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CUNY2X Tech
December 03, 2025
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Student Advisement:
Now that Registration is now open for classes please sign up for individualize advisement here: https://forms.gle/LEzQ3nUsA21c273v7
If you need help In the following:
Class Scheduling
Internship Guidance
Portfolio Building with Github
Please fill out the form some one will reachout. Meeting can be online or in person.
LifeSci Internship Program Career Panel
Virtual Career Panel - Careers at the Intersection of AI, Tech, and Life Sciences
Join the LifeSci NYC Internship Program on Wednesday, December 3 from 6-7 pm to learn about Careers at the Intersection of AI, Tech, and Life Sciences. The panel will feature industry professionals representing a range of career pathways, and will include an opportunity for Q&A.
Other Sessions
📅 Informational Sessions
✉️ Virtual Cover Letter Workshop
Many applicants find writing cover letters challenging, but they are a critical part of the employer selection process. Join our workshop to learn how to write effective cover letters without stress!
What you will learn: Program staff will provide step-by-step instructions to demystify the cover letter writing process, offer examples of strong letters, and highlight common mistakes.
Date & Time: Thursday, January 22 from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EST).
🔗https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Q39ioDLGQXSCrpTAjrjqKA#/registration
Game Design Internship
The Honors Scholars Program Interdisciplinary Design Game-Based Learning Lab is excited to announce a new opportunity for talented CST students to participate in digitizing Safeguard, an educational board game created in collaboration with the American Red Cross.
About the Project
Safeguard is a board game designed to teach players about the essential work the American Red Cross performs before, during, and after natural disasters. Players take on the role of Red Cross volunteers and navigate crisis-response scenarios across five U.S. states. The digital version of this game will help broaden its impact and accessibility.
We are seeking CST students who meet the following criteria:
Strong computer programming skills (i.e. C# and JavaScript)
Demonstrated interest in gaming
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Preferably proficient in game development tools such as Unity, Unreal Engine, and Godot
Application & Interview Process
To be considered, students must submit:
A resume
Links to previous projects relevant to programming or game development
After reviewing submissions, selected candidates will be invited to a technical interview held on:
December 8 from 1:00 PM–3:00 PM
December 10 from 1:00 PM–3:00 PM
Students chosen for the project will be enrolled in CST 4900 – Internship in Computer Systems for the Fall 2026 semester.
Course & Project Details
Two sections will be offered (max 15 students per section, 30 students total)
The course will be co-taught by Prof. Cunningham and Dr. Lansiquot, co-directors of the Interdisciplinary Design Game-Based Learning Lab
At the end of the semester, projects will be judged by:
Prof. Cunningham
Dr. Lansiquot
Representatives from the American Red Cross
The creator of Safeguard
Submission Deadline:
Please submit your resume and project links by Monday, December 1, to [email protected]
Students must be graduating Fall 2026 or later to be considered.
CUNY PITCH FEST
What is PitchFest?
PitchFest is a brand new CUNY event where selected CUNY students get to present programming projects they have created for classes, hackathons, or personal use to New York Tech Industry professionals to receive vital feedback while building your network.
Location: CUNY Central - 217 East 42nd Street
Questions?
Send any questions to [email protected]
Register Here:
To register, fill out this form by 1/8/2026: https://forms.gle/ZzbRKYAd3NkZzZhv8
And submit your video link by 1/8/2026.
Upcoming Workshops
Elevating Your LinkedIn
Join GWI for a free, live LinkedIn workshop designed to help you build your professional brand and stand out online. In this interactive session, you’ll learn what makes an effective LinkedIn post, create your own update, practice connecting with aspirational professionals, and make a warm connection with an industry volunteer. Perfect for students looking to build confidence, visibility, and momentum in their career. Space is limited — RSVP early to secure your spot.
CUNY2x Career Foundations Hub
If you haven’t joined any of our career foundations workshops this far we have compiled everything for students here:
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Upskill Opportunities
Girls with Impact
FREE Career Accelerator for Young Women 2026 Starts Here.
Build skills that shape your future. The new year is the perfect time to level up your confidence, leadership, and career readiness. Girls With Impact’s Career Accelerator Series is a free, live-online experience for young women (ages 18–24) to build the real-world skills and confidence they need to not just land a job—but lead in it.
In just 4 weeks, students go from “I think I can” to “I know I will.” Whether you’re learning to manage your time, build your brand, or lead a team, this two-part program gives you practical tools for career growth—plus a digital micro-credential to showcase on LinkedIn and resumes.
📅 Winter sessions start January 12 & February 9 🎓 Use code CUNYTECH to register for free 🔗 https://www.girlswithimpact.org/career-accelerator
Basta
Join Basta Discovery
Benefits of the Program
🍁 Personalized Career Report (Seekr) – Learn your career strengths & areas for growth.
🎓 11 Career Readiness Workshops – Build job-ready skills in resumes, interviewing, networking & more.
