Summer Intern, Multimedia and Geospatial Information Services

Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City's diverse people and businesses. Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.Internship Program Overview: Our 2025 Summer Internship Program is a paid 10-12-week internship program, scheduled to begin on June 2, 2025. Interns are expected to work full-time throughout the summer.Summer interns will join an intern class consisting of undergraduate and graduate students to work on exciting projects in one of EDC's many dynamic departments. Summer Interns will also participate in training programs, networking events, and other professional development opportunities over the course of the program.Our Summer 2025 Internship Program application deadline is Monday, December 2. All materials must be submitted by EOD that date – incomplete or late applications will not be considered.Department Overview: The Multimedia and Geospatial Information Services Unit (MGIS) is one of the pillars in the MIS Department. MGIS provides broad access to geospatial data and applications throughout the Corporation and to the public. Leveraging GIS technology, and other multimedia tools, to reveal deeper insights into data, such as patterns, relationships, and situations—helping users make data-driven decisions.Intern Responsibilities: The intern will be able to shadow the members of the team in meetings and will be assigned projects to support the team and projects. The interns can expect to work on the following:• Track and update active EDC projects• Maintain geospatial data library• Learn how to capture, store, check, integrate, analyze, and display data related to locations (i.e parcel, neighborhood, Community District) for EDC assets, projects and initiatives• Build simple web maps for exhibit maps for internal clients• Conduct research on external available data for EDC projectsQualifications & Requirements:• Preferred field(s) of study: Architecture, landscape architecture, environmental studies, urban studies, GIS, Data science• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program; recent graduates are also encouraged to apply• Demonstrated enthusiasm for the mission of NYCEDC• Demonstrated written, verbal, and analytical skills• Demonstrated experience in using database and presentation tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to multi-task and manage deadlines• Ability to work in collaborative, cross-functional teams• Ability to work full-time, Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM and complete the entirety of the 10-week programSalary Target: $19.00/hour (undergraduate-level students); $24.00/hour (graduate-level students)For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc.Salary Range$19—$24 USDAbout Us: New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy.NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:• Generous employer subsidized health insurance• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans• Vision and hearing benefits• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care• Short term and long-term disability coverage• 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage• Up to 25 vacation days• Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays• Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks• Retirement savings programs• Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan• 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan• Tuition Reimbursement program• Continuing education and professional development• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer• College savings plan• Backup childcare• Gym membership discounts• A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support• Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much moreBenefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc.