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Intern for a Day

Intern for a Day

Industry Insights:
Outside of the Classroom

The Intern for a Day program offers students an immersive experience connecting classroom learning with exposure to different employers and careers, providing insight into possible future job settings.

Many employers are interested in meeting and mentoring students through our Intern for a Day (IFAD) program. Before completing the application, scroll down to our organization directory and make a note of your preferences within the Intern for a Day application.

By the Numbers

50+
Employer Matching Opportunities
1
Matching Sessions

(Spring Break)

150
Students Selected for this Opportunity

FAQ for Students

  • Yes, absolutely! We strive to accommodate your preferences and make every effort to match you with an organization or industry of your choice for your Intern for a Day experience.

    • Engaging and immersive experiences
    • Virtual or in-person opportunities
    • Tours, shadowing, presentations, and interviews
    • Insight into potential career fields and work settings
    • Connecting with industry professionals
    • Real-world experience in a low-pressure setting
    • Enhancing your resume and professional network
    • Discovering the best fit for your future career path
  • Intern for a day is scheduled during spring break (Monday – Friday).

  • IFAD 2025 applications open on Monday, November 18, and will remain open through Friday, January 24th, 2025.

  • Intern for a Day offers both virtual and in-person options for participants. The program recognizes the importance of flexibility and caters to the preferences and needs of both students and employers. Whether you choose to have a virtual or in-person experience will depend on the specific opportunities available, and the arrangements made with your host organization. Rest assured that the Intern for a Day program aims to provide meaningful experiences, regardless of the format chosen.

  • Before you select an employer, be sure to double check the modality of the experience. If your employer of choice is offering an in-person experience, please note that you are responsible for making your own travel arrangements. 

  • If you find yourself unable to participate in Intern for a Day, please please notify us as soon as possible.

    • Be proactive: Take initiative and engage actively throughout the day. Ask questions, seek opportunities to learn, and participate in discussions.
    • Observe and learn: Pay attention to the tasks, processes, and dynamics of the workplace. Absorb as much information as possible to gain a better understanding of the industry or career field.
    • Network: Connect with professionals and fellow participants. Request contact information, connect on LinkedIn, and nurture these relationships for future networking opportunities.
    • Seek feedback: Request feedback from your host or supervisor. This will help you understand your strengths and areas for improvement, enabling personal and professional growth.
    • Reflect and apply: After the experience, take time to reflect on what you learned and how it aligns with your career goals. Apply these insights to make informed decisions and refine your career path.

    Remember, making the most of your Intern for a Day experience requires active participation, a curious mindset, and a willingness to learn and grow.

  • If you want more information about Intern for a Day, contact the Graduate Coordinator, Jayati Bist. Please feel free to email any inquiries to ces_intern_for_a_day@echo.rutgers.edu.

  • Please go through the Employers Directory below.

IFaD Employer Directory

Utilizing the menus below, select the career communities you best identify with and browse the various intern for a day opportunities. 

  • A Leadership Journey

    Experience Type: Virtual    
    IFaD: Lead and Learn With A CEO
    Description: Connect with a learn from current CEO/Founder of A Leadership Journey Youth Leadership and Travel Nonprofit. Interns will get a first hand look at what the CEO prioritizes for the organization, how and why decisions are made, and what goes into running a nonprofit that focuses on youth.

    Azzure Home Inc

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience how to create a product
    Description: Learn how a product goes from concept to market.

    Burson

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person   
    IFaD: A Day in The Life of a PR Professional
    Description: During your time at Burson, you will get an hands-on introduction into the world of a PR professional in the thrilling and bustling corporate world. You will meet early career communicators, learn the ins-and-outs of the industry, and participate in a case study competition!! Get ready for this real world crash course in all things PR!

    Catholic Partnership School

    Camden, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience A Day in Education; Learning and Growing with CPS
    Description: Thank you for the opportunity to partner with Rutgers and the IFAD Program. We have several departments in which an intern can shadow personnel, offer hands on experience and be an additional team member; Business Administration, Community Engagement, Classroom Instruction, School Sports, Marketing and much more. We will make the day engaging and fun! Our mission is to reach the hearts and minds of children in Camden and that of every person that walks into the doors of Catholic Partnership Schools. We hope to provide a meaningful experience for you when you Intern for a Day. Here at CPS, we make it a mission to connect your classroom learning to a valuable and memorable real-life experience. Looking forward to working with you!

    Celebration Creations

    Manahawkin, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Celebration Creations Business Explorer
    Description: This internship offers an immersive experiences for students interested in entrepreneurship, sales and marketing within the hospitality industry. As an intern, you will gain hands-on exposure to key elements of growing a business, building brand awareness and engaging with clients in a fast-paced, creative environment. You will learn how to develop and implement marketing campaigns, gain insights into social media platforms and understand all aspect the sales process. The intern will work closely with the business owners to understand the entrepreneurial mindset.

    Edison Research

    Somerville, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the Shoes of a Podcast Researcher
    Description: "Edison Research, providers of the Election exit polls and leaders in the audio media research space will host one student who will get the chance to become a podcast market researcher for two days.

