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AIFS Abroad offers a unique global educational experience for students on this program, with the following academic options available:
This theater is recognized as a theatrical innovator for championing shows that push the boundaries of Broadway and for creating uniquely welcoming experiences for audiences and artists. Their mission is to create raves for their theatregoers and theater-makers by guiding attendees through their journeys in their theatres with such care, expertise, and pride in each other, shows, and theaters that they truly feel they belong and are compelled to return. Intern tasks may include: – Organizing physical and electronic payroll/other accounting records and documentation – Assisting in the preparation of weekly, monthly, and annual schedules and/or reports – Preparing checks, invoices, and other accounting documents for mailing/emailing – Utilizing spreadsheets, databases, and other computer applications to track and compile various financial and/or box office information – Recording/entering data into Excel and accounting system (Microsoft GP Dynamics) – Various Human Resource and other administrative responsibilities
This NGO is a peace-building and leadership development organization headquartered in New York City. It was founded in 1993. As its main program, the organization brings youth and educators from areas of conflict to its camp in Maine. Intern tasks may include: – Performing a number of tasks related to bookkeeping and accounting – Learning how to use the Financial Edge software – Entering financial data including vendor invoices and journal entries
This architecture firm is committed to giving every client the best experience possible, through responsive and open communication, wide-ranging expertise, and a thorough, detail-oriented process. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting in all phases of the design process – Learning how to consult clients on their specific needs – Drafting proposals, producing 3D models, rendering, field measuring, and drawing set production – Learning various administrative skills and office
Making cryptocurrency usable — buying bitcoin and alt-coins can be hard. This company is working on a platform to change that. Their mission is to help make it easier to trade cryptocurrency. They believe users should feel as confident in their transaction success as they do when sending a text message or email. Exchanges are complicated and designed for skilled traders. Managing multiple wallets and private keys can lead to accidentally losing them. Their platform allows you to have everything in one place. Intern tasks may include: – Qualifying leads from marketing campaigns as sales opportunities – Contacting potential clients through cold calls and emails – Presenting the company to potential clients – Identifying client needs and suggest appropriate products/services – Customizing product solutions to increase customer satisfaction – Building long-term trusting relationships with clients – Proactively seek new business opportunities in the market – Setting up meetings or calls between (prospective) clients and Account Executives – Reporting to the Business Development Manager on (weekly/monthly/quarterly) sales results – Staying up-to-date with new products/services and new pricing/payment plans
This is a NYC-based startup that connects businesses with vetted lawyers and provides lawyers with tools to work more effectively. Through their online platform, they are able to deliver legal services to businesses at below-market rates. This company was founded by a lawyer, IP paralegal and technologist, and designer to build a docketing system that was uniquely tailored to trademarks and that did not require lots of manual data entry. So, the three founders engaged and listened to the trademark community to create a new paradigm for docketing software that was modern, powerful, and automated. Since 2014, they’ve always partnered with their customers to understand how they can make their lives easier. That principle helped them launch the first version of their platform and continues to guide their development process today. They’re a customer-focused organization committed to their mission, customers, and the broader community. Thousands of organizations, including law firms and Fortune 500 companies, have embraced their automated docketing software to create and manage hundreds of thousands of trademarks and other global IP assets daily. Intern tasks may include: – Working directly with the CEO to identify and implement expansion strategies – Researching industry trends and prepare reports – Forming strategic partnerships that help drive the success of the business
This company is a next-generation real estate company using technology and data to help buyers and sellers make smarter real estate decisions. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting in all aspects of the company’s business operations as well as marketing – Contributing to finance and other organizational or administrative operations – Working on marketing campaigns, PR, outreach, and contributing to social media platform
This company works with commercial real estate, corporate advisory, investment sales, portfolio/lease administration, asset management, and sustainability. For many years, their team members have been successfully completing local, regional, and global assignments for diverse clients – and with diverse partners. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting with marketing commercial real estate, including: putting together proposals, attending meetings, and presentations – Working under the President and Senior Director, creating data packages that include all details pertaining to the business – Working under the Senior director to correctly value the business operations, which need to be adjusted for market value – Working along side the CEO assisting in valuing the leases of buildings currently on the market – Creating databases of prospective buyers
This organization provides opportunities for young people to learn about the environment and experience the natural world first-hand. They believe experiences with nature are transformative: allowing one to better understand the natural world and shape their role within it. This organization’s mission is to encourage the positive educational and developmental growth of New York City’s youth through stimulating, educational and challenging outdoor programs. Intern tasks may include: – Answering phone calls and emails inquiring about programs – Following up with potential program participants via email or phone call – Assisting with camper mailings and forms – Assisting during orientation and other recruitment events – Answering questions, assisting with scheduling needs, etc. – Learning how to use Vertical Response to draft email blasts to campers – Assisting with scheduling and coordinating of programs – Acting as a contact person for questions and inquiries – Making phone calls to program participants when needed – Assisting with program logistics including inventory of participant forms, scheduling, coordinating with program partners – Acting as a teaching assistant during New Youth Conservationist program when needed – Working with environmental educator staff to develop new and exiting programming and develop new partnerships with various organizations
This company is the global leading alternative legal services provider. With over 2,000+ employees across three continents, they provide talent and technology to help legal departments adapt to a demanding new era. Intern tasks may include: – Conducting talent market research in North America (including Toronto!) with emphasis on B2B sales and legal staffing – Collaborating with global sales and accounts team to update our recruitment strategy for hiring mid to senior level sales reps and account manager – Collaborating with global sales and accounts team to create competency-based frameworks for sales hiring
