Partnership for Inclusive Internships

Internship Title: Assistant Director on Disproportionality/Program Manager
Agency: New York City Public Schools
Division/Department: Spec. Ed. Office
Locations:

• 52 Chambers Street, Room 220, NY, NY, 10007 or
• 28-11 Queens Plaza North Long Island City, NY 11101 or
• Remote

Program/Agency 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
6. Support virtual equity-centered presentations, including logistics and digital access for school-based participants
7. Support In person events and activities

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

Days/Hours Per Week

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

Length of Internship

Ongoing

Internship Title: Administrative Intern
Agency: Empire State Development
Division/Department: Office of Strategic Workforce Development
Location: 655 3^rd Ave, New York, NY 10017

Program Description

The Office of Strategic Workforce Development supports improving alignment amongst workforce development initiatives across New York State through directly administering grants for programs leading to in-demand jobs and collaboration with other NYS agencies overseeing programs preparing people to enter the labor force.

A key aspect of this work is collecting and analyzing data on program performance and participant outcomes to demonstrate the impact of the state’s investment in workforce development.

Intern Responsibilities

1. Review paperwork required to provide grantees access to database used for tracking participant outcomes
2. Correspond with grantees and state agency partners as necessary to confirm appropriate system access and technical support
3. Utilize available resources to update participant details for data standardization and improved performance assessment

Required Skills

• Attention to detail, ability to work independently, adept at written communication
• Familiarity with spreadsheets and conducting internet research
• High school diploma or equivalent

Technology Requirements

Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Travel Requirements

No travel required

Days/Hours Per Week

15-25 hours per week, depending on schedule.

Length of Internship

4-5 months, depending on schedule

Internship Title: DEIA Intern
Agency: DEIA Office at NYS DHR Placement
Division/Department: The New York State Division of Human Rights

Program Description

The New York State Division of Human Rights is dedicated to eliminating discrimination, remedying injustice, and promoting equal opportunity, access, and dignity.  Our vision is a New York free of discrimination where everyone can fulfill their potential and participate fully in the life of the state.

Reporting to the Chief Belonging Officer, the Inclusive Intern will help move forward the implementation of strategies to foster belonging through the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility across the Division and externally. The new Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) Office will lead the work to create a welcoming, inclusive and equitable environment for all staff and the public interacting with the Division.

Intern Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include:

• Conduct research on policies, programs, regulations and legislation in relation to DEIA and write concise research briefs including data findings, based on available and tracked data.
• Research and test innovative solutions to foster inclusivity and accessibility, present findings in written reports and/or meetings with other colleagues at the Division of Human Rights.
• Assist with data entry, such as tracking and consolidating varying reports.
• Provide administrative support, such as scheduling meetings, notetaking, troubleshooting, and reserving conference rooms/meeting space in NYC and sometimes other locations, primarily in Albany.
• Create documents to memorialize office processes, research findings, project reports, best practices and more to ensure team continuity.
• Collaborate with colleagues at other units to assist with creation and update of resources and content created by the DEIA Office, including staff messaging, resources, surveys and more.
• Support shared inbox and/or answering the main phone line by responding low-stake communications, using templated responses that they will help create.
• Research and document cultural commemoration and observances dates, conferences of note, and the like.
• Provide administrative and project management support for agency’s participation in the New York State Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Council.
• Organize the shared drive and SharePoint site.

Minimum Qualifications Required for Appointment:

• Current enrollment in an accredited degree program; or
• An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college, and 18 months of satisfactory, full-time professional experience; or
• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and two and one-half years of satisfactory full-time professional experience.
• Ability to work from our New York City Office located in the Bronx. May be asked to travel on an as-needed basis.
• Demonstrated ability to work remotely/telecommute.
• Punctual and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Regard for confidentiality.
• Flexibility in managing competing tasks, ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills
• Strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point and AdobePro.
• Experience working directly with clients or in a customer service role.
• Ability to prepare and communicate clear and concise reports.
• Excellent communication, writing, and research skills.