NYC VC Internship Program
Connecting diverse talent with leading VC firms for impactful internships.
Overview
The NYC VC Internship Program connects pre-screened and pre-trained undergraduate and graduate students from CUNY and other New York City schools with leading venture capital firms for 10-week paid summer internships. The program addresses the significant underrepresentation of women, Latinx, and Black professionals in venture capital by creating an equitable pipeline of diverse talent.
Investment focus
The program aims to increase diversity representation in venture capital through early career exposure and mentorship, addressing the critical diversity gap in the industry.
Program details
Designed for Students. The program is in person. Participation is generally full time.
Who it is for
Applicants must be undergraduate students enrolled at a college in New York City, have a 3.25 overall GPA or greater at application time, and need curiosity about VC and startups; no prior VC experience or coursework is required.
Check if you are eligible
Check your eligibility for NYC VC Internship ProgramAdmissions and application
The program has an application-only process for NYC-based students, including pre-screening and training phases to match students with appropriate VC firms.
Benefits
Participants gain paid internship experience, professional development, mentorship, networking opportunities, and exposure to the venture capital field.
Timeline
The program lasts for 10 weeks during the summer, with flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments.
How to go about it
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The program has not published how to apply. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.
What it pays
Participants receive a $7,000 stipend for the 10-week internship, supporting their involvement in the program.
Questions about this program
Who can apply?
Students from CUNY and other NYC schools.
What is the stipend?
Participants receive a $7,000 stipend.
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From public sources
What the sources say about NYC VC Internship Program
Supermomos' 2026 form schedules in-person training to start June 8.
Source: NYC VC Internship Program - VC StudentsSupermomos' 2026 form requests availability through August 14.
Source: NYC VC Internship Program - VC StudentsSupermomos' 2026 form requests availability beginning June 8.
Source: NYC VC Internship Program - VC StudentsSupermomos' 2026 form asks about present or future employment visa sponsorship.
Source: NYC VC Internship Program - VC StudentsSupermomos' 2026 form asks applicants about U.S. work authorization.
Source: NYC VC Internship Program - VC StudentsSupermomos' 2026 form says it will verify GPA using official transcripts.
Source: NYC VC Internship Program - VC Students
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