This New York City-based, American fashion designer is widely regarded for her elegant aesthetic and fresh point of view. She continues to redefine a sophisticated, yet modern lifestyle with her expanded, designer ready-to-wear-offering. Formally trained as a painter and sculptor prior to pursuing fashion design, she employs a brilliant use of color, rich fabrications, sculptural silhouettes, and handcrafted details. Her artistic background is evident in her work and adds unexpected dimension and breadth to each season’s collection. Intern tasks may include: – Executing the bi-annual sample sale with organization, sales, and inventory accountability – Assisting with wholesale ready-to-wear market appointments – Maintaining showroom during Market Weeks – Assisting the Public Relations and Creative Director during photo shoots – Learning and using UPS Worldship by shipping packages to retailers and consumers – Attending Design, Sales, and Production Meetings to fully grasp the fashion business – Coordinating sample loans via Fashion GPS for online photo shoots, store visits, and press requests – Building sales analysis reports – Cross checking inventory levels and process returns from vendors – Creating, updating, and organizing excel sheets – Communicating when supplies need to be restocked – Assembling gift bags for department store events and shows
Discover beach meets street, polished bohemian inspired looks, and gorgeous wearable treasures. This designer offers a special shopping experience with an eclectic collection of accessories, jewelry, and lifestyle products. Each piece, available at the label’s online store and New York City by-appointment boutique is expertly curated by a travel savvy lifestyle designer with a penchant for vintage. For those that love treasure hunting, the boutique in Manhattan focuses on a unique, one-of-a-kind personal shopping experience. Out of a desire to combine her love of travel with her passion for vibrant and unusual designers, the boutique opened its doors in 2013. The range of collections reflects a bold and adventurous spirit, a love for color, and hand craftsmanship. Her expression of style dares to mix and match vast origins. Intern tasks may include: – Creating look books – Pitching the collection to potential stores – Helping in market appointments – Creating TikTok content to promote the brand and the about – Creating new boards on Pinterest – Creating newsletters on Mailchimp – Helping with shipping – Helping with Pop Up events – Sketching the new collection – Helping with measurements to update on Shopify – Assisting in shoots – Assisting with sourcing trimmings fabrics in the garment district
This is a multi-branded showroom which assists brands in connecting their digital image and e-commerce solutions. Through innovative, digital experiences they drive consumer engagement and awareness towards rapid business growth and measurable results. In addition, their operations also includes experiential marketing, sales, and complete in-house support. With a unique and personalized approach, each project takes on its own life and builds momentum for a brand. They lead their operations from their office in the heart of Soho, New York City. Intern Tasks May Include: – Assisting the executive team in building brand awareness through website and social media channels – Working with marketing team to act as Brand Ambassador – Assisting in writing posts and maintaining communication and interaction on every digital channel – Helping to develop event strategy and manage event calendar – Participating in strategy discussions to drive brand and business – Assisting with market research – Facilitating events for clients – Working alongside other team members with various projects
This company provides members with access to the runway’s most rarefied and coveted pieces— all of which can be borrowed when needed, without the hassle of dry cleaning, storage, or that age old question: “When will I ever wear this again?” That’s the beauty of this company; you don’t have to. Comprised of an elite team of fashion insiders, the company was officially launched in April 2016 through a mobile app, e-commerce platform, and a New York City showroom. Intern tasks may include: – Supporting the company’s marketing strategy and execution – Assisting in developing content calendar based on upcoming events and industry trends – Designing visuals for use in partnerships, events, social media, website, and email marketing – Creating and curating engaging content for website, email marketing and social media based on company content calendar – Support planning and execution of special events and pop-ups – Assisting with planning and executing editorial content photoshoots – Assisting with developing influencer program, outreach, and establishing relationships – Supporting current and potential partnerships in various forms – Performing research and market analysis
This company aspires to be the globally recognized recruitment leader in consumer products, powering brands, and empowering people to reach their highest purpose. They aim to be the chosen destination for thought leaders to collaborate, grow, and foster a community that inspires, innovates, and challenges the status quo. They strive to be the trusted source that connects leaders of today and tomorrow with innovative companies dedicated to growth in the ever-changing consumer product universe. They continually demonstrate success in navigating the shortest distance between the most authentic brands and the people who are destined to work there. Intern tasks may include: – Pitching and writing industry articles – Assisting with interviews with brand founders and industry thought leaders – Monitoring and identifying compelling news stories – Pitching and producing shareable content for a social media audience – Aiding in managing Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram accounts
This organization provides opportunities for young people to learn about the environment and experience the natural world first-hand. They believe experiences with nature are transformative: allowing one to better understand the natural world and shape their role within it. This organization’s mission is to encourage the positive educational and developmental growth of New York City’s youth through stimulating, educational and challenging outdoor programs. Intern tasks may include: – Completing various self-guided training “trailheads” to prepare to help with the CRM implementation – Cleaning up contact data including missing addresses, emails, etc. using various online sources – Assisting the development director with transition to salesforce “lightning” mode, including update of the intern training manual – Assisting with entering auction donor info into salesforce – Working with outreach coordinator to follow up on student camp applications and ensure data is properly and completely entered in salesforce – Assisting with website and social media posts and management – Researching and build excel spreadsheets with program alumni information – Assisting with scanning and correct filing of archival documents- and other office decluttering tasks – Assisting with phone coverage, copying, miscellaneous tasks as assigned
This organization is responsible for progressing the agency towards complying with environmental best practices. This is achieved through a wide range of facility retrofits, green space construction, staff training, and supporting like-minded organizations environmental efforts. Their mission is to plan resilient and sustainable parks, public spaces, and recreational amenities, build a park system for present and future generations, and care for parks and public spaces. Intern tasks may include: – Cataloging green infrastructure work – Monitoring weather station systems – Analyzing energy data to optimize buildings – Advising on new technology – Working in ArcGIS – Working in AutoCad – Helping to automate projects – Researching drone programming for surveying work – Optimizing project databases – Identifying new IT partners
This is a New York City-based eCommerce company. They sell innovative products through the world’s largest online marketplaces (Amazon, eBay, Walmart.com, etc.), as well as on their own flagship website. The company embodies all that New York is: aggressive, in-your-face, and loyal to the core. Intern tasks may include: – Coding – Diagramming – Application planning – Development Cycle – Managing assignments and coming up with creative solutions to aid the needs of the Purchasing Team
This is a New York City-based eCommerce company. They sell innovative products through the world’s largest online marketplaces (Amazon, eBay, Walmart.com, etc.), as well as on their own flagship website. The company embodies all that New York is: aggressive, in-your-face, and loyal to the core. Intern tasks may include: – Participating and collaborating with other employees of the company to work with APIs and write Ad-Hoc database requests – Learning programming languages such as Python and SQL – Research – Software development – Documenting and refactoring code – Managing data integrity
This is a unique, non-profit youth theater that: produces original musicals performed by New York City kids ages 8-18 for family audiences; offers a year-round Resident Youth Ensemble composed of approximately 70 NYC kids ages 8-18; provides renowned education programs in more than 30 New York-area public schools; and provides theater classes taught by professional Teaching Artists. They are more than a theatrical training ground; they exist to provide kids from all racial, economic, and social backgrounds a place where they can develop individual talents while being a vital part of a group. It is a place for exploring the world of musical theater, for discovering unknown talents while cultivating undeveloped ones, for establishing friendships, and for gaining a sense of one’s self. Their staff is comprised of theater professionals who all have extensive experience working with children. Through all of their different programs children learn lessons that they will carry with them for the rest of their lives whether they stay in theater or not. Theater teaches structure, discipline, and problem solving skills, which are critical to their success both in school and in life. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting with musical theater week-long camps and/or with the Afternoon Adventures Program – Leading warm-ups and games during the flexible drop-off period – Working with teaching artists (director, choreographer, and musical director) as a part of their team-taught class model – Providing administrative support for education staff (i.e. assisting with student check-in/check-out, registrations, answering parents’ questions, organizing song files, communicating overall philosophy, etc.) – Contributing to the development of the curriculum both in-house and off-site in the schools and community centers; (if interested) opportunities to research possible grant/funding opportunities for their theater education work
This organization is responsible for progressing the agency towards complying with environmental best practices. This is achieved through a wide range of facility retrofits, green space construction, staff training, and supporting like-minded organizations environmental efforts. Their mission is to plan resilient and sustainable parks, public spaces, and recreational amenities, build a park system for present and future generations, and care for parks and public spaces. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting the sustainability department with their ongoing projects – Assisting in the construction of green roofs – Implementing new environmental systems
Wedding dreams come alive at this organization with lavish florals, live wedding entertainment, elegantly decorated reception tables, stunning fashion previews, decadent table décor, and wedding sweets for sampling. No matter what your wedding fantasies include; a traditional storybook wedding, an intimate island getaway– or anything in between, this company is your ultimate bridal resource. Guests will have the opportunity to meet with the best in weddings, including Photographers, Videographers, Wedding Entertainers, Beauty Experts, Bakeries, Invitation and Favor Creators, Celebrity Wedding Planners, Venues, Travel & Honeymoon Experts, Health & Fitness Gurus, and more. Intern tasks may include: – Contributing to research and partnership ideas for events and shows – Supporting the Public Relations team with posting to social media accounts and planning projects – Assisting with show production – Communicating with clients – Assisting with lead generation – Communicating with vendors
This NGO is a peace-building and leadership development organization headquartered in New York City. It was founded in 1993. As its main program, the organization brings youth and educators from areas of conflict to its camp in Maine. Intern tasks may include: – Conducting research for prospective meeting location/sites/venues, including meeting and exhibit space, lodging, food and beverages, telecommunications, audio-visual requirements, transportation, security, and any other event necessities – Assisting with management/tracking/documentation of event communications and in updating events through a detailed calendar – Maintaining and updating timelines, and participating in some negotiations – Researching and summarizing marketing and advertising opportunities to promote the assigned event(s)
This New York City-based, American fashion designer is widely regarded for her elegant aesthetic and fresh point of view. She continues to redefine a sophisticated, yet modern lifestyle with her expanded, designer ready-to-wear-offering. Formally trained as a painter and sculptor prior to pursuing fashion design, she employs a brilliant use of color, rich fabrications, sculptural silhouettes, and handcrafted details. Her artistic background is evident in her work and adds unexpected dimension and breadth to each season’s collection. Intern tasks may include: – Attending fittings and photographing garments on models – Shadowing staff on how to do technical specs of a garment – Learning about special bridal alterations – Visiting factories with staff and bringing bridal and ready to wear designs – Buying, organizing, and trimming fabrics – Shadowing pattern-makers and other staff – Working with supervisor on bridal embroidery – Learning to communicate with factories – Looking over cut work
This company works directly with fashion designers to launch their clothing brands. From pattern making to sourcing to production management and marketing, their team will guide fashion designers through every step of the process. Since its inception, they have mentored and managed over 372 fashion brands. Their primary goal is to ensure the well-being of their clients by meeting or exceeding their objectives and expected level of service. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting Junior Production Manager and Production Manager with production runs to manufacturers – Sourcing fabric trims for various designers – Measuring specs for tech packs – Updating spec sheets/tech packs when needed – Shipping various packages out to clients – Updating the charges to the client with shipping charges/trim charges – Send the JPM and PM weekly recaps and overviews to define the workload – Using Illustrator for tech sketches – Assisting in fittings – Sourcing quotes with Junior Production Manager – Communicating with factories – Working with pattern and sample makers in the development phase with JPM & PM – Performing quality checks with the JPM & PM
A leader in the fashion industry and a designer of evening wear that caters to a customer who values style and sophistication, this designer has become well-known over the years for being able to create the perfect dress for any occasion. Designed with the fashion “it-girl” in mind, they speak to a variety of chic, trendy, and fashion forward consumers. This company is renowned for its innovative style, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional fit as well as its meticulous attention to detail, including beading, sequins, and embroidery. Their designs are always on target with current trends – high fashion looks that are accessible and will make the consumer look and feel their best. Most recently, they launched a premier, signature line. Intern tasks may include: – Merchandise writing: write long descriptions, styling advice, fit, construction, and sizing details to go with each new style – CMS/Website Maintenance: upload, tag, categorize, and sequence each new style on the back end of the website as well as provide suggested styles – Production department assistance: assist with data entry, sample organization, photograph new sample arrivals, receiving overseas packages, and upload photos into Mas90 – Color management: create names for new colors, assign codes for Mas90 for new colors, and take photos or find swatches for new colors and upload them to Mas90 and the backend of the website – General assistance: assist the Director of Marketing, Senior Production Coordinator, and Content Marketing Coordinator with catalog creation, line sheets, and look books
This is a creative production agency that has consistently produced award-winning content for the world’s biggest brands, magazines, and creatives since the 90s. Often, in decidedly unconventional ways. Intern tasks may include: – Supporting the Executive Producer in day to day office operations – Answering the phone and door to greet visitors – Completing pick-ups outside of the office and accept deliveries within – Listening in on pre-production budgeting, planning, and scheduling meetings – Supporting casting and location scouting communications – Supporting holding and booking creative partners, crew, talent, and vendors for projects – Supporting the crew, talent, and clients on set by assisting in providing water, coffee, and snacks – Assisting with meal set-ups and errands outside of the studio – Supporting the production wrap process by helping to collect, organize, and present the final shoot expenses
