GRADUATE STUDENT
INTERN PROGRAM
Leadership and Learning…
For the best educated people in the world
Department Portrait
The NYS Education Department serves as the administrative arm of the Board of Regents and under the direction of the Commissioner, carries out legislative mandates and Regents policies. The Department plans, funds, monitors, and coordinates educational services from pre-kindergarten to graduate school for local school districts, non-public schools, colleges and universities, and other educational institutions. It provides educational services to the public, assists educational institutions, and cooperates with other government agencies to advance educational purposes. The Board of Regents and the Department also oversee 47 licensed professions, provide vocational and educational services to individuals with disabilities, guide local government records programs, and operate the State Archives, Library, and Museum.
Department Mission
To raise the knowledge, skills, and opportunity of all the people in New York.
Department Vision
We will provide leadership for a system that yields the best educated people in the world.
The Graduate Student Intern Program reflects the Department's commitment to providing a wide range of education leadership and learning opportunities. Introducing a diverse group of graduate students to positions in the New York State Education Department enables both the interns and the Department to benefit from a mutual interchange of knowledge and background. We have found that Interns with diverse backgrounds and experiences provide career Department staff with new insights and approaches to issues in government.
Interns may be assigned to a number of offices throughout the Department’s major program offices. Possible assignments include: the Office for Diversity, Ethics, and Access; New York State Museum, Library & Archives; Teacher Development Programs Unit; Professional Assistance Program; State Board for Mental Health, Therapy & Social Work; NYC School & Community Services; Office of Early Education and Reading Initiatives; Regional School Improvement & Community Services; Pre-Collegiate Preparation Programs Unit; Office of Human Resources Management; Office of Financial Administration; Office of Governmental Relations; and the Office of Audit Services. Placements will be made based on qualifications and interest. The Intern program is designed to be a rigorous experience geared towards giving graduate students an opportunity to fully participate in the work of the Department. Interns interested in career employment with New York State beyond the term of their internship will have to compete successfully in open-competitive civil service examinations for which they are qualified. Please check current assignments for a description available internships.
All Interns will have the opportunity to receive regular training supplied by the Office of Human Resources Management, Staff Development Unit, and the Office of Information Technology Services.
Location
The Internships are primarily located in the Albany and New York City, NY, areas, with the possibility of additional locations in other areas of New York State. Albany, New York's capital, is home to many central offices of major State agencies. In addition to the active work force, the Capital Region is noted for its many cultural and natural resources as well as many renowned institutions of higher learning.
Candidates must be currently enrolled or a recent graduate of a graduate program approved by the Education Department.
Interns will receive a $14.71 an hour stipend for the duration of their assignment.
The Internship Program is available for the Summer 2008 semester, and anticipated openings for the Fall 2008 semester with the option to renew.
Click here for an Application (Word document), Application (PDF Format) or call 474-5215.
Application review will continue until the positions are filled.
The State Education Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
The State Education Department does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race, gender, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or sexual orientation in its educational programs, services and activities. Portions of this publication can be made available in a variety of formats, including braille, large print or audiotape, upon request. Inquiries concerning this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the Department’s Office for Diversity, Ethics, and Access, Room 152, Education Building, Albany, NY 12234.