COMD Communication Design Internship Coordination Site

Find an Internship, FAQS, Resources

Reminder: City Tech Job Fair this Friday, April 16th.

Dear COMD students, the college is hosting a job fair on April 16th from 12 to 2 PM in the Academic Complex. . Please the City Tech Job Fair OpenLab Site for more details. There is a listing of companies that will be attending on the home page of the site. Please review the site for companies you might be interested in working for and have a resume and portfolio prepared prior to attending the fair. It is very good experience attending a job fair and if you are seeking an internship for summer 2026 or Fall 2026, I strongly urge you attend this fair.

Recording of today’s presentation about the Brooklyn Navy Yard Green Careers Internship –Applications for this summer are closed but there are helpful tips for applying for Summer 2027

Dear COMD students, please review this recording about the Brooklyn Navy Yard’s summer ’26 Green Careers Internship program. The presentation is only 17 minutes long and it has valuable information about this program, including other opportunties such as tours and a design challenge that this program offers separate from the Summer internship program.

OPENLAB INTERNSHIP (REMOTE) – FALL 2026

The OpenLab, City Tech’s open, online community, seeks interns to join the OpenLab Team this coming semester and possibly beyond. Our goal is to help students gain valuable experience collaborating on this high-profile software project. 

OpenLab Interns will receive training and work on semester-long projects to help improve the OpenLab and provide support to the OpenLab community. 

Interns will support the following based on interest and the current needs of the project:

  • UX/UI improvements (including accessibility)
  • Promotions and campaigns
  • Social media & Blogging
  • Student outreach and workshops
  • OpenLab member support
  • Information architecture
  • WordPress testing
  • Copywriting
  • Tutorial creation

The candidate should be enthusiastic, dependable, attentive to details, and able to work remotely 10-12 hours per week. Meeting schedule will take intern’s schedule into account. The majority of weekly meetings will be remote.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Ability to use technology to participate professionally in remote working meetings (on camera, screen share, etc)
  • Effective project management skills, especially in meeting deadlines
  • Ability to communicate remotely and in-person with team, OpenLab members, and other collaborators
  • Completion of four semesters of course work in your major or equivalent (COMD2400 for COMD students)
  • Good academic standing
  • OPTIONAL SKILLS
    • OpenLab & WordPress
    • Web Design, Video Editing, Photography
    • Figma, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Submit materials to openlab@citytech.cuny.edu with subject “OpenLab Internship Application.”

  • Short cover letter (email)
  • Resume (online or PDF)
  • Portfolio of recent work (online or PDF)
  • (2) References – names/contact info for two recent professors

Applications reviewed on a rolling basis until August 30th.

A great Networking Opportunity: Havana Film Festival 2026

Dear students, the Havana Film Festival is coming up this year in May. The festival celebrates Latin American Cinema and begins on May 1st and runs until May 7th. If you are interested in motion graphics/video editing, volunteering at this festival is a great way to network and form professional connections that can help you land an internship or a job. They have a volunteer form on their site and you can volunteer there this year and maybe next year intern if you are enrolled in COMD 4900. Volunteer with a fellow COMD student and you can do some graphic design work and enjoy some great films also.

Homepage of the 2026 Havana
Film Festival (HFFNY)

CUNY TV Uncut Seeking a Student Host–this is a Paid Job and Ideal for All COMD students interested in Storytelling through Video Production–Apply ASAP!

CUNY Uncut looking for its next student host! A new television show and podcast, CUNY Uncut explores topics on the minds of CUNY students with an approach that is uncensored, unedited, and uncut. If you’re passionate about CUNY college culture, conducting interviews and producing engaging content, we’d love to have you join the legacy of CUNY Uncut student hosts.

As the new host, you’ll take on a variety of engaging and impactful tasks, including:

  • Conducting thorough research on guests and topics to create compelling interview questions that captivate viewers.
  • Brainstorming innovative episode concepts at the pulse of college culture and integrating them into each episode through insightful discussions.
  • Booking guests, organizing pre-interviews and coordinating schedules with various teams to ensure smooth production logistics.
  • Producing digital video content from concept to delivery, contributing to CUNY Uncut’s mission of creating impactful, uncensored, unedited and uncut content.
  • Editing final broadcasts using Adobe Premiere Pro to ensure high-quality content that meets CUNY TV standards.
  • Creating and producing promotional content for CUNY Uncut and CUNY TV’s social media platforms to enhance online visibility and attract new viewers.
  • Collaborating closely with the project manager, production head, library team and web team to meet episode deadlines and maintain consistency.