At this film company they believe that film is powerful, not only as a creative medium, but as a vehicle for engaging in valuable dialogue with one another about the issues facing our communities. By bringing films directly to audiences, they foster connections between neighbors, artists, activists, youth, and the unique spaces we all share. A growing non-profit organization, their mission is to engage and inspire diverse communities by showcasing the work of emerging filmmakers in outdoor locations, helping filmmakers to produce new films, and renting equipment & supporting film screenings citywide at low-cost to artists, non-profits and community groups. Founded in 1997 they set out to highlight innovative work from first time filmmakers, outsider artists, and underrepresented directors, as well as seasoned film professionals. Since then, they have become more than a film festival. They are a community. For over 24 years, they have been championing the work of independent filmmakers and bringing films rooted in compassion, solidarity, learning, togetherness, exploration, and inspiration to tens of thousands of people across all five boroughs of New York City. Intern tasks may include: – Generating copy and visual content for social – Monitoring happenings in the film/entertainment world for relevant content/outreach – Weekly analyzation of all accounts, followed by end-of-season wrap – Assisting in the creation of social toolkits for screened filmmakers/distributors – Researching, identifying, and liaising with potential community partners for Summer Series events – Submitting events to all applicable online NYC calendar listings as each is made public – Attending and photographing the Summer Series programs (45+ outdoor, enhanced film screenings taking place across New York City) – Working with the Communications Manager to document event highlights and sponsor activations shoot Q&As, musical performances, and filmmaker interviews generate live content from events – Assisting in the maintenance of online databases, including photo and video cataloging – Pre-screening and quality checking film programs before Summer Series, rentals, and other events – Assisting the Print Traffic Coordinator with deliveries of film masters – Organizing materials for shows – Assisting Volunteer Coordinator and Venue Managers with on-site event management – Helping to set up and break down venues, pre- and post-show – Organizing the box office and merchandise sales, pre-show
This is a New York City-based eCommerce company. They sell innovative products through the world’s largest online marketplaces (Amazon, eBay, Walmart.com, etc.), as well as on their own flagship website. The company embodies all that New York is: aggressive, in-your-face, and loyal to the core. Intern tasks may include: – Maintaining inventory reconciliation within multiple warehouse locations – Assisting in AP and AR data entry – Completing credit card statements reconciliation – Contributing to sales and commission report maintenance – Analyzing monthly expense spending – Leading and assisting in research projects on finance lending methods and tax analysis for subsidiaries versus pass-through companies
A leader in the fashion industry and a designer of evening wear that caters to a customer who values style and sophistication, this designer has become well-known over the years for being able to create the perfect dress for any occasion. Designed with the fashion “it-girl” in mind, they speak to a variety of chic, trendy, and fashion forward consumers. This company is renowned for its innovative style, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional fit as well as its meticulous attention to detail, including beading, sequins, and embroidery. Their designs are always on target with current trends – high fashion looks that are accessible and will make the consumer look and feel their best. Most recently, they launched a premier, signature line. Intern tasks may include: – Creating blog artwork – Drafting newsletters and mailers – Drawing branded social media artwork – Creating promotional material: line sheets, look books, banners, posters – Making website images and artwork
This is the online social platform for Personal Travel Notes. They make it easy to find, share, and remember amazing experiences between trusted friends! Intern tasks may include: – Assisting in the creation of marketing materials including art and design assets and cross-channel content to advocate the brand, values, and important product features to the community – Assisting in the creation of digital product material for multiple online platforms, including graphic design, visuals, interactive, illustrations, layout, animations, after effects, and more
This company aspires to be the globally recognized recruitment leader in consumer products, powering brands, and empowering people to reach their highest purpose. They aim to be the chosen destination for thought leaders to collaborate, grow, and foster a community that inspires, innovates, and challenges the status quo. They strive to be the trusted source that connects leaders of today and tomorrow with innovative companies dedicated to growth in the ever-changing consumer product universe. They continually demonstrate success in navigating the shortest distance between the most authentic brands and the people who are destined to work there. Intern tasks may include: – Researching potential business opportunities by scanning competitor job boards – Utilizing emerging web trends such as micro blogging, social networking, and other emerging communication methods in online marketing – Establishing a strong online presence using LinkedIn – Assisting the business development team with client and contact database management – Helping to execute creative marketing campaigns to further company outreach initiatives – Assisting the Social Media/Marketing team with online promotional campaigns as necessary – Creating job descriptions, reading resumes, and interviewing candidates via phone and in-person – Leveraging all social media tools for effective recruitment of qualified candidates – Scheduling all on-site interviews with candidates and managers – Assisting in filing all employee files – Organizing new hire packets for all new employees – Assisting in employee culture promotions and projects – Contributing to internal recruiting efforts such as posting jobs to job boards and filtering qualified resumes
This is an executive search firm based in NYC that was launched by a team of highly experienced industry professionals in February 2015. They have seen consistent growth since inception and plan to continue their expansion as a leading recruiting firm in the tri-state area and other major metropolitan regions throughout the U.S. They provide permanent (retained and contingency) and temporary solutions for positions at all levels. Intern tasks may include: – Drafting and posting messaging for various social media outlets including Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn – Conducting research to identify contacts and contact information for potential business development – Assisting in formatting resumes as needed to prepare for client submissions – Assisting staff to ensure all jobs are added to our database and our website – Helping to prepare fee agreements for prospective client
This organization is a non-partisan member advised advocacy organization focused on solutions to the issues facing veterans today. In addition to their best in class advocacy work, they offer a case-management program to help veterans of all generations navigate the government and non-government services available to them. Their mission is to connect, unite, and empower post-9/11 veterans. Founded and led by veterans, they are the modern day veterans hall for the current generation with over 400,000 members worldwide. All of the organization’s core mission programs focus on ensuring veterans and their families are supported, protected, empowered, and never forgotten. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting with all aspects of recruitment: job posting, resume screening, background checks, and securing necessary documents from candidates – Researching successful recruitment methods – Onboarding new hires including setting them up in the system, assisting with orientation, and updating the organizational chart – Maintaining employment files and records per company policy and legal regulations – Pulling reports through the HR system as necessary – Liaising with shared services and payroll, etc. – Working on other HR and organizational development projects as needed