    Explore statistics that powers the decisions behind our clients in the podcasting space, including Spotify, Apple, and Amazon. Shadow a Director of Research for the day while attending internal and external meetings. Take a crack at creating a data-driven report for our clients or insights letter for the Edison Research newsletter."

    Equitable Advisors

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Manage Wealth For A Day
    Description: "We are financial consultant and wealth managers. Our job is to impact our client's lives through financial planning and wealth management. We are seeking students that are interested in a career after graduation that can have a great impact on people's lives through helping managing finances.

    Students will shadow multiple levels of financial consultants from entry-level consultants, senior consultants up to vice presidents that run teams. You do not need a finance background to learn. The main skillset of a consultant is strong communication skills and an interest in working with clients directly.

    You will also gain networking skills in speaking with more senior consultants. Our team is young and growing with a lot of friendly people to meet and learn something new!"

    Eyes Like Mine Inc.

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Life After Blindness
    Description: Students will receive an engaging experience using insightful tools, resources, artificial intelligence, and grassroots strategies to empower people with disabilities. All students will receive an initial orientation to prepare them for their intern experience during the Spring Semester Week. They will amplify the mission of the organization with miscellaneous, enriching activities.

    F&T Group

    Queens, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Real estate development
    Description: We are one of the largest real estate development firms in New York, with a diverse and dynamic portfolio that includes Queens Crossing, One Fulton Square, Flushing Commons, and our latest project, the new epicenter of downtown Flushing—Tangram. As an intern, you’ll have the chance to gain hands-on experience across various departments such as Marketing, Public Relations, IT, Property Management, Engineering, and more. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-impact projects and develop valuable skills in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

    Gallagher & Associates

    Washington DC (employees are remote)
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Design a Museum Exhibit
    Description: "I have been part of this program since it started a few years ago. My company loves hosting the students and the students have seemed to have a good time every year.

    Please be sure to offer this experience to History, English, and Arts History, and American Studies students too!"

    Greater Brunswick Charter School

    New Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inspire and Guide Teaching and Learning, Grades K-8
    Description: "Greater Brunswick Charter School is a free public K-8 school in New Brunswick, NJ, with a Dual Language (Eng./Span.) program in grades K-5. Spend a day or the week at GBCS and you will see how: - Our Dual Language program develops bilingualism/biliteracy, cross-cultural competencies, and academic achievement.

    - Our educational program includes Personal Education Plans, personalized learning for each student.

    - We use Positive Discipline, a solution focused discipline that models mutual respect and restorative justice. IFAD Intern opportunities will be based on your experience and comfort level and will range from: Shadowing a teacher, working with a small group of students or one-on-one, preparing learning materials, co-teaching, facilitating an activity, supporting recess or lunch supervision, and more. Student School Day = 8:00am - 3:00pm.

    Staff School Day = 8:00am - 3:30pm."

    Highland Support Project

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual 
    IFaD: Empowerment Media Lab: A Day of Creative Impact
    Description: For over a decade, our collaboration with Rutgers University has fostered an enriching Spring Break experience for public health teams eager to delve into Indigenous traditional health systems. This partnership has been instrumental in bridging academic learning with real-world practice, as students engage closely with community partners to gain firsthand insights into holistic health approaches. The mutual exchange of knowledge not only enhances the students' understanding and appreciation of diverse health practices but also empowers communities by strengthening ties with future health professionals. This enduring relationship has cultivated a platform for cultural exchange and shared growth, making a significant impact on both the participants and the communities they serve.

    I've crafted a paragraph about your decade-long experience working with Rutgers. If there's anything else you need, just let me know!"

    I Have A Dream Foundation

    Newark, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Put on your Program Assistant Hat!
    Description: Assist the lead teacher in planning and implementing daily activities, including arts and crafts, sports, and educational games.

    Provide support to students with homework and academic projects.

    Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages student participation and engagement.

    Monitor and ensure the safety and well-being of students during activities and transitions.

    Assist in setting up and cleaning up after activities.

    Assist in the creation and maintenance of digital content.

    I WILL GRADUATE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

    Brooklyn, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the World of a Non-Profit Youth Development Organization
    Description: I WILL GRADUATE PROGRAM (E4EA-IWG) headquartered in New York City, is a 501(c)(3) charity organization dedicated to serving and empowering students, families, and the community by communicating the importance of educational excellence. We accomplish our goals through youth development programs, arts-in-education, college and career guidance, mentoring, parent engagement, school and community workshops, exciting events, and the use of multimedia platforms. We also enlist the talents, and resources of the music and entertainment industry along with prominent high-profile individuals to stress the importance and coolness of being educated.

    iDance Ministry ada iDance Experience

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn How to Use Creative Arts to Explore Mental Health, Addiction and Disabilities
    Description: Through movement and art, our dance organization takes participants on a journey through the emotional landscapes of mental health, addiction, and recovery, leaving them with a sense of empowerment and hope. iDance provides insight into experiences that are misunderstood or stigmatized, fostering greater awareness and empathy. In this "A Day in the Life of" experience, participants will see how e tap into the power of movement and art to enhance multidimensional subjective well-being. Other modalities used in this experience include improv and expressive dance art experiences, and in some cases, theater arts.

