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The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey 2026 Summer Internship Program
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CUNY2X Tech
December 10, 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
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The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey 2026 Summer Internship Program
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) is a dynamic organization that plays a pivotal role in shaping our region's transportation infrastructure. PANYNJ oversees major airports, seaports, bridges, tunnels, and transportation hubs, contributing significantly to the economic vitality of the New York metropolitan area. Offering a diverse range of opportunities for student internships, the Port Authority provides a unique platform to kickstart a career in fields such as engineering, finance, operations, and more. This is a chance to contribute to work that shapes the future of the NY/NJ region.
Program Dates: Thursday, May 28 – Friday, August 21, 2026. Five days/week at 7.25 hours/day. Some roles may offer hybrid scheduling.
Compensation: Hourly wages are $18.07 to $30.31, depending on the department.
Departments: Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Finance, Sustainability, Communications, Operations, Data Analytics, Technology, Project Management, Planning, Customer Experience, Security, and more.
Eligibility:
• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at the time of internship (cannot graduate before or during Summer 2026).
• Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is accepted for eligible international students.How to Apply: All internship applications are posted on the Port Authority Careers site. Positions will also appear on Handshake for participating schools. Students may apply to multiple roles. Students should keep an eye on the Careers site for additional openings (newer openings will appear toward the top on the first page).
Application Deadline: Sunday, January 4, 2026
AI Ventures Accelerator
The AI Ventures Accelerator is a completely free, 12-week program (January-March 2026) that helps teams of young women ages 19-24 turn their ideas into investor-ready AI ventures. The top 10 teams will win $10,000 in equity-free seed funding.
What makes this unique:
No coding or AI experience required - but teams who bring this will have an advantage
Completely free—no hidden fees
Expert mentorship from industry leaders
Real funding opportunities ($100,000 total for top teams)
Flexible 10-15 hours/week commitment
We're currently accepting applications from young women in the US, India, Mexico, and Nigeria, with a deadline of December 31, 2025.
CUNY Tech Prep
This year, we're opening the application earlier (Dec 2025) so you can get yours in before finals! However, we will be reviewing applications starting in the early Spring which is when we move applicants along our process on a rolling basis, but generally: *** the sooner you apply, the sooner you may have a chance to interview with us!***
You will hear from us by at least March 2026, (if not sooner).
Apply Here:
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.
Sign Up Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/elevating-your-linkedin-cuny-x-girls-with-impact-workshop-tickets-1974982090598?aff=oddtdtcreator
New York City Economic Development Corporation – Internship Information Sessions
NYCEDC is New York City’s primary vehicle for promoting economic growth in each of the five boroughs. Their mission is to create shared prosperity across New York City’s five boroughs by strengthening neighborhoods and growing good jobs – and they’re dedicated to the creation of a dynamic, equitable, and sustainable urban economy.
The Summer Internship Program is a paid 10-week experience and an opportunity for students and emerging professionals to explore a career in public service. Hourly rates vary from $20-25/hour. Summer interns work on exciting projects in one of NYCEDC’s many dynamic departments. They also participate in training programs, networking events, and other professional development opportunities over the course of the program.
Learn more about the internship program and the 20+ open roles at the following informational sessions. Use the links to register!
Information Session #1: December 10, 2025, 11-11:45 am EST
Information Session #2: December 18, 2025, 4-4:45 pm EST
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
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
2026 - Product Management Intern, US
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
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