Summer Intern, Innovation Industries - Life Sciences

Summer Intern, Innovation Industries - Life Sciences

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 2026 Summer Internship Program is a paid 10-week internship program, scheduled to begin on June 8, 2026. 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.

Department Overview : The Innovation Industries Department seeks to understand the rapidly changing landscape of NYC's key economic sectors and to conceive, develop, and implement innovative programs that address specific sector challenges and opportunities. Innovation Industries projects are agile, strategic, and impact focused. We create, launch, and manage programs that partner with and impact the following industries and sectors, as well as support diverse entrepreneurship : urban innovation & sustainability, gaming, fashion, emerging & applied technology, AI / ML, blockchain and web3, cybersecurity, fintech, and life sciences. Our mission is to set the global standard for the creation of partnerships, programs, and innovations that catalyze a more equitable and sustainable economy.

Intern Responsibilities :

• Assist Innovation Industries' Life Sciences and Healthcare team in advancing a data-driven clinical research and development initiative, focusing on procurement and business development activities such as partnership cultivation
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative research on life sciences and healthcare trends in NYC and globally, including stakeholder interviews to inform business development strategies
• Assist with project planning and implementation, including financial analysis, procurement outreach & coordination, and partnership engagement to drive growth opportunities
• Create presentations that effectively communicate research findings, business development opportunities, project findings and / or project recommendations to multiple audiences
• Help coordinate and execute events and meetings that strengthen industry ecosystem relationships
• Assist in drafting memorandums and other materials for pre-launch of project
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements :

Salary Range : $20 - $25 USD

About 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 :

Benefits 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.