Qualifications:

  • Basic knowledge and experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop and Illustrator.
  • Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team player.
  • Excellent project management and prioritization skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • High-quality work ethic.

Requirements:

  • Current CUNY undergraduate student.
  • Major in media, journalism, communications, marketing or a related field.
  • Flexible schedule (part-time, minimum of 2 days per week).

What We Need From You:

  • Resume
  • Video introduction/personal statement (up to 1 minute)
    Please include name, current school, major and what makes you best for the position.
  • Letter of recommendation

Apply now by March 31st at 11:59pm! | https://ybephbsyus.formstack.com/forms/cunyuncut_host_2026

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PGSF 2026-27 Academic Year Student Scholarship Applications are Open!

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Over $560,000 in Scholarships will be awarded to
high school seniors or students already

enrolled in a post-secondary program.

-Applications must be completed and submitted by May1, 2026
-A student who is or will be enrolled in a printing or graphics program
 at a technical school, college or university within the United States may apply.

Apply here: www.pgsf.org/scholarship-application

Join the COMD 4900 Zoom ACE Internship Information Session Friday, 3/13, 12:30 to 2: 00 PM . Mr. Rivera of the Brooklyn Navy Yard will be joining to discuss the Navy Yard’s Green Careers Internship Program

Are you a junior or senior planning to take COMD 4900 in Summer 2026, Fall 2026 or Spring of 2027?  If so, join us to understand the steps you need to take this semester to prepare for COMD 4900 such as: 

Even if you are a freshman or sophomore, attending this session will help you understand the class and the CUNY Internship programs available to you.

You will hear directly from:

  • Edwin Rivera, Brookyn Navy Yard, Program Manager, Workplace Development, to discuss the Brooklyn Navy Yard’s Green Careers Summer Accelerator Program.
  • Peri Sharpe, Career Specialist from ASAP/ACE
  • Prof. Tanya Goetz and Prof. Stella Nicolaou, instructors of the department’s internship courses

Click to join the session: Zoom link

Recording of COMD 4900 Internship Presentation from Thursday, 2/19

For the of you who missed the presentation, see this recording of the department’s presentation with ACE about the COMD 4900 Internship Class. You will learn about the steps to prepare for enrolling in this class from resources provided on the COMD Internship Communication site to those here at the college and also hear from Mr. Rivera, Program Manager of Workforce Development for the Brooklyn Navy Yard’s Internship Program.

We will be holding another of these presentations on Friday, 3/13 from 12:30 until 2 so it you missed the presentation live on Thursday, you will have an opportunity be present on zoom again.

Life Science NYC Spring 2026 and Summer 2026 Internships.

The LifeSci NYC Internship Program is the City of New York’s innovative, paid internship program to develop the City’s next generation of life sciences leaders. The program provides quality internships for undergraduate and graduate students, while offering curriculum and training support with refined “hard” skills in the sciences and “soft” skills of professional and personal development.  To learn about new openings for full and part-time jobs, spring and fall internships, upcoming career panels, and other program information, please sign up for the LifeSci NYC Internship Program Meetup group and join our Career Development Network on LinkedIn.



This is a paid internship program and offers spots in Science Communications and Marketing.

Key Dates (2025 – 2026)

  • As of September 1, 2025, our 2025-26 application is open, allowing applicants to apply for opportunities posted through August 31, 2026. Any applicants to previous years will need to submit a new application for continued access.
  • December 31, 2025 – Early deadline for summer applications
  • Now – May 2026 – Academic year internships; dates and length determined by mutual agreement between host and intern
  • Now – Summer 2026 – Rolling selection and placement of summer internship applicants with hosts
  • Late May 2026 (exact dates TBD) – Pre-internship “Boot Camp” intensive training for placed interns
  • Late May – Early August 2026 – Typical summer internship period is 10 weeks

As an extra bonus, they offer an excellent cover letter cheatsheet and email cheatsheet that will be useful in other job applications as well.

