Equal Employment Opportunity Intern

Equal Employment Opportunity Undergraduate InternThe selected candidate will be offered an hourly rate of $19.50. The Administration for Children's Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services, and provides subsidized child care vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment. In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement and programs for youth in the community. The ACS Office of Equal Employment Opportunity (OEEO) is responsible for ensuring ACS's compliance with New York City's Equal Employment Opportunity policy, as well as federal, state, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination. OEEO is committed to eliminating discrimination in employment; to maintaining a work environment which is free from any form of unlawful discrimination, including sexual harassment; to promoting a progressive diversity and inclusion program for achieving a representative workforce; and to providing a prompt, fair, and impartial review, and adjudication of discrimination complaints. OEEO is seeking one (1) highly motivated and detail-oriented Equal Employment Opportunity Undergraduate Intern to join our team. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Undergraduate Intern, you will support our OEEO team in day-to-day operations and contribute to providing equal employment protections to ACS staff. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to various aspects of the agency, and learn how to implement equal employment policies, procedures, and initiatives within a government organization. Additionally, as a member of the 2026, ACS Summer Internship Program cohort, you will participate in an enrichment program designed to fully engage students into the ACS and NYC government experience. Internship programming includes professional development workshops, lunch and learns, speaker events, NYC government tours, and networking opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with OEEO team to develop standard operating procedures. Assist with performing operational audit checks in the OEEO Submission Intake Application (Issuetrak) to ensure relevant updates are being made by OEEO staff. Assist with updating legacy information entries that were recently migrated into a new application. Assist with gathering and compiling OEEO data from various sources for internal/external reporting purposes. Assist with preparing reports and presentations, and related special projects as needed. Learning Outcomes: Gain comprehensive knowledge of administering equal employment policies and procedures in a government setting. Develop project management skills and understanding of policy compliance. Enhance abilities in coordinating and executing organizational tasks. Additional Information: Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report. To Apply: You must be an undergraduate and must either be currently enrolled in a college or university or must have graduated within one year of the current program year. Interested candidates should submit their resume by visiting https://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for JO#772467 - NO PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED - NOTE: ONLY CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTEDMinimum Qualifications: As of June of the Program year the prospective intern must be a student matriculated in a college or be a recent college graduate (winter/spring term of the Program year). NOTE: Appointment to this title is only valid for the duration of the Program, June - August each year. Preferred Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving and enjoys multi-tasking. Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/. Residency Requirement: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.