Internships are at the core of the Bard NYC experience. Students intern up to 20 hours a week at professional organizations across a variety of industries in the private, nonprofit, and public sectors throughout New York City. Working closely with mentors at host organizations, students experience careers firsthand, gaining valuable knowledge that helps students make informed choices about their future and successfully navigate the path from college to career.
Upon acceptance to the program, participants begin the internship placement process, working closely with program staff to identify opportunities that match their individual interests, skill sets, and professional goals. Staff guide students through the resume and cover letter writing process and help them to explore internship opportunities, drawing off of Bard NYC’s extensive internship network. At the outset of the internship, each student is assigned a mentor at their host organization to support them throughout their time in New York City. Students, Bard NYC staff, and internship mentors work closely together to ensure an engaging and rewarding experience. Unlike a standalone internship, participants learn from each other through the core seminar, reflecting on their work and participating in professional development as they progress through the semester. A challenging yet manageable experience, the internship provides insight into careers not available through the traditional academic classroom.
Upon acceptance to the program, participants begin the internship placement process, working closely with program staff to identify opportunities that match their individual interests, skill sets, and professional goals. Staff guide students through the resume and cover letter writing process and help them to explore internship opportunities, drawing off of Bard NYC’s extensive internship network. At the outset of the internship, each student is assigned a mentor at their host organization to support them throughout their time in New York City. Students, Bard NYC staff, and internship mentors work closely together to ensure an engaging and rewarding experience. Unlike a standalone internship, participants learn from each other through the core seminar, reflecting on their work and participating in professional development as they progress through the semester. A challenging yet manageable experience, the internship provides insight into careers not available through the traditional academic classroom.
“The work done by the Bard staff is simply invaluable. Each student had the opportunity to maximize their resume and LinkedIn page, and to participate in mock interviews. One-on-one meetings were held with everyone and each found an internship placement tailored to their preferences."
–Alix, Fall 2023
–Alix, Fall 2023
Planning for Life After College
Starting with orientation, Bard NYC holds a series of career exploration and readiness events to help ensure a smooth transition into professional life. Sessions cover workplace etiquette, job searching, utilizing LinkedIn, and networking, among other topics. Additional career panels and events throughout the semester provide candid discussions of various career paths and advice from young professionals.