Symmetry Systems Seeking Marketing Intern For Summer 2026

Symmetry Systems is an Data+AI Security company. Per the job listing: “Join our growing data security company as a Marketing Design Intern. In this role, you’ll support our marketing team by creating visually arresting images and videos that communicate complex security concepts in an engaging, accessible way. This is an excellent opportunity to build your portfolio while gaining experience in the cybersecurity industry.” To see more details about this job go to: https://jobs.lever.co/SymmetrySystems/c96ac652-4d9b-46e9-b776-377119398827 . The link to apply is: https://jobs.lever.co/SymmetrySystems/c96ac652-4d9b-46e9-b776-377119398827/apply. You should have a cover letter and your resume should include your portfolio link.

Responsibilities

  • Create eye-catching visual content for social media, website, email campaigns, and marketing materials
  • Design infographics that simplify complex data security concepts for various audiences
  • Produce short-form video content for digital marketing channels
  • Assist with maintaining brand consistency across all visual assets
  • Support the development of presentation materials for client pitches and industry events
  • Collaborate with marketing team members to understand design needs and objectives

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Digital Media, Visual Communications, or related field
  • Portfolio demonstrating strong visual design skills and creativity
  • Proficiency with design software (Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar)
  • Proficiency with generative AI
  • Video editing skills 
  • Experience with motion graphics or animation
  • Understanding of design principles and current visual trends
  • Ability to translate technical information into visually compelling content
  • Strong attention to detail and time management skills
  • Interest in or knowledge of cybersecurity or data protection concepts (Nice to have)

Spring 2026 Internship at Palmtree LLC magazine

One of our COMD interns worked at Palmtree Magazine last semester. Mr. Vargas worked as a social media intern for this new company doing video editing, taking photos and he also assisted with camera work, setting up lighting, etc. If you are interested in fashion, this could be a good internship site for you. It is not a paid internship so you do have to be enrolled in COMD 4900 for credit to apply for this spot. Read the About section of the company’s website to learn more: https://palmtreemag.com/about/. If you are interested in this spot, please send a cover letter and resume to Vinik Ernest, founder & Editor-in-Chief of Palmtree Magazine. His email is vinik@palmtreemag.com.

COMD 4900 Zoom Internship Information Session with ACE on Thursday, 2/19, 12:30 to 2 PM.

Please make time to attend this session to learn about this Senior Capstone class and how to prepare for this class well before you enroll in COMD 4900. Are you a junior or senior seeking to take COMD 4900 in Summer 2026, Fall 2026 or Spring of 2027? If so, come to this session to learn about what you need to do THIS semester to land the internship that will help you build your future career such as creating your resume and a portfolio and creating your Handshake profile. Freshmen and sophomore students are encouraged to attend this session to learn about this class and about CUNY Internship programs.

Prof. Tanya Goetz and Prof. Stella Nicolaou, who teach the department internship classes will be present, as will Peri Sharpe, ASAP/ACE’s Career Specialist.Please click on this Zoom link to join this session.

Summer 26 Art Intern spot at Quanta Magazine–great opportunity for illustration, photography, and graphic design focused COMD students.

This spot was just posted 3 days ago and so apply ASAP as I don’t think it will be available for long. See Details below and apply at:

Description

Art Intern, Quanta Magazine

POSITION SUMMARY

Quanta Magazine is looking for a motivated art and design intern for the summer of 2026. This is an outstanding opportunity for a beginning designer to learn about editorial design, illustration and photography, infographics and web production while developing real-world skills at a dynamic digital magazine centered on the world of science. The intern will receive training and mentoring from the art team and the magazine editors and will potentially leave with some nice portfolio pieces.

This paid internship is full time at 40 hours per week. It will take place on-site at the Simons Foundation offices in New York City between June 1st to August 14th, 2026.