    Jazzercise East Brunswick & Hillsborough

    East Brunswick & Hillsborough, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Jazzed about Dance, Fitness, Women's Health, and Entrepreneurship
    Description: "Jazzercise is the original dance fitness program, and first to be franchised. As a Jazzercise instructor and business owner, I have a broad skill set I must employ. Some small business owners wear many hats, but I wear many shoes - dancing, teaching, performing, fitness knowledge, coaching/motivational, focused on women's wellness experiences, business entrepreneurship (finances, team management, communication), sales (marketing, social media, customer accumulation, customer retention), event planner, etc. I'm looking for an intern-for-a-day to share a unique business ownership experience, but also to get honest feedback from the intern about their customer service experience and learn more about opportunities for me to improve my social media content.

    My ideal IFAD candidate would have some flexibility with their schedule and be interested in dance, fitness, and empowering women. I would expect some in-person time at my Jazzercise locations, in East Brunswick and/or Hillsborough (depending on the location and day, morning classes are at 9 or 9:15am and evening classes are Mon/Wed/Thurs at 5:30 or 5:45pm). During the day there would be opportunities for in-person or virtual time together. As a Rutgers alumna, I'm so supportive of my alma mater and I believe in giving back to the community. I'm JAZZED to share a program I love with Rutgers students who have any shared interests or curiosities about what I've described. Thanks for considering joining me for a week of dancing fitness fun!"

    Marty Gottlieb Studios

    Hoboken, NY J  
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Social Media Interaction Intern
    Description: Marty Gottlieb Studios produces photos and videos for the fashion industry. Our clients are fashion models who are building their portfolios and designers who hire us to produce their advertising, website, and social media campaigns. The intern(s) will be using our social media accounts to share information with the goal of attracting new clients. The intern will essentially be the "artificial intelligence bot" reaching out and responding to client inquiries. Other duties may include assisting on photo/video projects as needed by the schedule.

    Matawan Aberdeen Public Library

    Matawan, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A (Work) Day in the Life in a New Jersey Public Library
    Description: We have never participated in IFAD, but we do hire paid interns at times. We believe in supporting students of information studies - particularly those whose goals include working in a library. I envision the IFAD experience here at MAPL as being a day where the student will spend time in all departments, learning about our library, and they will be given every opportunity to ask questions.

    Maybacks TV

    Experience Type: Virtual 
    IFaD: TV Programmer
    Description: We will help you understand how TV shows are broadcast

    Middlesex County Democratic Organization

    Edison, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn How to Run Campaigns
    Description: "Interning for the Middlesex County Democratic Organization (MCDO) as a college student for a week would involve a mix of campaign-related activities and organizational support. You might assist with tasks such as phone banking, helping with voter outreach, and engaging in get-out-the-vote efforts. Given the MCDO's involvement in local and statewide elections, you could also help organize events, attend volunteer meetings, or participate in community outreach efforts with candidates running for the State Assembly, Mayor, or Council. Interns may also assist with social media management, data entry, and event coordination, which are critical for modern campaign efforts.

    Additionally, the organization often hosts events such as candidate meet-and-greets, committee meetings, and community-based volunteer opportunities, which could offer interns a chance to network with local political leaders and community members.

    Internships like this typically provide exposure to the political process and local government, making it a valuable experience for those interested in political science, government, or community organizing."

    National Council on US-Arab Relation

    Washington, D.C.
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Jump Into Event Planning and Program Management for MENA Education
    Description: "From interning with the National Council on US-Arab Relations during your spring break, you'll gain a ton of insights not only on event planning by helping us plan a 300+ person National Model Arab League Conference here in the Nation's Capitol, but you'll also gain insights on how an internship program looks at applications while building an intriguing itinerary and how a small non-profit organization efficiently runs.

    We hope to have students who are interested in event planning and non-profit organizations and have a passion for MENA education. Students who have a background in Model Arab League, Model UN, Model NATO, Model African Union, and etc. are not required but strongly preferred."

    Parcel

    Montclair, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: The Insides of Running A Successful Small Art Business
    Description: Are you passionate about print and design with a flair for vintage and obscure imagery? Parcel, your go-to destination for unique and captivating prints, is looking for enthusiastic interns to join our dynamic team!

    As an intern at Parcel, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the production side of our business, helping us craft and fulfill one-of-a-kind orders. We’re seeking individuals with a flexible schedule who are eager to dive into the world of print and design.

    If you’re ready to immerse yourself in the creative process and contribute to our vibrant store, apply now to become part of the Parcel family!

    Spring Institute for Intercultural Learning

    Denver, CO
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Spend the Day as an Intercultural Advocate
    Description: Shadow the operations of the policy advocacy team and become acquainted with Spring Institute's range of programs and services that are helping to build a thriving intercultural community through learning, language access, and advocacy.

    Terra Kaffe

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Work at a fast growing start up
    Description: We would offer valuable real world insights to an ambitious student interested in gaining exposure to the ins and outs of a NYC start up.

    The Legal Aid Society

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Join the fight for Equal Justice!
    Description: The "Intern for a Day" program at The Legal Aid Society offers students a unique, immersive experience in public interest law. Participants spend a day shadowing legal professionals, gaining firsthand insight into the legal field, the daily operations of a nonprofit law firm, and the crucial work of advocating for underserved communities. Through court observations, case discussions, and Q&A sessions with attorneys, participants are introduced to various aspects of legal aid, including civil, criminal, and juvenile rights law. This program is an excellent opportunity for aspiring lawyers and advocates to explore a career in public interest law.

