing (DFRP)
Location: 375 Pearl St, New York, NY 10038

Program Description

The Department of Social Services (DSS) is comprised of the administrative units of the NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA) and the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). Through integrated management for HRA and DHS, client services can be provided more seamlessly and effectively. The City leverages shared services functions across agencies, which results in better day-to-day management and building an integrated mission across agencies.

The Division of Financial Review and Processing (DFRP) is a computer match unit that helps the Agency save money by closing cases that are not eligible.

Intern Responsibilities

1. Scanning and Indexing
2. Filing
3. Data entry
4. Managing emails in MS Outlook
5. Delivering mail
6. Other administrative duties as needed

Required Skills

1. Proficient in MS Excel and MS Word
2. Familiar with MS Outlook, or ability to learn
3. Some experience with data entry required
4. Have the ability to alphabetize letters for filing
5. Have strong attention to detail

Technology Requirements

• Microsoft Word and Excel

Travel Requirements

Travel to work location at 375 Pearl St. May be required to deliver mail to our Broadway location.

Days/Hours Per Week

Part-time 15-25 hours/week

Length of Internship

3-4 months, depending on work schedule

Internship Title: Data and Project Management Assistant
Agency: New York City Public Schools
Division/Department: Spec. Ed. Office
Location: 1230 Zerega Avenue Room 33, Bronx, NY 10462

Program Description

SEO’s Compliance Office is responsible for supporting district and central partners on all matters related to complying with local, state, and federal regulations for providing special education services to students with disabilities. The Compliance Team’s primary role is to liaise with the Leadership and Regional Associates (RA) of NYSED’s NYC Special Education Quality Assurance Office as well as the UFT Liaisons to NYCPS on behalf of schools, districts, and SEO offices for the purpose of correcting regulatory noncompliance and building capacity within NYCPS for sustaining compliance with all special education policies and regulations.

Intern Responsibilities

1. Project Management: Monitor due dates of all timely deliverables. Flag upcoming due dates for team members. Review documents due to SED to ensure all required documents are included.
2. Data Management: Assist team members with uploading documents pertaining to SED and UFT complaints and CAPs into OneDrive, creating data graphs for reporting purposes and presentations.
3. Clerical support, facilitating group meeting calendar invitations, other related administrative tasks as requested by supervisor.

Required Skills

1. Experience and proficiency in Excel, including creating filters.
2. Proficiency in using OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams, and other Office 365 apps.
3. Capacity for basic communications via email, using online searches to locate information.
4. Seeks and receives feedback.

Technology Requirements

Desktop Computer with 2 monitors, webcam and headset with microphone.

Travel Requirements

May need to travel from 1230 Zerega Avenue in the Bronx to 52 Chambers Street infrequently.

Days/Hours Per Week

Monday-Wednesday/20 hours

Length of Internship

4-5 months

Internship Title: Assistant Director on Disproportionality/Program Manager
Agency: New York City Public Schools
Division/Department: Spec. Ed. Office
Location: 52 Chambers Street, Room 220, NY, NY, 10007 or 28-11 Queens Plaza North Long Island City, NY 11101 or Remote

Program Description

The Division of Inclusive and Accessible Learning (DIAL), in partnership with Diversity, Equity, Belonging, Inclusion and Interdependence (DEBIs), and the Equity Action Plan Coalition – Black Studies Curriculum (EEAPC-BSC), is offering a dynamic internship opportunity for emerging leaders interested in educational equity.

Under the guidance of the Lead Advisor on Disproportionality, the intern will support critical initiatives focused on equity, inclusion, and access in NYC Public Schools. This includes engaging in data analysis, research, policy review, and the implementation of the Black Studies Curriculum across schools and programs citywide.

Intern Responsibilities

1. Assist with data entry, management, and basic analysis using Excel and Google Sheets
2. Support the creation and posting of presentations, documents, and resources on Google Drive for educators and stakeholders
3. Organize communications for district-level implementation of the Black Studies Curriculum (BSC), including email follow-ups and calendar coordination
4. Pull and synthesize data from Microsoft and Google Forms to build contact lists and communications
5. Design visually compelling slideshows using event photos and curriculum content

Required Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially:
  • Outlook (email/calendar)
  • Excel (data organization)
  • PowerPoint (presentation design)
  • Word (document creation)
• Skilled in Google Workspace tools:
  • Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides
• Ability to manage digital calendars and coordinate virtual/in-person meetings
• Organized, responsive, and collaborative with strong attention to detail
• Interest in public education, equity, social justice, or public policy is a plus

Technology Requirements

• Reliable high-speed internet
• Access to a personal computer (preferably with dual screens for productivity)
• Basic photo and slideshow editing capabilities

Travel Requirements

This can be primarily a remote-based internship, with occasional in-person meetings may be requested and can be arranged with flexibility. However, If preferred, workspace and computer access can be provided at a designated NYCPS location.

Days/Hours Per Week

Up to 3 days a week, Up to 5 hours per day

Length of Internship

Ongoing