Learn more about summer internships at Simons Foundation here: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/summer-at-simons.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist the art director with art and photography research; contact scientists and press officers to track down images to illustrate articles, blog posts and other features.
  • Assist the graphics editor with research for infographics.
  • Assist the web producer with miscellaneous tasks.
  • Depending on the candidate skills: develop illustrations, infographics and layouts and/or work on color correction and photo editing.
  • Perform other duties or tasks as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Candidates should be working toward a degree in art/design.
  • A strong portfolio in one or more of the following: graphic design, digital illustration, Infographics and data visualization, web design and development, animation, photo editing.
  • Knowledge of Illustrator and Photoshop.
  • A strong interest in science is a big plus.
  • Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Figma, 3D illustration and After Effects is also a plus.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

  • Please submit a resume and cover letter describing your interest in this position.
  • Portfolio showing at least 10 pieces you have worked on previously, explaining the context of their creation and your role in it.

COMPENSATION

  • This internship pays $20 to $25 per hour, depending on degree level.

ABOUT QUANTA

Quanta Magazine is an award-winning, editorially independent online publication launched by the Simons Foundation to enhance public understanding of science. Our reporters and editors focus on developments in mathematics, theoretical physics, theoretical computer science and the basic life sciences, with an emphasis on delivering timely, accurate, in-depth and well-crafted articles for our broad, discerning audience. Quanta was awarded a 2022 Pulitzer Prize in explanatory reporting, a 2020 National Magazine Award for general excellence, and a 2025 National Magazine Award for best single-topic issue. Quanta has syndication partnerships with Wired, The Atlantic and other publications, has published two books (Alice and Bob Meet the Wall of Fire and The Prime Number Conspiracy) and our articles have been translated into several languages.

Our Commitment to Expanding Pathways to Science & Opportunities for All:

Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind and expand our collective understanding of our world. As part of our mission, we support partners, programs, and initiatives that seek to broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers.

The Simons Foundation provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law.

To apply, please visit: https://simonsfoundation.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/simonsfoundationcareers/job/Art-Intern–Quanta-Magazine_R0002010

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Digital content Manager Spring 26 intern– Olamin

Dear Spring 2026 interns, this spot is listed at: https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit/08f8cfb44c67481daf84f72ac425014a-olamim-oakland. It is a remote spot and it is 10 hours a week and it is paid. See the link for all details and to apply. Job Description is below. Please note that if you have not yet found a spot as yet for Spring 2026, https://www.idealist.org/en if one of the listings under Internship Resources/Online Job Sites that is great to keep checking as it works with non-profit groups who are often seeking interns. Typically, the spots are paid an hourlly rate or have a stipend.

Description

Olamim is seeking a Digital Content Manager Intern to support our growing digital presence and community engagement. This person will play a hands-on role in creating and posting compelling, mission-aligned content that not only inspires and educates, but also drives action, including event registration, email sign-ups, and donations. This is an excellent opportunity for a student or emerging professional interested in social media storytelling, community-based organizations, bilingual content, and values-driven marketing.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation & Storytelling

  • Create engaging social media content (Instagram posts, carousels, reels, stories; occasional Facebook content)
  • Draft captions that reflect Olamim’s bilingual, bicultural voice (Spanish/English; Hebrew a plus)
  • Repurpose program photos, short videos, quotes, and testimonials into compelling digital content
  • Support light Canva design using existing brand templates

Engagement & Conversion

  • Write clear calls-to-action (CTAs) for:
    • Program registration (Family School, Cantamos, community events)
    • Email list growth
    • Fundraising campaigns and appeals
  • Support content tied to seasonal moments (Jewish holidays, cultural celebrations, heritage months, campaign launches)
  • Assist in shaping content that moves audiences from awareness → interest → action

Content Planning & Analytics

  • Help maintain Olamim social media content calendar
  • Track basic engagement metrics (likes, shares, follower increase, comments, link clicks) and flag what performs well

Collaboration

  • Work directly with Operations and Community Outreach Manager and Executive Director
  • Participate in short weekly check-ins (30 minutes)
  • Coordinate content needs around programs, holidays, grants, and campaigns

Desired Qualifications

  • Interest in social justice, education, culture, and/or community-based nonprofit work
  • Strong writing skills with an ear for warm, inclusive, values-based language
  • Familiarity with Instagram and digital storytelling trends
  • Comfort using Canva (or willingness to learn quickly)
  • Organized, reliable, and able to work independently in a remote environment
  • Spanish proficiency strongly preferred; Hebrew familiarity a plus
  • Experience with nonprofits, education, or cultural organizations is a plus, but not required