This company works with commercial real estate, corporate advisory, investment sales, portfolio/lease administration, asset management, and sustainability. For many years, their team members have been successfully completing local, regional, and global assignments for diverse clients – and with diverse partners. Intern tasks may include: – Working alongside the President and other executives of the firm to create a recruiting campaign to hire real estate professionals – Recommending how to use or modify the website, SEO, and other tools to attract appropriate talent – Accompany the President of the company on interviews to learn and experience interviewing business professionals and how to negotiate compensation packages – Assisting with conducting orientation to new hires – Attending job fairs to promote the company (as needed) – Working alongside the executive team to assist in creating effective job descriptions
This is a non-for-profit dedicated to helping immigrants and community members start new businesses and succeed as micro-entrepreneurs. Specializing in providing one-on-one consulting to ethnically diverse start-ups, new and growing small businesses. Our business counselors are professionals with a wide range of experiences and diverse backgrounds who are truly experts in providing our customized in-depth one-on-one needs assessment, business planning, marketing, and management guidance. Intern tasks may include: – Supporting HR management needs through various projects under the direction of the Executive Director and Senior staff – Updating the organization on-boarding instructions to accommodate remote work – Assisting the organization program staff to provide HR management information and tools for small business clients and/or not-for-profit partners – Assisting the Executive Director in implementing annual staff performance reviews – Reviewing the organization’s draft HR Manual and assist in creating a final draft
This company offers a full-service boutique design experience. They are currently working on a mix of project types including residential, commercial office, and restaurant/ hospitality design. They share an office space with a brokerage and are also involved in real estate staging and furnishing. Their office is located in midtown Manhattan, but their project sites range from Manhattan to outlying boroughs including Brooklyn and Queens. Intern tasks may include: – Site surveys and computer drafting of existing conditions for new job sites – Site visits to check the status of current projects for compliance to design, updating principal designer on conditions through photos and redlines – Editing CAD plans, elevations, and design details with as-built conditions or as redlined by designers – Keeping project managers and construction crew updated on design and site status – Collecting material finish samples – Quantifying interior finish materials – Placing and tracking material orders and delivery status using spreadsheets – Finding images and inspiration for mood boards and precedent studies – Assisting in sourcing and procurement of furniture and décor
This is an architectural and interior design firm founded in 2000 to create customized commercial, hospitality, and retail designs that realize each client’s vision, while challenging and engaging their customers. Intern tasks may include: – Running unique hospitality and commercial projects – Working closely with the principal as well as the incredibly talented design team
Founded in 2007, this organization is a team of creators and enthusiasts dedicated to one mission: building the best content, experiences, and services for people who love products and product culture. They cover products in the outdoors, motoring, tech, style & watches, and home sectors. They reach more than two million intelligent, affluent readers each month across digital, email, social media platforms, video, and their print magazine. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting staff writers and editors with research – Writing assigned stories in a timely and professional manner – Contributing fresh content ideas according to editorial guidelines – Supporting editorial staff with story production, formatting, and layout – Coordinating the securing and returning of product samples – Assisting the audience-development team with social media content scheduling and production – Assisting the content studio team with native content scheduling and production
This web-based company provides blogging and ticketing for entertainment and sporting events. Intern tasks may include: – Reporting on entertainment and sporting events – Composing content for website and marketing
This is an inventive, intelligent, full-service strategic marketing, media, and communications agency. They integrate their services and philosophy to create different types of communication and marketing tactics. Their goal is to nurture a consistent brand while maximizing sales and return on investments. Their services include marketing, branding, public and media relations, event planning and production, graphic & web design, advertising, and promotions with a focus high-end brands, emerging products and the lifestyle sector, as a whole. Intern tasks may include: – Writing and/or editing all daily assigned contents – Contributing to other writing projects as needed
This is a NYC-based startup that connects businesses with vetted lawyers and provides lawyers with tools to work more effectively. Through their online platform, they are able to deliver legal services to businesses at below-market rates. This company was founded by a lawyer, IP paralegal and technologist, and designer to build a docketing system that was uniquely tailored to trademarks and that did not require lots of manual data entry. So, the three founders engaged and listened to the trademark community to create a new paradigm for docketing software that was modern, powerful, and automated. Since 2014, they’ve always partnered with their customers to understand how they can make their lives easier. That principle helped them launch the first version of their platform and continues to guide their development process today. They’re a customer-focused organization committed to their mission, customers, and the broader community. Thousands of organizations, including law firms and Fortune 500 companies, have embraced their automated docketing software to create and manage hundreds of thousands of trademarks and other global IP assets daily. Intern tasks may include: – Working closely with the CEO and their legal team to research legal issues and documents – Identifying and recruiting lawyers onto their platform, and support initiatives to simplify the legal process for business – Working on their advocacy efforts on behalf of small businesses and start-ups – Seeking the support of small business and start-up organizations and New York State legislators and increase awareness about the campaign
This is a non-profit and court-annexed Community Dispute Resolution Center (CDRC) with locations in lower Manhattan and downtown Brooklyn. They have been in existence for over 30 years and are funded by the NYS Office of Court Administration and the Criminal Justice Coordinator’s Office. They offer free mediation and restorative justice services as well as fee-based training in dispute resolution processes. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting with cases – Conducting research – Using mediation skills – Observing mediations – Attending presentations and conferences
This is a New York City-based eCommerce company. They sell innovative products through the world’s largest online marketplaces (Amazon, eBay, Walmart.com, etc.), as well as on their own flagship website. The company embodies all that New York is: aggressive, in-your-face, and loyal to the core. Intern tasks may include: – Researching and assisting in drafting exclusivity agreements – Researching and assisting in drafting service agreements – Assisting in developing employee handbooks – Researching eCommerce and marketplace terms of service and trademark protection
