How To Apply
How to Apply to the Internship Program
NOW ACCEPTING SUMMER APPLICATIONS!
The Core Internship Program accepts applications on a rolling basis. If you are interested in a Summer 2013 internship, please apply as soon as possible. (April is one of our busiest summer placement months – apply now to be considered for these opportunities!)
Deadline for Summer 2013 internship applications: June 15, 2013, unless you are a part of one of our partner schools or programs, and have a specific earlier deadline date. (These programs include: FDA, BCSM, BreakthroughNY, Coro, KIPP Through College, ULF, Reel Works)
Please note: The earlier you apply for the Summer program, the greater the chance of being offered an internship opportunity.
If you would like to be considered for an internship in Fall 2013, check our website again at the beginning of August.
If you are interested in applying, please follow the steps below:
1. Check whether you are eligible to apply:
- Are you a high school student living in New York City?
- Are you 16 or older? (Unless you are part of one of the partner schools/programs listed above)
- Are you currently in 10th, 11th or 12th grade?
- Do you have time to intern 25-35 hours a week during the summer?
2. If you meet the eligibility requirements above, complete the Internship Application here and upload your resume as requested at the end of the application. You will immediately receive an email confirming that we received your application.
3. You will be contacted within two weeks by program coordinator Rebecca Dougherty who will sign you up for a group interview. On the day of the group interview, please dress professionally and bring a photo ID with you.
4. If you are selected for the next stage of the application process, you will be invited for a one-on-one interview with a Futures and Options program coordinator. Please bring the following items with you to your interview:
- The Student Agreement signed by you and your parent or guardian (download here)
- A copy of your most recent transcript
- One letter of recommendation from a teacher or advisor
- Your current working papers (if under the age of 18)
- Your social security card (or a copy)
- Your school identification card
- A photo ID
Contact Rebecca Dougherty with any questions. She can be reached at 212-601-0002 or rdougherty@futuresandoptions.org.
How to Apply to Career Essentials
1. If you are a New York City high school student you can apply online for Career Essentials.
2. Applications for the Spring 2013 Career Essentials were due by February 19th, 2013.
3. Complete the Career Essentials Application here. You will immediately receive an email confirming that we received your application.
4. You will be contacted by our Program Coordinator, Matt Ellis, who will sign you up for a group interview.
On the day of the group interview, please bring the following with you:
- The Student Agreement signed by you and your parent or guardian. (download here)
- A copy of your most recent transcript
- Your school identification card
5. If you are selected as a Career Essentials participant, Matt Ellis will contact you within a week.
How to Apply to Bridge To Work
1. If you are a New York City high school student or will be entering high school in September 2013, you can apply online for the Futures and Options Bridge To Work program.
2. Applications for the Summer 2013 Bridge To Work are due by June 21st, 2013.
3. Complete the Bridge To Work application here. You will immediately receive an email confirming that we received your application.
4. Print and have a parent or guardian sign this permission slip and deliver it to Futures and Options. You can send it by fax (212-601-0005), email (mellis@futuresandoptions.org) or drop it off at 120 Broadway, Suite 1019.
5. Program Coordinator, Matthew Ellis will be in contact with you after receiving the application. Depending on the number of applications, you may be called in for an interview at Futures and Options.