What You’ll Gain

  • Hands-on experience managing content for a mission-driven organization
  • Mentorship in nonprofit communications, storytelling, and conversion strategy
  • Portfolio-ready social media and digital content samples
  • Exposure to bilingual and multicultural community engagement
  • A meaningful role in strengthening belonging for families and communities

Reminder: Spring 2026 COMD Interns: CUNY TV Applications for Spring 2026 Internships opened the first week of January and the deadline is January 20th: Apply ASAP!!

Dear COMD student, for those of you interested in motion graphics , the submission of applications to CUNY TV for Spring 2025 has now opened . See this link to learn more about the program: https://tv.cuny.edu/homepage/internship-mentorshipprogram/ and the different job descriptions that are available and the link to apply.  These are great internships. If you have questions, email me at tgoetz@citytech.cuny.edu

Membit Inc. is Seeking Interns for Spring 2026 –Apply ASAP!

Membit Inc. is looking for interrns to assist with the following projects. This internship is not paid but if you are enrolled in COMD 4900 for Spring 2026, you will earn credits and you will work directly with the CEO of the company who previously taught at CityTech for 10 years.  In addition, It does come with 1 free private channel to each intern, so they can create an AR experience for their own portfolio to show people, and assistance in creating that.  Please send your resume, cover letter and portfolio link to  jay@membit.co and put internship in the subject line. Please see the descriptions below of each project and what skills sets are needed on each project.

Jamaica Youth Basketball Arena Project – Needed 2-4 graphic designers, Forward thinking marketers / storytellers

Rod Wave Elite, Overtime Elite, Unrivaled, Creator League, Baller League… A new generation of sports leagues that speak directly to a new generation of fans through social media is revolutionizing sports. We want to bring this phenomenon to NYC and we have a  location in Jamaica Queens where the next great sports-entertainment venue will rise. Be part of the branding team that create the visuals that tell the story of this project to local officials, business people and investors. You will work with the lead creative director on the project, and will end the semester with an excellent portfolio piece showing your creativity and graphic design skills. Skills needed: photoshop, illustrator, photography, typography

XR Guild Web Design Team – needed 2 UI/UX and Web Designers

The XR Guild is a non-profit membership organization pushing for better ethics in the AR/VR industry. Although the people in the org work in AR and VR they find out about the organization through it’s website and therefore the organization is initiating a major revamp of it’s website to better tell it’s story and reach new potential members. You will work directly with the organization’s creative lead for the website initiative and other sr. leaders of the org. Your designs will be built into the new XR guild website and will make a great portfolio piece. Skills needed web layout, photoshop, illustrator, photography, typography

Harlem Walk of Honor Augmented Reality Display — needed 2-4 designers who want to learn Augmented Reality

Be part of the team that improves and expands on the existing Harlem Walk of Honor at the Schomburg Center in Harlem. This project is a groundbreaking exhibition that uses augmented reality to tell the story of African-Americans who achieved great things and contributed to culture, arts, sciences, and business of Harlem. You will learn how to create AR using the no-code platform, Membit. Working with the companies CEO, you will learn about 3d experience design from one of the leading experts in this brand new field. No AR experience needed just bring your design skills, your willingness to try new things and your creative outside-the-box thinking. Skills needed: Photoshop, Illustrator, willingness to learn basic 3d modeling. 

Examples of Membit past projects:

Membit is currently working with a local nonprofit, Santuary Spaces, that is focused on telling the stories of Brooklyn in the neighborhoods near CityTech, specifically Bedford-Stuyvesant and Viniger Hill / Dumbo. 

Part of the internship will be working on creating Augmented Reality and part of it will be about publicizing these experiences through social media and other means. 

NO Coding needed!  Membit is all no-code and you create on the phone, so anyone that is reasonably good with a smart phone can learn to do it, and you will also get to create your own projects as you learn how to think about spacial communication. 

Interested in Sports?/ Local Professional Boxer & Trainer, Raul Frank, Seeking Social Media Intern Spring 2026

Raul Frank, a former professional fighter,  is looking for an intern(s) to help him create digital content over the semester. Raul is a three-time boxing champion. He currently trains clients out of Gleason’s Gym in Brooklyn, New York. He  helps them to lose weight through boxing-based workouts. Raul has worked with COMD design interns in the past. Previously, students have created content for him by using pictures from his boxing career and footage from clients that he trains.

The intern(s) would work with his son, Josh Frank, over the semester. Josh manages the online content for Mr. Frank. Mr. Frank’s website is:

raulfrankfitness

Mr. Frank’s Instagram  is raulfrankboxing.

This internship is flexible about schedule. Please contact joshjfrank@berkeley.edu to set up an interview.  COMD interns with an interest in photography and video editing  have had excellent experience at this internship spot in the past. This spot is unpaid but if you are enrolled in the Spring 2026 COMD  4900 Internhip course, and you will earn credits while gaining valuable experience.

Please email joshjfrank@berkeley.edu with a resume, cover letter and portfolio link if this spot interests you.

Baruch College’s Office of Institutional Research is Seeking 2 Interns for Spring 2026.

Baruch College’s Office of Institutional Research is seeking a team of two COMD students to support the department’s graphic design, marketing, and web support needs for its communications to work on logo design, document formatting, and promotional material development. Some support of a WordPress site will be needed on an ad hoc basis. This internship will be hybrid, with some remote work and some in-person work. 

To apply for one of these internships, please send your resume, portfolio, and cover letter to Institutional Research Data Scientist, Trang Nguyen, Her email is trang.nguyen@baruch.cuny.edu.

Please apply for this position by 01/27/2026 The internship will start at the beginning of the Spring 2026 semester.

Women’s Press Collective Needs Spring 2026 Interns

Women’s Press Collective   also needs interns. They are a non-profit that works on grass roots political work on issues related to women and children and economic inequality here in NYC. The Women’s Press Collectivve  produces a magazine and  they also have digital printing presses for students to work with and they will train students on how to run them and design brochures, etc. for output on these presses.  To learn more about them, watch this Youtube video  or read the About Us section of their website. If you are interested in illustration or photography, this is a good spot as they do publish illustrations and photographic work by NYC artists in their magazine, on the cover and on the inside layouts. YOU could be one of those artists–students in the past have had their illustrations on the cover and on stories inside the magazine If you are interested in graphic design, this spot should definitely be of interest.  Note, this is an in-person spot and you need to be vaccinated to work there . If students call on Friday, they usually have them come in on Saturday for training which is included in their Time sheet.  They often take more than one intern as they work with many other organizations and print the work of other clients and students often can design for their other clients.  Contact information is below:

Women’s Press Collective
229 W 193rd St, Bronx, NY 10463
Contact:  Lisa Daniell, 718-543-5100
Email: womenspresscollective@yahoo.com

A Valedictorian of City Tech from the Communication Department worked here about five years ago. The magazine this print has excellent content that mainstream media does not carry.

The Advertising Agency Ogily Summer Internship Deadline is January 5th. Apply ASAP!!

Dear COMD students, you just finished classes and had a rest over the holidays and so NOW is the time to work on applying for internships.

1. Ogilvy Summer 2026 Internship Program (Paid)

Applications Now Open

Deadline: January 5, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET

The Ogilvy Summer Internship is a paid, 10-week immersive experience running from June to August 2026. Interns contribute directly to team projects, gaining real-world exposure to agency life and client

Available Summer 2026 Internship Positions (11 Roles)

Ogilvy has opened 11 internship roles across Business and Creative tracks. To access the respective opportunities, please CLICK HERE

Creative Internships

Art Director

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Copywriter

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Designer

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Production

  • 2026 Creative Summer Internship – Technical Producer — Chicago, IL
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New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPIRG) seeks two COMD social media interns for Spring 2026

NYPIRG is looking for interns for spring semester. NYPIRG has an office on the City Tech campus, but the work will be a mix of in-person and remote work – within the office, at home, and at locations around and near campus. We have had COMD students work with them in the past and it has been a positive experience. This is not a paid internship but you will earn academic credit if you are enrolled in COMD 4900 this semester.