    The SOAR Program

    Elizabeth, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: See the World through Children's Eyes as a K-8 Classroom Leader
    Description: The SOAR Program is offering an intern experience to help lead on of our classrooms from the Kindergarten to 8th Grade level. We at SOAR lead a thriving family style program that serves students from Elizabeth, NJ to experiences that inspire them to think bigger than their surroundings. Through Homework Help, Recreational/STEAM style activates, and mentorship we engage our students for personal growth. We love to share our culture with others, and we would love to have an intern participate in and experience some of our special moments with us.

    TipTop Technologies

    Sunnyvale, CA
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Get to know an active entrepreneurial community largely made up of students like you
    Description: "Our Silicon Valley-based company owns comprehensive, widely-applied, human-level intelligence creating (“general Artificial Intelligence”) technologies (“a giant leap compared to alternatives”) which we built continuously over five decades, smart step by smart step, for launch in this decade.

    You will get to understand first-hand why top students from many of the best universities like Rutgers choose to work with us both during the academic year and over the summer months."

    Tri Delta (Delta Delta Delta Fraternity)

    Dallas, TX
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Marketing & Communications at a Fraternity Headquarters
    Description: Come learn about Marketing & Communications and what goes on behind the scenes at Tri Delta's Fraternity headquarters for all of our marketing materials and communications that are sent out to collegians, alumnae, volunteers, and stakeholders. This internship experience will allow you to work with our Copy Editor and get a glimpse of their daily and weekly responsibilities, and how they contribute to our enterprise operations.

    Tuff City Records

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Behind the Beats: Tuff City Intern for a Day
    Description: About us: Tuff City Records is an independent record label in midtown Manhattan. Tuff City Records is a 40-year veteran company, rich with a catalog of old school Hip Hop, Funk, Soul and Latin music. We are happy to host an intern to brainstorm t-shirt designs and create engaging and dynamic social media campaigns. The ideal candidate will have some experience with or interest in using animation software and a passion for creating content that resonates with our audience.

    Umbrella Functional Consulting & Support Team

    Croydon, PA    
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Explore your dreams!
    Description: "All of our interns must start out with their dreams in mind. What do you want to do after college? Our company builds internships with your dreams in mind and tailors the experience to you.

    Work on our social media platforms to advertise upcoming events, attract people to our page, and track data to see the most successful means to attract people.

    Universal Academy of Pittsburgh

    Pittsburgh, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Share your field of experience with others
    Description: This is the most diverse school you will ever visit. We have students from 23 countries, and we speak 17 languages.

    Wafaa Organization

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow!
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

  • A Leadership Journey

    Experience Type: Virtual    
    IFaD: Lead and Learn With A CEO
    Description: Connect with a learn from current CEO/Founder of A Leadership Journey Youth Leadership and Travel Nonprofit. Interns will get a first hand look at what the CEO prioritizes for the organization, how and why decisions are made, and what goes into running a nonprofit that focuses on youth.

    ASun Star

    East Rutherford, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: ASun Star Intern For A Day
    Description: ASun Star Intern For A Day

    Atlas Healthcare

    Cranbury, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Healthcare Exploration
    Description: Social Work

    BronxWorks

    Bronx, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Community Building With Your Formerly Homeless Neighbors
    Description: Bronx Point is a new Supportive Housing program for the formerly homeless at the site of the Hip Hop Museum in the South Bronx. Join us as we build a fully tenant-centered community, addressing the (historic, systemic & on-going) barriers to stability & success at the micro-, mezzo- & macro-levels. You can experience case management for individuals from marginalized communities experiencing mental health, substance use, legal/immigration, histories of domestic violence & long-term incarceration. Participate in meeting facilitation, tenant groups, event preparation, & tenant advocacy- all guided by Social Work values. Learn about program leadership from a participatory, democratic perspective.

    BronxWorks

    Bronx, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the shoes of a Supportive Housing Case Manager
    Description: Intern for the Day will shadow a supportive housing case manager in the field. The supportive housing program is a scattered site, meaning all tenants/clients live in different areas of the Bronx. Home visits are conducted bi-weekly. During home visits the case manager can assist with a variety of services (scheduling medical appointments/transportation, reviewing medical paperwork, escorting a client to their medical appointment, assisting with housing related issues and other case management related activities). The intern will be expected to travel by public transportation.

    Catholic Partnership School

    Camden, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience A Day in Education; Learning and Growing with CPS
    Description: Thank you for the opportunity to partner with Rutgers and the IFAD Program. We have several departments in which an intern can shadow personnel, offer hands on experience and be an additional team member; Business Administration, Community Engagement, Classroom Instruction, School Sports, Marketing and much more. We will make the day engaging and fun! Our mission is to reach the hearts and minds of children in Camden and that of every person that walks into the doors of Catholic Partnership Schools. We hope to provide a meaningful experience for you when you Intern for a Day. Here at CPS, we make it a mission to connect your classroom learning to a valuable and memorable real-life experience. Looking forward to working with you!