This is a boutique full-service advertising agency working with top-tier clients to produce inspiring work in all media – global websites, branding, social media strategy, activations; you name it, they’re doing it. Intern tasks may include: – Conducting industry research (competitor, trends, culture, technology) – Analyzing web data (social insights, website traffic, etc.) – Organizing and managing project assets (downloading, uploading from internal servers) – Attending and providing assistance on shoots – Preparing client-facing and internal presentation decks – Carrying out departmental administrative tasks – Aiding account and design teams so as to meet deadlines and exceed client
A technology company that provides technology solutions for New York area businesses. Known for their comfortable and high energy work environment, this company has an amazing reputation. Intern tasks may include: – Writing – Blogging – Managing social media account (i.e. Twitter, Facebook, etc.) – Promoting events that the company will be hosting
This is a boutique full-service public relations firm specializing in fashion publicity, product placement, strategic branding, and events. The firm represents up-and-coming fashion designers and established corporations looking to increase brand awareness within the entertainment and fashion communities throughout the United States. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting stylists, celebrities, and editors on a daily basis – Tracking clothing items on loan with editorials and stylists – Updating databases, conducting research, and other general office duties – Writing press materials and making press kits – Managing editorial clippings and activity reports – Gifting celebrities, stylists, editors, and other industry professionals
They believe in the transformational power of art, and the fluid potential it has to define a space and inspire the people inside. Their sliding doors permit light to travel through your space, while still providing an operational solution that transforms a room into a more functional & flexible space. Intern tasks may include: – Working with the Marketing Manager to execute social media campaigns: posting videos and stories, engaging the audience – Researching and analyzing social media and digital marketing trending to present to the Marketing Team – Monitoring, listening, and responding to users in a “social” way while cultivating leads and sales – Conducting online advocacy and open stream for cross-promotions – Assisting with preparing for and facilitating company events
As a pre-eminent multi-disciplinary performing arts center, their mission is to offer artistic leadership that promotes innovation, excellence, engagement, and accessibility to artists and audiences alike. Intern tasks may include: – Working with the Marketing Department to create digital advertisements, flyers, house programs, posters, and other promotional materials (both print and web) – Helping the department with general marketing tasks (posting listings, poster rotation, etc.) in support of a busy calendar with 200 events annually produced
This is a global non-profit start-up where focus, expertise, agility, and passion are used to change the lives of disadvantaged children by providing impact-oriented giving opportunities to individuals and corporations. At the heart of Manhattan and in 7 cities around the world, their team gathers purpose-driven individuals who use their skills to change society. Intern tasks may include: – Scouting, preparing, and coordinating for local and remote events, speaking engagements, and conferences – Writing and editing copy for various communication campaigns and interviews and ensure consistency an accuracy of published materials – Contacting journalists and publications to pitch articles and articulate news about the organization and social impact
This company is a peer-to-peer online marketplace where both individuals and business can rent out their goods, services, and spaces to one another at a price of their choosing. They give people an online platform where they can channel their inner entrepreneur and earn a profit from the assets and skills that they already possess. This sort of sustainable business model reduces over consumption and allows people to make some cash doing the things they enjoy. Intern tasks may include: – Attending events and representing the company – Engaging with community organizations and businesses on the benefits of the company – Participating in PR and outreach projects – Working directly with the Marketing Team to implement brand awareness goals – Assisting with maintaining social media platforms and blogging campaign – Researching possible benefits of the marketplace and the sharing economy at home
This company was founded at the end of 2008 with the aim to change the way traditional PR firms interact with clients and press. Their mission is to offer innovative and effective ways of communication to their clients, building tailor made strategies to increase brand awareness, and creating new approaches to PR promotion. The company has offices in Milan and New York. Intern tasks may include: – Media monitoring – Press clipping – Press/ Celebrity seeding (gifting) – Coordinating messenger services – Print media coverage
This is a public relations and digital marketing agency for the brands and innovators behind the latest tech. They work with B2B and B2C companies with a vision to change the world we live in. Their clients range from social media apps and on-demand services to adtech platforms and blockchain networks. Their approach to public relations is straightforward: cut the fluff and tell a great story. Intern tasks may include: – Conducting research and reporting on industry trends – Monitoring media coverage of clients – Building media lists for outreach – Drafting content for social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) – Assisting team with day-to-day activities and managing calendar/scheduling – Attending meetings and taking notes – Managing calendars/schedules
This is a non-partisan public policy and law institute that focuses on improving the systems of democracy and justice. A singular institution – part think-tank, part public interest law firm, part advocacy group – the center combines research, scholarship, legislative and legal advocacy, and communications to win meaningful, measurable change in the public sector. Intern tasks may include: – Tracking and organizing press coverage – Managing the press database; creating press clips and tear-sheets – Building and updating press lists – Creating and editing event transcripts – Assisting with public and private events
This gallery focuses on drawing attention to the complex artistic and cultural ties that bind New York to both Europe and Latin America. The gallery seeks to challenge artists of diverse backgrounds to create new and exciting visual and conceptual vocabularies to reinvigorate these bonds. Intern tasks may include: – Communicating with clients and artists – Active participation in planning shows – Active participation in conceiving and organizing special events – Preparing various press information – Assisting with gallery events and client viewings – General errands and office responsibilities
This digital advertising agency develops iPhone apps, websites, and high profile bloggers. They offer strategic direction, creative services, tailor made websites, social media management, and content creation. They design apps for weather/dress, sports statistics, and flip boards to load into Twitter and Facebook. Intern tasks may include: – Working with clients – Contributing to blog and press writing
This is New York City’s premiere municipal creative arts & education center. They provide a way for companies and individuals to donate unneeded supplies to thousands of nonprofits, schools, and community groups with arts programming. This is a program of NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with NYC Departments of Education and Sanitation. Their goal is to make a larger impact on the global carbon footprint through sustainability practice in creativity. Intern tasks may include: – Recruiting and overseeing volunteer groups – Assisting with individual volunteers and special needs groups
This is a non-profit leader in intercultural learning. They offer international exchange programs in more than 40 countries through a global network of independent, non-profit organizations, each with a professionally staffed office and a team of dedicated volunteers. They’ve been facilitating life-changing opportunities abroad for more than 70 years with an exemplary record of safety, security, and service. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting the Marketing Team develop and implement a communications strategy including monitoring and/ or creating social media accounts (Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook) – Assisting with the creation and management of the blog – Assisting with the creation of monthly newsletters – Collecting interviews for and writing the annual review – Developing a calendar of “days” and “festivals” – Coordinating member calls between members and the team – Working alongside the Marketing Team to assist with the coordination and development of webinars; including leadership webinars with industry specialists – Assisting in the creation of an awards calendar and complete applications for suitable awards – Identifying and helping apply for membership to suitable organizations