If you are not familiar with NYPIRG, see their website or their Instagram. They are a student-led public advocacy group committed to advocating for student issues, environmental protection, voting rights, fixing the MTA, and many other issues.

According to NYPIRG, students will learn about grassroots organizing techniques and new digital tools used to support social movements holistically, forming narratives and messaging through graphic design, video production, or other specialties based on their interests. Students will learn key public speaking and community outreach skills hands-on, then use those skills to plan and execute a semester-long campaign on important issues affecting students, culminating in an in-person event like last year’s Hygiene and Menstrual Product Drive and March in March for Higher Education. 

Responsibilities will include: 

  • Outreach work: Talking to students about the issues and getting them involved, including voter registration; working on public-facing writing such as letters to local newspapers and web copy
  • Organizing work: Leading one of our campaigns on issues like Public Health and Mass Transit, including attending regular Project Leader Zoom meetings and organizing events and/or presentations
  • Design work: Creating social media graphics, posters, videos, websites, and other materials to inform students and promote events

Send your resumes and portfolio links to:
sbrinson@nypirg.org

Calling All Graphics Graphic Design 2 Interns for Spring 2026

Calling All Graphics is a small  business so you will work directly under the owner’s supervision. Ms. Gotay has worked with many COMD interns in past semesters. Her clients are primarily small restaurants and other local businesses in need of promotional materials.  Each semester, Ms. Gotay seeks  COMD interns who are both creative and detail-oriented. If this spot is still open, it is an excellent learning experience.

Must have good design skills for interactive menus, flyers, signage, and more.  This job is where you will learn important layout skills aligning menus and proper formatting of templates for restaurants and other businesses. . Fun interaction with other interns and you may get to know the clients and receive direct feedback through calls with them. Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, and Photoshop required. Flexible hours.
Take a look at some of the work that was done at this internship in a past semester at this link: https://openlab.citytech.cuny.edu/mpartsevsky-eportfolio/work-for-weeks-3-4-5-6/ If you love the food industry, this could be of great interest to you.

If you have illustration skills, you can use them in this spot.  This is an upaid spot but quite a few  COMD interns have worked as freelancers with Calling All Graphics after completed their required 120 hours .

Resume and Portfolio should be sent to:

Marla Gotay
President, Calling All Graphics, Inc.
Vice President, Narrows Community Theater
marlagotay@aol.com

Spring ’26 Schneps Media Creative & Multimedia Intern Program Applicaiton is now available on Handshake!

One of our COMD summer 2025 interns worked for Schneps Media–you could be the next COMD intern they hire. Schneps Media is a local media company serving New York City, Westchester and Long Island that reaches over 2 million readers per week across two daily newspapers, the largest group of community newspapers, magazines, websites, email newsletters, and social media channels.

Here is the Internship Program Information Overview

Job Descriptions for each of the available positions

Here is the Schneps Media Handshake Profile. Students will need to apply via Handshake: https://app.joinhandshake.com/emp/employers/465898

Spring 2026 COMD Interns: CUNY TV Applications for Spring 2026 Internships opens January 1st

Dear interns, for those of you interested in motion graphics , the submission of applications to CUNY TV for Spring 2025 opens January 1st. See this link to learn more about the program: https://tv.cuny.edu/homepage/internship-mentorshipprogram/ and the different job descriptions that are available and the link to apply. Do read through the qualifications they are seeking and get your materials prepared now well in advance of submitting the application.

Social Media Intern Spot Available for Spring & Fall 2026/Liz Wolfe Coaching

Ms. Wolfe has had City Tech interns work for her company past semesters and the interns have found it to be a very positive experience. The information from the employer about this spot is below.

Marketing/Social Media/Office Intern

Employment type: part-time internship
Compensation: Unpaid, It is an internship for academic credit if enrolled in COMD 4900. 

We are seeking a highly motivated, entrepreneurial candidate for an internship working with Liz Wolfe, a coach for entrepreneurs. This position will support the marketing efforts of Ms. Wolfe’s coaching programs.

The ideal candidate for this position will have an interest in social media, advertising and traditional marketing. They will also be a collaborative member of our team who is eager to learn and passionate about making positive impact in the world.