    Certified Fitness for Special Needs, Inc

    Whitehouse Station, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Get hands on experience working with clients with various levels of abilities.
    Description: Last year, CFSN and Fitness for U fitness center hosted several students for half day experiences. It is the mission of our companies to teach and guide young students to the possible job opportunties in the health and wellness field.

    Christ the Teacher Academy

    Fort Lee, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: CTTA Teacher for a Day
    Description: Students can intern with a teacher in any grade or subject.

    Eagle's Landing Day Camp

    North Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Camp Leadership Lab
    Description: "Step behind the scenes and dive into the business operations of a summer camp! During this immersive intern experience, students will gain hands-on exposure to areas like program planning, marketing and social media, and operations and logistics. Learn what it takes to run a camp smoothly while developing leadership and organizational skills in a fun, dynamic environment. Perfect for aspiring leaders who want to explore the business side of camp life!

    We are looking for 3 summer interns! Specifically a Sales & Recruitment Intern, Marketing & Social Media Intern, and a Sports & Recreation Intern!"

    Equitable Advisors

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Manage Wealth For A Day
    Description: "We are financial consultant and wealth managers. Our job is to impact our client's lives through financial planning and wealth management. We are seeking students that are interested in a career after graduation that can have a great impact on people's lives through helping managing finances.

    Students will shadow multiple levels of financial consultants from entry-level consultants, senior consultants up to vice presidents that run teams. You do not need a finance background to learn. The main skillset of a consultant is strong communication skills and an interest in working with clients directly.

    You will also gain networking skills in speaking with more senior consultants. Our team is young and growing with a lot of friendly people to meet and learn something new!"

    Eyes Like Mine Inc.

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Life After Blindness
    Description: Students will receive an engaging experience using insightful tools, resources, artificial intelligence, and grassroots strategies to empower people with disabilities. All students will receive an initial orientation to prepare them for their intern experience during the Spring Semester Week. They will amplify the mission of the organization with miscellaneous, enriching activities.

    Fashion Institute of Technology, Health Services

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the Shoes of a University Dietitian and Health Specialist
    Description: I’m excited to be hosting an intern for the day! While this is my first time participating in this specific role, I bring years of experience working with student workers. At FIT, I’ve launched and managed a peer educator program, overseen campus food pantry operations, and supported students in the federal work-study program. Since there are no health and wellness majors at FIT, I’ve developed a supportive and educational leadership approach that trains students from diverse academic backgrounds, ensuring they feel empowered and equipped to learn about health and wellness.

    Federal Employment Assistance

    Marlton, NJ
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Assist Students to apply for Federal Careers
    Description: Students will be instructed on how to apply to the federal Pathways Program for students and recent graduates to secure a career in any field. They can apply anywhere in the country with high starting salaries and great benefits! All positions come with paid on the job training but they must know how to apply correctly and use a federal style resume which will be explained.

    GO Project

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Teacher for a Day!
    Description: Interns will work directly with one class of 15 students in either our elementary program (grades K-4), or our middle school program (grades 5-7). As an intern, you are primarily responsible for supporting your class of students throughout the day. Teaching Assistants are assigned to classes based on grade preference and need, and work together with a teacher and volunteers to support students. NOTE: This internship will be offered on March 13th (Saturday).

    Greater Brunswick Charter School

    New Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inspire and Guide Teaching and Learning, Grades K-8
    Description: Greater Brunswick Charter School is a free public K-8 school in New Brunswick, NJ, with a Dual Language (Eng./Span.) program in grades K-5. Spend a day or the week at GBCS and you will see how: - Our Dual Language program develops bilingualism/biliteracy, cross-cultural competencies, and academic achievement.

    - Our educational program includes Personal Education Plans, personalized learning for each student.

    - We use Positive Discipline, a solution focused discipline that models mutual respect and restorative justice. IFAD Intern opportunities will be based on your experience and comfort level and will range from: Shadowing a teacher, working with a small group of students or one-on-one, preparing learning materials, co-teaching, facilitating an activity, supporting recess or lunch supervision, and more. Student School Day = 8:00am - 3:00pm.

    Staff School Day = 8:00am - 3:30pm.

    Gymboree Play & Music of Ocean Twp

    Ocean Twp, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn the ups and downs of self-employment
    Description: Students will shadow the owner for a typical morning on what it takes to be a local business owner. Includes customer service, marketing, sales, management, and human resource skills experience.

    Highland Support Project

    Experience Type: Virtual 
    IFaD: Empowerment Media Lab: A Day of Creative Impact
    Description: For over a decade, our collaboration with Rutgers University has fostered an enriching Spring Break experience for public health teams eager to delve into Indigenous traditional health systems. This partnership has been instrumental in bridging academic learning with real-world practice, as students engage closely with community partners to gain firsthand insights into holistic health approaches. The mutual exchange of knowledge not only enhances the students' understanding and appreciation of diverse health practices but also empowers communities by strengthening ties with future health professionals. This enduring relationship has cultivated a platform for cultural exchange and shared growth, making a significant impact on both the participants and the communities they serve.

    I've crafted a paragraph about your decade-long experience working with Rutgers. If there's anything else you need, just let me know!

    I Have A Dream Foundation

    Newark, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Put on your Program Assistant Hat!
    Description: Assist the lead teacher in planning and implementing daily activities, including arts and crafts, sports, and educational games.