💼 Exclusive Paid Internships – After attending 1 session, access roles from employers like Bloomberg, Deutsche Bank, Monday.com, and more.
🤝 Employer Events – Join exclusive sessions after attending 3 workshops.
Access Discovery and all the above for the entire academic year in just 3 easy steps:
Click here to create your account
Select CUNY 2X Tech when asked which organization/ program invited you to Discovery
Complete the Seekr career survey (to reflect on and provide insights on your strengths + skills)
RSVP for 1-3± sessions (1 min)
Attend 1 Discovery session = access Discovery’s paid jobs board with 100+ paid internships and jobs (updated weekly)!
Attend 3 Discovery sessions = access to industry events with hiring managers throughout the academic year!
👉 Complete the steps above and attend at least 1 Discovery session: create your account today!
Internship Opportunities
🚀 Dream of breaking into venture capital?
We’re on a mission to cultivate the next generation of bold, innovative leaders
This program offers:
A 1-week intensive VC bootcamp to get you VC internship-ready
A 9-week paid summer internship at a leading NYC VC firm
$20/hr up to 40h/week for the duration of program
Access to top VCs and a network of smart, ambitious peers
Mentorship from experienced investors & startup ecosystem leaders
Eligibility Criteria:
Curiosity, hunger, intelligence, and a passion for learning about VCs and startups
You must be enrolled as an undergraduate student at a college in NYC
At the time of applying, you must have a 3.25 overall GPA or greater
No prior VC experience or coursework required
NJ TRANSIT – 2026 Summer Internship Program Info Session
Calling all CUNY students! Join NJ TRANSIT for an exclusive information session about the 2026 Summer Internship Program. Learn about exciting opportunities in the transportation industry, program benefits, and the incredible projects you could be part of.
Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST
Location: Virtual (Microsoft Teams)
Register through Handshake: Event Link
Meeting Link: Join via Microsoft Teams
Spring 2026 Curriculum Development Interns
Are you a college student passionate about computer science education? Want to gain hands-on experience building interactive learning experiences for K-12 students?
Hello World CS is seeking Curriculum Development Interns for Spring 2026!
What You'll Do:
- Build interactive learning widgets using HTML/CSS/JS
- Collaborate on K-12 curriculum development
- Review and refine educational content
- Work with our equity-focused curriculum team
Internship Details:
📅 Jan 26 - Apr 17, 2026 (12 weeks)
⏰ 10 hours/week (flexible, at least 5 hours during ET business hours)
💰 $20/hour
📍 Remote
Who Should Apply:
✅ Current college students in CS or Education (at US institutions)
✅ Experience with HTML/CSS/JavaScript
✅ Passionate about K-12 education and edTech
✅ Eligible to work in the US
Application includes a hands-on widget-building task to showcase your skills in making technical concepts accessible to young learners.
⏰ Application Deadline: December 5, 2025, 11:59 PM EST
Ready to shape the future of CS education? Apply now! 👇
https://lnkd.in/gk785Nr3
BC Universal Internships
SUMMER APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!
The NBCUniversal Internship Program allows students to unlock their potential by contributing to big projects in meaningful ways that matter. To thrive as an NBCU intern, you are ready to bring your passion for media, entertainment, and technology along with your desire to learn each day.
In addition to all of our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Summer 2026 interns:
Paid company holidays for full-time interns.
Robust networking, learning and development opportunities.
Complimentary Peacock subscription during your internship.
Free admission to Universal Parks to use during your internship.
Access to mental health resources including counseling sessions.
Financial assistance to offset expenses for transportation and housing may be available on a needs-based basis for eligible in-person interns. More details about eligibility for this assistance will be provided at the time of offer.
Summer 2026 Recruitment Timeline:
November 10 – December 5: Applications Open (may close early due to applicant volume)
Mid November – Late December: First round video interviews
Mid – Late January: Second round interviews
Late January – February: Selected candidates receive offers
Networking Events
The Human Connection. YOUR Advantage
The Human Connection. YOUR Advantage + AI will Amplify YOU!
Presented by Ad Council, Civic Hall + humanUPtions I Fueled by Tony's Chocolonely
Date + Time: Friday, December 12th I 12:30 PM - 6:30 PM EST
Venue: Civic Hall NYC- 124 E 14th St, New York, NY 10003
Companies: Ad Council, Google, EY, Walmart eCommerce, Morgan Stanley, Latte, CacheAI, Starteryou
STUDENTS: $20 I PROFESSIONALS: $50
Click to BUY TICKETS:
Sustainable Synapse: Hack for Social Impact Hackathon
Have you signed up for the Hackathon yet? Everyone should sign up, especially if you haven't managed to do any development projects this semester: https://luma.com/6rt4skq5
December 6
Academic Complex at City Tech (edited)
Ready to build a better world with your skills?
Join Sustainable Synapse: Hack for Social Impact, a hackathon designed for you to use your tech talents for a more sustainable future.
Application Parties
Need help with applying to jobs please come to our application parties where CUNY2X will help you apply to jobs.