We will support you in getting a solid foundation of skills that are resume ready!

Activities will include the following:

– Maintaining social media marketing campaigns and accounts
– Creating email publicity campaigns using MailChimp
– Simple website maintenance and upgrades
– Collaborating to create and edit marketing and publicity materials
– Some light office administration work
– Conducting research in support of marketing and publicity campaigns
– Making follow up phone calls to prospective and existing clients
– Editing videos

Training provided for chosen candidate. Flexible scheduling available ranging from 10-15 hours per week.

Work can be done onsite at our office if vaccinated for COVID. Remote work is also possible if candidate has access to a working computer.

Skills:

– Team oriented
– Strong writing skills
– Detail oriented
– Entrepreneurial
– Proficient in Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and various social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
– Experience with Photoshop, WordPress, Dreamweaver or other basic HTML programming a plus

Read more about Liz at lizwolfecoaching.com.

liz@lizwolfecoaching.com
lizwolfecoaching.com
Submitting your resume with a personalized cover letter highly recommended!

Summer 2026 Studio Arts Intern Arts College Program Application Opens 12/15/2025

Dear COMD students, for those of you interesting in a summer internship at a Cultural institution in the NYC area, this is a great application to submit in December. These are paid spots and they work such organizations as the Brooklyn Museum and The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts. To learn more about this program, see the Studio Arts Intern Arts College Website.
To be considered, applicants must submit the following:

• Portfolio, images of work or writing sample.
• Unofficial Transcript for current academic year.
• Resume
• A cover letter
• FAFSA 2025-26: SAI Documentation

To qualify for the Arts Intern College program, you must meet these requirements:

  • Currently enrolled full-time at a college or university.
  • Currently a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree (only).
  • Completed the FAFSA for 2025-26 with an EFC/SAI between $0 and $10,000.
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Reside in Cleveland or New York for the entire 9-week summer program.
  • Available to work from June 1 to August 7 during the 9 weeks.
  • Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Able to adapt quickly within a museum or cultural arts organization.
  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

So, write a cover letter, prep your resume and have the other materials ready for when the application opens in December.

Video Recording of “Zoomin’ With Creatives” held on Thursday April 4th 1 to 2:30 PM.

This session was recorded and below is the link to the recording. You will get a message that you need to request access. So, request access using your City Tech email and you should be approved.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h0Ft8Jd8A1_4Efrv6x5FBt-u6vKU9Pdr/view?usp=drive_link

Links for the artists on this zoom:

Marcos Chin https://www.marcoschin.com/

Designer Todd Goldstein http://www.todd-goldstein.com 

Photographer Rehan Miskci: https://www.rehanmiskci.com/

City Tech Job Fair April 16th: 12 to 2 PM in the Academic Complex

Dear COMD students, the college is hosting a job fair on April 16th. Please the City Tech Job Fair OpenLab Site for more details. There is a listing of companies that will be attending on the home page of the site. Please review the site for companies you might be interested in working for and have a resume and portfolio prepared prior to attending the fair. It is very good experience attending a job fair.

PGSF Design 2026-2027 Contest Deadlines are 3/13!

These design contest offers prizes and are great experience to have put on your resume for internships. Below are details about the contents from the PGSF website. For further details, see the PGSF website.

T-SHIRT, POSTER, STICKER AND BOX DESIGN CONTESTS

Our goal is to drive an interest in Graphic Communications job pathways and to inspire thought around design reproduction that jumps off the screen! New for 2025 – each contest has its own theme and each contest page digs into the details on file prep and size, access to design assets, content rules and submission requirements, as well as any die lines you might need. There are previous year winners on each page to give you an idea. Check out our online store for past winners as well! 

2025-2026 Contest Details for each content are Below

Each contest has different specific requirements, please read each category requirement carefully before starting your design.

Students!!! You are invited to bring your creativity and talent, entering our contests with your fab designs that resonate with you the most. Whether you have multiple great designs for tshirts or four different designs for all four  categories – bring your love for all things printed to your submissions. Open to all students enrolled in secondary schools (high school), post-secondary colleges and universities, and trade or apprenticeship programs.

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