    Provide support to students with homework and academic projects.

    Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages student participation and engagement.

    Monitor and ensure the safety and well-being of students during activities and transitions.

    Assist in setting up and cleaning up after activities.

    Assist in the creation and maintenance of digital content."

    I WILL GRADUATE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

    Brooklyn, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the World of a Non-Profit Youth Development Organization
    Description: I WILL GRADUATE PROGRAM (E4EA-IWG) headquartered in New York City, is a 501(c)(3) charity organization dedicated to serving and empowering students, families, and the community by communicating the importance of educational excellence. We accomplish our goals through youth development programs, arts-in-education, college and career guidance, mentoring, parent engagement, school and community workshops, exciting events, and the use of multimedia platforms. We also enlist the talents, and resources of the music and entertainment industry along with prominent high-profile individuals to stress the importance and coolness of being educated.

    iDance Ministry ada iDance Experience

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn How to Use Creative Arts to Explore Mental Health, Addiction and Disabilities
    Description: Through movement and art, our dance organization takes participants on a journey through the emotional landscapes of mental health, addiction, and recovery, leaving them with a sense of empowerment and hope. iDance provides insight into experiences that are misunderstood or stigmatized, fostering greater awareness and empathy. In this "A Day in the Life of" experience, participants will see how e tap into the power of movement and art to enhance multidimensional subjective well-being. Other modalities used in this experience include improv and expressive dance art experiences, and in some cases, theater arts.

    Jazzercise East Brunswick & Hillsborough

    East Brunswick & Hillsborough, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Jazzed about Dance, Fitness, Women's Health, and Entrepreneurship
    Description: "Jazzercise is the original dance fitness program, and first to be franchised. As a Jazzercise instructor and business owner, I have a broad skill set I must employ. Some small business owners wear many hats, but I wear many shoes - dancing, teaching, performing, fitness knowledge, coaching/motivational, focused on women's wellness experiences, business entrepreneurship (finances, team management, communication), sales (marketing, social media, customer accumulation, customer retention), event planner, etc. I'm looking for an intern-for-a-day to share a unique business ownership experience, but also to get honest feedback from the intern about their customer service experience and learn more about opportunities for me to improve my social media content.

    My ideal IFAD candidate would have some flexibility with their schedule and be interested in dance, fitness, and empowering women. I would expect some in-person time at my Jazzercise locations, in East Brunswick and/or Hillsborough (depending on the location and day, morning classes are at 9 or 9:15am and evening classes are Mon/Wed/Thurs at 5:30 or 5:45pm). During the day there would be opportunities for in-person or virtual time together. As a Rutgers alumna, I'm so supportive of my alma mater and I believe in giving back to the community. I'm JAZZED to share a program I love with Rutgers students who have any shared interests or curiosities about what I've described. Thanks for considering joining me for a week of dancing fitness fun!"

    Joan Angela D'Alessandro Foundation

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Help a child safety Foundation spread their message
    Description: Joan's Joy was formed in memory of 7 year old Girl Scout Joan D'Alessandro to help children in need, promote child safety awareness and advocate child safety legislation. learn what it take to run a non profit and effect change. Help us with ideas t o grow our organization.

    Keck Center for Collaborative Neuroscience

    Piscataway, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Think Like a Neuroscientist for a Day
    Description: The W. M. Keck Center for Collaborative Neuroscience was established to bring effective treatments to people with different diseases including spinal cord injury, addiction, Tourette's and hearing loss. Based on a commitment to collaboration, all Center facilities and programs are designed to enable cooperative basic science projects and enhance external relationships to combine the knowledge and expertise of academic, corporate, government, public and private partners, and the community.

    Let's Learn Tutoring

    Newtown, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Join us and experience the daily operations of a small business!
    Description: The student will observe and assist in the day-to-day operations of running Let's Learn Tutoring. The Director of Operations at Let's Learn oversees the development and implementation of our mission, individualized education, ensuring educators are accurately supporting the unique learning styles of each student. The Director leads and supports a team of educators, fostering a culture of respect, honesty, and excellence. By streamlining administrative processes and engaging with families, the Director of Operations creates a community centered around student success. Some of the day-to-day work involves scheduling, email marketing, meeting with co-workers, planning events, seeking speaking engagements/professional development opportunities, planning ways to network and keep engagement elevated, and connecting with families to create retention and cultivate a community!

    Matawan Aberdeen Public Library

    Matawan, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A (Work) Day in the Life in a New Jersey Public Library
    Description: We have never participated in IFAD, but we do hire paid interns at times. We believe in supporting students of information studies - particularly those whose goals include working in a library. I envision the IFAD experience here at MAPL as being a day where the student will spend time in all departments, learning about our library, and they will be given every opportunity to ask questions.

    MCC Family Services, Inc.

