Youth Internship Program
Teen Internships
The RNH Youth Internship Program allows teens to explore a variety of career paths, participate in professional development, and engage in one-on-one counseling. Over the last 15+ years, over 500 teens have participated in the program. Our team provides individual support to ensure the educational and social needs, as well as the overall wellness of each intern.
Applications for our 2026-2027 school year internship are now open. Apply by Tuesday September 22nd.
School Year Internships
The Career and College Youth Internship Program offers year long positions beginning in the Fall, for all high school students. Please see below to learn more about our current internship offerings and site placements. Applications for 2026-2027 internships are now open. Apply now on or before Tuesday September 22nd.
Education Internship
The Education Internship is an immersive hands-on program for teens to explore the educational system, learning how to engage and lead educational & recreational activities
The KHCC Special Needs After School Program is a free program that cares for children and young adults with special needs by providing various activities including homework help, tutoring, adaptive physical education, story time and special activities including teen talks. As an education intern in the Special Needs Program, you will support the building of social and literary skills, as well as engage and lead recreational and educational activities.
This internship is ideal for students who are eager to gain experience working with children and those who are interested in pursuing a path in education or psychology.
Site Placement
Kingsbridge Heights Community Center, 3101 Kingsbridge Terrace
Schedule
Interns will work two days on site at KHCC, plus Friday meetings from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Community Internships
The Community Internships at RNH give students an opportunity about what it’s like to work at a community based organization. There are three tracks: Community Engagement, Food Access, and Garden and Environmental.
Community Engagement Internship
The Community Engagement Internship at Riverdale Neighborhood House (RNH) empowers local teens and emerging youth leaders to build and strengthen community in the Northwest Bronx. In this hands-on internship, teens will take a leading role in designing and creating meaningful events and programs that bridge generational gaps, encourage cultural exchange, and foster strong community ties. The Community Engagement internship is perfect for teens passionate about social justice, event planning, grassroots leadership, and cross-generational programming
Site Placement
Riverdale Neighborhood House
Schedule
Workdays are to be determined, but interns will work a total of 4hrs/week plus Friday meetings from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Food Access
Food Access Interns will explore topics including food systems, food access, food sovereignty, environmental justice, education, public health and services, land stewardship, and managing a community fridge.
Please note: The Food Access Internship is available to returning Food and Farm interns only.
Site Placement
Riverdale Neighborhood House
Schedule
Sundays 12-4pm plus Friday meetings from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Garden and Environmental Education
The Garden & Environmental Education Intern will support RNH's urban garden and green spaces through seasonal hands-on work experience. Interns will assist with garden programming for youth & community members and gain experience in sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, education, botany, and more!
Please note: Interns 16 or older will be required to complete a background check.
Site Placement
Riverdale Neighborhood House
Schedule
Tues or Wed 3:30-5:30pm and Sundays 10am-12pm plus Friday meetings from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Business Internships
The Business Internships at RNH give students an opportunity to work in local businesses and gain valuable skills in marketing, small business operations, and customer service. There are two sites: Female Fight Club and Emiliano’s Deli.
Female Fight Club
This internship takes place at the Female Fight Club (FFC). Located close by North Riverdale, FFC is a women-owned fitness studio focused on empowerment and wellness. Interns will assist in small business operations, marketing, branding and social media content creation.
This internship is perfect for students interested in entrepreneurship, marketing, fitness or women’s health advocacy.
Site Placement
Female Fight Club, 5900 Riverdale Ave
Schedule
Workdays are to be determined, but interns will work a total of 4hrs/week plus Friday meetings from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Emiliano’s Deli
This internship takes place at Emiliano’s, a family-owned, high end Italian specialty market in the heart of the community. Known for its authentic products and warm atmosphere, Emiliano’s blends tradition with modern business practices. Interns will gain hands-on experience in small business operations, customer service, and marketing. They will also learn practical financial skills and basic accounting.
This internship is ideal for students interested in entrepreneurship, culinary arts, retail management, or business finance.
Site Placement
Emiliano’s Deli, 5626 Mosholu Ave
Schedule
Workdays are to be determined, but interns will work a total of 4hrs/week plus Friday meetings from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Healthcare Internships
The Healthcare Internships at RNH give students an opportunity to explore different careers in the healthcare field, and gain hands-on experience in healthcare settings. There are two sites: Hebrew Home and Montefiore.
Hebrew Home at Riverdale
This health internship offers young people an opportunity to intern in a renowned nursing care facility working with older adults. Interns could work alongside health care professionals in one of several departments to learn more about Health careers. They could focus on the nursing track, and develop the skills to care for the residents , the social and recreational track to encourage and uplift the older adults they meet, or on the clerical track learning from various office staff.
Interns must be 16 years old and will need medical clearance since it is a healthcare facility including: 2 PPDs ( or QuantiFERON) , and titers for MMR.
Site Placement
Hebrew Home, 5901 Palisade Ave
Schedule
Workdays are to be determined, but interns must arrive at the worksite by 3:30 pm and will work a total of 4hrs/week plus Friday meetings from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Montefiore Hospital
This health internship offers young people an opportunity to intern at a nationally recognized medical center and hospital. Interns will support the Montefiore staff by being placed by Volunteer Department. All of these placements will be done in accordance with availability. You will also have an opportunity to learn about different health fields.
Students may be placed at one of two Montefiore campuses:
Weiler Campus: 1825 Eastchester Road, Bronx, NY 10461
Wakefield Campus: 600 East 233rd Street, Bronx, NY 10466
Interns must be 16 years old and will need medical clearance since it is a healthcare facility including: 2 PPDs ( or QuantiFERON) , and titers for MMR.
Site Placement
Montefiore Hospital
Schedule
Workdays are to be determined, but interns will work a total of 4hrs/week plus Friday meetings from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
FAQs
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The program is open to teens attending high school between the ages of 14 and 18.
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We offer internships throughout the year in various fields — including education, healthcare, senior services, food systems and more.
Our 2026-2027 school year offerings are education, healthcare, business, intergenerational programming, food and farm, and community engagement.
Our 2027 summer offering(s) will be released in the spring.
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We offer both school year and summer internships.
During the school year, our internship program runs from late October to early June. See individual internship offerings for specific schedules. Interns typically work 4-6 hours per week.
We also offer internships over the summer. Specific details about scheduling will be released in spring 2027.
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Yes! Stipends are awarded to all of our interns.
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For school year internships, applicants must automatically select a first choice option and a second choice option in their application. If applying, determine your top two choices and select those.
Applicants should only submit one application.
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Applications are now open for our 2026-2027 school year internships! Apply here by Tuesday September 22nd.
Have a question about our
Youth Internship Program?
Contact Rina Castro
rcastro@riverdaleonline.org
(718) 549-8100 ex. 112