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Internships in New York City: Global Internship Programs with GCC

Writer: Melanie Pellis
Melanie Pellis
Sep 28
3 min read

Location Spotlight: New York City


New York City is one of the world's most dynamic professional environments — and a long-standing destination for Global Career Center (GCC) internship programs.


GCC supports international internship and co-op programs in New York City, connecting students with host organizations across industries while providing local support, professional development, and opportunities to experience life in the city.


From finance and business to marketing, communications, technology, nonprofits, and more, NYC offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in one of the world's leading business and cultural hubs.


What Does a GCC Internship Program in NYC Include?


While each university partnership is customized, GCC's NYC programs typically combine professional internship experience with structured support and opportunities for students to connect outside of work.


Orientation & Local Support


Students begin their internship experience with an orientation during their first week, hosted by GCC's NYC Program Director, Melanie Pellis.


Example of a previous orientation location in NYC: The Malin Library and co-working space (Flatiron District, Manhattan).


The orientation helps students settle into the city, understand what to expect from their internship experience, and connect with other students participating in the program.


Throughout the program, GCC provides local support and helps students make the most of their time in New York.


Experience NYC Together


An internship in New York is about more than the workplace. Students also have opportunities to experience the city together through group activities designed to build community and introduce students to NYC culture.


View of Yankee Stadium during a sunny baseball game, crowded stands, players on the field, and a scoreboard showing 2 strikes.

View from Yankee Stadium, home of the New York Yankees baseball team,

during summer in NYC.


Summer programs typically include multiple group experiences, which have included:


  • ⚾ New York Yankees baseball games

  • 🎭 Broadway shows

  • Exploring different NYC neighborhoods

  • Getting together for informal social activities


Smiling group poses outside a Broadway theater with MJ musical signs and a red banner, night street scene, lively mood

Summer '26 UC Berkeley interns attending the MJ Broadway show alongside Program Director, Melanie.


These experiences give students a chance to meet peers from other universities, explore the city, and build connections beyond their individual internship placements.


In-Person, Hybrid & Remote Internship Options


NYC internship placements can take a variety of formats depending on the host organization and program requirements.


Students may complete internships that are:


  • Fully in-person in Manhattan or Brooklyn

  • Hybrid, combining remote and in-person work

  • Fully remote, while still participating in the broader GCC NYC student community


For students working remotely, GCC incorporates opportunities to meet in person and collaborate with other students in the program.


We also make use of co-working spaces around NYC for occasional meet-ups, giving remote and hybrid interns a professional environment to work alongside peers, exchange ideas, and build their local network.


A Wide Range of Internship Opportunities


New York City is home to organizations across virtually every industry, creating opportunities for students with diverse academic and career interests.

GCC has supported placements in areas including:


  • Business & finance

  • Marketing & communications

  • Technology & IT

  • Nonprofit organizations

  • Operations

  • Social media & digital marketing

  • Business consulting


Host organizations can range from established companies to nonprofits, agencies, startups, and other organizations looking for motivated students to contribute to real projects.


Recent NYC internship placements have included organizations such as Ariel Partners, Dress for Success, and Social View Agency, alongside university partnerships including UC Berkeley and the University of Oslo.


Why NYC?


For domestic and international students alike, New York City offers an opportunity to develop professional skills while experiencing life in one of the world's most diverse cities. Outside of their internships, students can explore:


  • Central Park and the Brooklyn Bridge

  • Broadway and NYC's performing arts scene

  • Museums, galleries, restaurants, and cultural attractions

  • Neighborhoods across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and beyond

  • Weekend destinations throughout the New York region


NYC's extensive public transportation network also makes it easy for students to explore beyond the city. Many students take weekend trips around New York State, while others use Amtrak to visit destinations such as Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.



Interested in an NYC Internship Program?


Are you an employer interested in hosting an intern in New York City? GCC can connect host organizations with students from universities around the world and support the internship process from placement through program completion.


Are you a university looking to develop an internship or experiential learning program in NYC? We can work with your team to create a program that aligns with your students' academic and career goals.


Contact the GCC team at info@globalcareercenter.org to discuss hosting interns or developing an internship program in New York City!


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