    Bensalem, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: "Step Into the World of Behavioral Health and Social Services Professional Opportunities
    Description: Those who sign up for the Intern For A Day Experience at MCC Family Services, Inc., can expect to be introduced to several different positions within the services we offer our clients as a continuum of care. With our Intensive Family Based Therapy program, Child and Adolescent and Adult Outpatient Program, IBHS/ABA Program, participants will gain insight regarding what a day in the life would be like for several of the roles we are sourcing for at MCC, including Behavioral Health Consultant, Licensed Behavioral Consultant, Family Based Counselor, Family Based Therapist, Outpatient Therapist, to name a few. Participants will also be introduced to our Bright Beginners Academy program, offering truly developmentally inclusive preschool and childcare for children, right here in Bensalem, PA., as well as Associates Home Care, Inc., offering in-home care and support services to the elderly homebound and adults within the community that have received diagnosis that would make them eligible for services we provide. Participants will have the opportunity to meet Program Managers and have the opportunity to meet with hiring Manager as well. They will be able to tour the facility and get firsthand look at the operational side of the business. MCC Family Services will provide lunch as well.

    Metropolitan Police Department

    Washington, D.C.
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Catch a Glimpse: One Day Behind the Badge in DC
    Description: Join us for a unique, hands-on experience with the Washington, DC Metropolitan Police Department. This immersive program allows participants to step into the daily routine of law enforcement officers, gaining firsthand insights into crime prevention, community engagement, and investigative work. Interns will visit specialized units and get a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and responsibilities of maintaining public safety in the nation’s capital. It’s a day to explore careers, build connections, and see what it takes to serve the DC community!

    Middlesex County Democratic Organization

    Edison, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn How to Run Campaigns
    Description: "Interning for the Middlesex County Democratic Organization (MCDO) as a college student for a week would involve a mix of campaign-related activities and organizational support. You might assist with tasks such as phone banking, helping with voter outreach, and engaging in get-out-the-vote efforts. Given the MCDO's involvement in local and statewide elections, you could also help organize events, attend volunteer meetings, or participate in community outreach efforts with candidates running for the State Assembly, Mayor, or Council. Interns may also assist with social media management, data entry, and event coordination, which are critical for modern campaign efforts.

    Additionally, the organization often hosts events such as candidate meet-and-greets, committee meetings, and community-based volunteer opportunities, which could offer interns a chance to network with local political leaders and community members.

    Internships like this typically provide exposure to the political process and local government, making it a valuable experience for those interested in political science, government, or community organizing."

    Millburn Township Public Schools

    Millburn, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Follow a teacher or Principal for the day!
    Description: Millburn Township Public School District has 8 school buildings with 450+ teachers. As one of the highest performing school districts in NJ, we welcome college students to meet the Principal, discuss career prospects, and visit our classrooms to see our teachers and students in action. The first day is Monday, March 17th. Students can continue to visit for an additional 1, 2, 3, or 4 days that week in a variety of classrooms. Please let us know your classroom preference elementary, middle, or high school; and if you are focused on a particular subject, special education, guidance, therapy or other areas.

    We look forward to hosting you for IFAD!

    Monmouth County Human Resources

    Freehold, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Discover Monmouth County Public Service Career Paths
    Description: Monmouth County Human Resources is a full-service Human Resources agency. We are dedicated to helping public service job seekers interested in the various career paths within Monmouth County, and to servicing more than 3,000 County Employees, providing benefits, compensation, training and employee relations.

    National Council on US-Arab Relation

    Washington, D.C.
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Jump Into Event Planning and Program Management for MENA Education
    Description: "From interning with the National Council on US-Arab Relations during your spring break, you'll gain a ton of insights not only on event planning by helping us plan a 300+ person National Model Arab League Conference here in the Nation's Capitol, but you'll also gain insights on how an internship program looks at applications while building an intriguing itinerary and how a small non-profit organization efficiently runs.

    We hope to have students who are interested in event planning and non-profit organizations and have a passion for MENA education. Students who have a background in Model Arab League, Model UN, Model NATO, Model African Union, and etc. are not required but strongly preferred."

    Nationalities Service Center

    Northeast Philadelphia, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Tutor English as a Second Language Learners
    Description: We provide new immigrants, refugees and asylees with English classes. Come support our learners in our English program.

    One Bright Ray

    Philadelphia, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Empowerment in Action: A Day as an Alternative High School Intern
    Description: One Bright Ray is excited to host interns to explore the diverse opportunities in alternative education. As an alternative school, we recognize that education extends beyond academics; addressing the social and emotional needs of our students is essential for their success. We are committed to using restorative practices and project-based learning to create an engaging and supportive environment. Our focus is on educating over-aged and under-credited students who have struggled to find success in traditional school settings. To support our students, we ensure that all our schools have certified counselors, licensed social workers, and college and career counselors available. By prioritizing the holistic development of each student, we aim to foster their overall well-being.

    People First of Santa Cruz County

    Santa Cruz, CA
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Learn about homeless services and/or nonprofit adminsitration
    Description: People First would like to tailor our IFAD experience to the student's interests. If you're interested in programmatic topics (everything from case management to shelter operations), then we can connect you to our RV Safe Parking, Outreach-Based Case Management, and/or Armory/Overlook Shelter staff. If you're interested in administrative topics (everything from HR to accounting), we can connect you to the team member(s) would would be able to provide the most information and insights.

    Phoenix International School of the Arts

    La Plata, MD
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Be a School Principal for Spring Break!
    Description: "Remember as a kid when you could be ""Principal for the day,"" as part of a positive behavior intervention program? Well, now you're one step closer to making that dream a true reality.

