Intern at helpNYC

2022 helpNYC Summer Internship


helpNYC is a seeking detail-orientated, focused, and organized Summer Intern. We are looking for a person who is eager to learn about the public health and social services sectors in New York City. The Intern will be working closely with the Leadership of helpNYC and supporting its programs on a daily basis. Interns will be asked to take meticulous meeting notes and take on complicated tasks as assigned.


This is an unpaid internship; course credit and references are provided.

Intern Responsibilities

  • Fulfill tasks set out by leadership from several areas of the organization

  • Attend meetings and take meticulous notes

  • Perform research on public health and social services organizations and trends

  • Represent the work of helpNYC in an empathetic, compassionate, and professional manner.

Intern Requirements

  • In their final year of college or training or a recent graduate and are 18 years of age or older

  • Eager to learn and work on complex tasks and projects

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

  • Proficiency with Google Workspace, Zoom, Monday.com, Canva, and social media platforms

  • Ability to work remotely and attend in-person meetings and events as needed

  • Be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19

  • Excellent Self-Care Skills and ability to work under pressure

  • Be available weekdays from 11:00a - 4:00p and other times as needed to attend virtual and in-person meetings

  • Have a personal computer and private workspace to work remotely

Application Requirements

  • Must demonstrate excellent knowledge of helpNYC’s Mission, Values, and Programs

  • All candidates must submit a Cover Letter, Resume, and three references with contact information

  • Be available to interview within one week of application submission




Interested applicants should submit their Cover Letter, Resume, and three references in PDF format to opportunities@helpNYC.co. Applications without the required Application Requirements listed above will be ignored. No phone calls or email inquiries will be accepted.




Updated April 15, 2022