A leader in the fashion industry and a designer of evening wear that caters to a customer who values style and sophistication, this designer has become well-known over the years for being able to create the perfect dress for any occasion. Designed with the fashion “it-girl” in mind, they speak to a variety of chic, trendy, and fashion forward consumers. This company is renowned for its innovative style, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional fit as well as its meticulous attention to detail, including beading, sequins, and embroidery. Their designs are always on target with current trends – high fashion looks that are accessible and will make the consumer look and feel their best. Most recently, they launched a premier, signature line. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting fashion photographer during photo shoots – Editing photos in Adobe Photoshop – Uploading images to iPads – Creating marketing collateral for blast emails – Working on a variety of creative projects
This trendy agency works with internationally known photographers. Their core product is in digital file handling and retouching. Intern tasks may include: – Helping with set up – Booking the rental place and liaise with freelancers – Equipment rental/check-in, invoicing, and some cold call marketing – Retouching – Editing photos and making the “magazine worthy” – Marketing
This studio is a versatile and private space available for photo shoots, video shoots, events, art shows, live performance, parties, film viewings, or as a work space. They are able to provide any equipment, supplies, or services you may need – including but not limited to – sound gear, lighting, seating, service staff, and production assistants. Intern tasks may include: – Rebranding studio – Updating and modifying the website – Creating flyers and promo materials – Building a Shopify for items for sale and the studio rental space – Photographing merchandise and studio space – General studio operations
This is an NYC-based visual artist working collaboratively across disciplines in the realm of installation and public art. Her work has been exhibited nationally and internationally at institutions including the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, the Kunsthalle in Basel, and the Whitney Museum at Philip Morris. She is the founder and artistic director of an ambitious, long-term public art project for the revival of Rome’s Tiber River and was a member of the design team for the Hudson River Park Master Plan. She has been a visiting faculty member at RISD, Temple University in Rome, and a visiting critic at The New School. Intern tasks may include: – Working alongside the artist to assist in building a series of time-lapse videos from an archive of still images – Shooting new material
This State Senator is committed to restoring the overall quality of life for the constituents of this Senatorial District in NYC. Intern tasks may include: – Drafting constituent letters and response letters – Drafting Senate Proclamations – Conducting research and creating community databases – Attending community meetings – Assisting staff with advance work for Senator visits to Albany – Opening, sorting, and filing District Office mail – Arranging tours for constituents planning to visit Albany – Compiling, updating, and managing databases – Maintain Press Clippings: find all articles about/including the Senator – Creating a document that includes date of article, title of article, publication, link to the article, and the body of the article save and print in appropriate folders – Community Outreach – Drafting press releases, letters of invitation, and thank you letters – Staff table and assist with community events – Scheduling and managing vendors and participants – Coordinating and monitoring event timelines and ensuring deadlines are met – Initiating, coordinating, and/or participating in all efforts to publicize event – Creating and managing marketing campaigns – Securing event sponsorships – Sending out invitations, managing RSVP list, and correspondence
This is a non-partisan public policy and law institute that focuses on improving the systems of democracy and justice. A singular institution – part think-tank, part public interest law firm, part advocacy group – the center combines research, scholarship, legislative and legal advocacy, and communications to win meaningful, measurable change in the public sector. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting with general administrative, research and clerical work, including filing, photocopying, answering phones, shipping and mailing, coordinating meetings, drafting routine correspondence, and covering the reception desk – Attending and observing substantive meetings, events, and conversations on program work – Providing support for litigation, assisting in the research for and rollout of reports, and aiding the program’s advocacy efforts in Voting, Money in Politics, Fair Courts, and Redistricting
This is the only national organization providing Black women with a political home exclusively dedicated to harnessing their power to elect Black women, influence elections, and advance progressive policies. They are building the political power and leadership of Black women from the voting booth to elected office and creating the environment for Black women to run, win, and lead. The organization was founded by Black women for Black women’s political growth and equity, and they have a winning plan for building collective political power and expanding Black women elected leadership. Intern tasks may include: – Providing support with project meetings – Maintaining and updating project documents – Attending staff meetings and documenting minutes – Drafting internal correspondence
This is a global non-profit organization that educates individuals and groups to transform conflict into positive and constructive experiences that contribute to building a just and peaceful world. Their programs give children, teens, and adults the skills they need to handle conflict with greater ease and effectiveness. They empower people by teaching nonviolent, creative solutions to conflict and bullying. They seek to reduce violence in our homes, schools, and communities by offering workshops based on themes: cooperation, communication, affirmation, conflict resolution, bias awareness, creative responses to bullying, creative problem-solving, restorative practice, and mediation. Intern tasks may include: – Attending and assisting with workshops for educators and students – Grant research – Transcriptions of oral history recordings – Searching web and compiling publication details and/or links for articles that cite the organization – Possible content creation for social media, using Canva
This organization is one of New York’s top LGBT psychotherapy and training centers. They advocate for personal growth, free of traditional gender, sexual orientation, or cultural bias and provide care to their clients, helping them resolve issues causing emotional distress. It is a training institute with therapists offering a broad range of therapeutic approaches, ensuring clients get the best fit for their problems. Intern tasks may include: – Contributing to projects revolved around LGBT+ basic terminology (i.e. sex vs gender vs sexual orientation) and inclusive language – Discussing controversial topics to create a safe space for staff/clinicians to better understand their clients as well as issues their clients may face – Analyzing and presenting statistics of trans youth and homelessness/substance abuse – Presenting on the disparity of LGBT+ issues when compared to the cis-heterosexual population – Organizing ice breakers and group activities to create cohesion between the staff and new clinical interns – Reorganizing forms to create cohesion and maintain professionalism – Analyzing demographic information of clientele using collected information
This organization is a comprehensive vocational rehabilitation program for individuals in recovery from drug and alcohol abuse. Their programs help clients explore vocational interests, identify transferable skills, re-enter the workforce, and sustain meaningful employment. Their services have been developed, tested, and refined after years of program evaluation, ongoing focus on the common barriers faced by recovering individuals in their efforts to enter the workforce, and most importantly, listening to feedback from their clients. They believe that by returning individuals to work in an honest and dignified manner, the ideal of hope is communicated that recovery is possible. Intern tasks may include: – Interviewing clients, review records, confer with clinical staff, and participate in supervision to evaluate individuals’ mental and physical condition, and to determine their suitability for participation in the program – Collecting information about clients through interviews, observations and tests – Coordinating obtaining additional physical, mental, academic, vocational, and/or other evaluations to assess clients’ needs and help develop preliminary rehabilitation plans – Under appropriate supervision, confer with clients’ other treatment providers, such as recovery professionals, mental health professionals, doctors, nurses, counselors, and social workers – Under appropriate supervision and in specific topic areas, counsel clients, individually and in group sessions, to assist in the vocational exploration process, discuss their options and goals, overcome barriers to employment, and adjust to work life in sobriety – Assisting in vocational testing and work sampling – Participating in and lead vocational topic workshops, in areas such as computer basics, interviewing skills, resume writing, etc. – Assisting in developing vocational plans that fit clients’ aptitudes, education levels, physical abilities, and career goals – Educate and prepare clients for electronic job search by teaching self-presentation techniques – Engaging with individuals and encourage participants to sharpen their hard skills, soft skills, and self-management abilities, and to persevere with challenging tasks – Preparing, obtaining, and maintaining records and case files, including documentation such as clients’ personal and eligibility information, information releases, services provided, and narratives of client contacts and progress – Writing detailed clinical reports – Participating in case conferences and act as client liaison and advocate to coordinate with staff and partner agencies the next set of services, and/or to resolve problems – Conducting vocational research in various topic areas, as directed
This is one of New York’s leading not-for-profit theatres dedicated to multiculturalism, the development of new American musicals, and the training of inner-city young people. They produce quality musical theatre presenting different cultural viewpoints including African-American, Latino, European, and Jewish, while reaching out to underserved audiences. The theatre attracts actors and artists of distinction and reputation, while offering opportunities for new talent to learn and develop. Intern tasks may include: – Providing assistance during casting calls, rehearsal, and production – Providing assistance to the various production departments (e.g., lighting, sound, scenery, props, etc.) – Facilitating communication among production staff – Clerical support of production needs (e.g., copying, distribution of changes in scripts and music, etc.) – Box office, house management, concessions, etc.
This is an Off-Broadway theatre company dedicated to developing and producing bold new plays and musicals by both emerging and established artists. They are committed to creating an artistic home for daring and diverse artists, to nurturing their unique voices, and to engaging their audiences and community in dialogue by producing work that challenges all of us to see ourselves and our world in new ways, and that pushes the boundaries of what theatre can be and do. It is one of the country’s foremost theatre companies dedicated to the creation and production of new plays and musicals. Intern tasks may include: – Helping with all facets of production – Gaining exposure to the theater’s methods of design – Assisting with paperwork – Assisting the stage manager – Working face-to-face with audience members
This is a digital media production agency designed to help brands and individuals share their stories, get noticed, and enhance their presence through captivating and authentic visual content. They create effective, entertaining, and engaging content, from brand films, corporate videos, and motion graphics. They approach film-making from a fresh perspective, think differently, and are passionate about how your film is perceived by your target audience. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting team members on client videos and photo shoots – Video camera operations and photography – Screening, organizing, and editing raw footage and pictures – Editing and producing client videos using Adobe Premier Pro or Final Cut Pro X (promotional videos, music videos, recap videos, testimonials, highlight reels, etc.) – Assisting in all aspects of Pre- and Post-Video Production
They believe in the transformational power of art, and the fluid potential it has to define a space and inspire the people inside. Their sliding doors permit light to travel through your space, while still providing an operational solution that transforms a room into a more functional & flexible space. Intern tasks may include: – Creating content for various social media channels as tools for the sales team to utilize in selling their product – Working alongside a freelance video crew – Assisting with scripting/storyboard short pieces to help create video content
Course Code: GE 301
Instruction Language: English
This course is intended to help students gain an understanding of the Attributes Employers Want to See on New College Graduates’ Resumes as defined by industry assessment conducted by the World Economic Forum. Learning and developing these attributes will increase students’ marketability to future global employers, contribute to their leadership capacity and their ability to attain professional success in a global economy.
Course Code: GE 302
Instruction Language: English
Students will learn to identify culture, cultural differences and how to navigate a multicultural workplace. They will build their own intercultural competence in terms of their own awareness, skills, and knowledge as a necessary basis for learning about communication in the global workplace, especially as it may be applied to their host country and their individual internship experience. Students will have the opportunity to identify underlying cultural concepts and how these impact workplace practices and communication so that they may develop their own competencies in the workplace and apply these new understandings to their own internship experience.
Course Code: GE 298
Instruction Language: English
Students will engage in a work experience with organizations in a wide variety of fields. The experience is designed to be relevant to the student’s academic pursuits, personal development, and professional preparation. The internship is a substantive career development experience and provides students with the opportunity to gain experience in workplace settings and to translate classroom learning into practice. The intent is for the student to be exposed to business ideas and concepts while being mentored. Doing analysis, contributing to decisions, and communicating meaningful ideas should form the bulk of the work, although some low skill work (for example, data entry and making phone calls) can be a part of the assignment. At the end of the internship experience, students will be able to reflect on their personal and professional growth and begin seeing themselves on their career path.
If you would like to earn academic credit for your internship and your university does not offer academic credit for your internship, it’s possible that you can receive transfer credit through our School of Record, Fairfield University.
AIFS Abroad interns have the option to receive up to 12 credits during a full summer or semester program, which is done through credit-bearing internships and online coursework. AIFS Abroad is able to share detailed syllabi (including a weekly planner) to both students and advisors upon request.
While there is an additional fee for the credit, it is typically less than at your university.
Transcripts will include Fairfield letter grade and credit. Your university academic advisor or study abroad advisor will determine how the credit transfers back for your coursework.