    Be a Founding Middle School Principal of a fine and performing arts school in Maryland. Learn what it means to lead a supportive team of teachers, who we call our ""Crew"", cultivate hilarious, but dynamic scholars, and provide compassionate support to our families and our community-at-large. There's never a dull day as a middle school Principal."

    Playtime Daycare

    Allentown, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: "Empowering Parents for their Children's Success"
    Description: Playtime Group Day Care Center provides quality care for infants through school-aged children. The professionally trained staff partners with parents to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children strive to learn. Our main goal is to ‘nurture individual children’s growth in a safe, comfortable, and enriching environment’ where they feel welcome and secure. At the same time, we provide the parent with the right tools so their children can succeed.

    Potential Inc.

    Newtown, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Autism Services: A Day in the Life
    Description: Join Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Behavior Technicians as they provide Applied Behavior Analysis therapy services to children with Autism! This is a great opportunity for students interested in childcare, education, psychology, or healthcare.

    Rocky Mountain Prep

    Denver, CO
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: See what a day in the life of a Rocky Mountain Prep movement builder is like!
    Description: Interested in a career in education? Come visit Rocky Mountain Prep, a public charter network with 12 schools in the Denver Metro area, and experience what a day in the life of an RMP teacher is like! With our world class preK-12th college preparatory programming and tenets of rigor and love, we are looking to democratize college access for historically marginalized students and communities in Denver and beyond.

    RU OIT-Information Security Office

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: A Day in the Life of an Cybersecurity Specialist
    Description: Interns with the Rutgers OIT - Information Security Office will spend the day learning about the importance of information security, risk management, incident response, training, and compliance at Rutgers University while exploring various paths leading to an exciting career in cybersecurity.

    Sanctuary + Seed

    Martinsville, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Become a Start Up Non Profit Farmer
    Description: Join us at Sanctuary + Seed, a new start up organization centered around wellness, environmental justice, and spirituality. Since it will be early spring, we will be working to prepare the garden beds whether building raised beds, filling the beds with soil, taking care of seedlings or transplanting. You may be documenting this day for us as part of our Marketing and Communications team as well as getting your hands dirty in the soil. We are constantly renovating our space, so we may have you help us with interior design and promotion of our rental spaces. However, if you are more interested in education, you are welcome to help write eco education curriculum. You will also have an opportunity to shadow our Executive Director and experience what goes into starting a non-profit from scratch.

    Schenectady City School District

    Schenectady, NY
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Everybody Counts, Everybody Learns
    Description: "The Schenectady City School District is very excited to host its very first Intern for a Day experience with Rutgers University.

    We are thrilled to offer students the opportunity to learn more about our district and what we have to offer."

    SEARCH Learning Group

    Warren, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Intern for a Day as an ABA Therapist
    Description: SEARCH’s IFAD program provides optimal hands-on experiences for clinicians looking to build their knowledge base and skills observing clinical staff with young learners with autism using the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA).

    Share My Meals

    Princeton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Start Up Non-Profit: Shadow CEO working to address hunger and save our environment
    Description: "Join the Share My Meals CEO in her efforts to address food waste's environmental impacts and food insecurity's societal impacts. Meet her team, see the operation, and spend a day working to help those most in need in NJ.

    The CEO and Share My Meals team will take you through a view of their supply chain, social media efforts, and the day-to-day running of a start-up company. Based on the student's specific interests, we will tailor the day to focus on areas such as operations, marketing, finance, and HR."

    Social Security Administration

    Newark, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Behind the Glass: Life at SSA
    Description: We would like to offer prospective applicants a chance to get a glimpse of what goes on behind the scenes at a local Social Security Field Office. Because of privacy and security concerns, the students will not be able to see/hear all of what we do. However, we will show the students around, let them speak briefly with current employees, meet our public, observe our reception area, and get an idea of what our daily life is like. Because the scope of what they can see is limited, the visit will only be for a half day, so we can do an am session at 8:30 and a pm session at 12:30.

    Spring Institute for Intercultural Learning

    Denver, CO
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Spend the Day as an Intercultural Advocate
    Description: Shadow the operations of the policy advocacy team and become acquainted with Spring Institute's range of programs and services that are helping to build a thriving intercultural community through learning, language access, and advocacy.

    Step With Purpose

    Blackwood, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: “Step Into Your Future: Be a Preschool Intern for a Day at Step With Purpose!”
    Description: Student will engage with children ages 2-5 year of age. Assisting with activities, on trips, filing, organizing and assisting with lesson plans if Abel to. Students can create parent workshops as well.

    Storming Robots

    Branchburg, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Shadow a Robotics Projects Class for Gr. 5 to 8 using Arduino-based platform.
    Description: Student will "shadow" a seasonal intructor to run 2 hours robotic projects class focusing on Open-ended Challenges.

    The Black Brain Campaign

    Philadelphia, PA
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Follow the life of a therapist in training
    Description: We at the Black Brain Campaign are dedicated to eradicating the stigma of mental health in the Black community and this happens through our free therapy program, LEAP-licensure education assistance program, professional development, and internship for therapists in training. Your IFAD experience will allow you to shadow a current day in the life of a therapist in training who is currently in a graduate program who is learning the essential skills to provide culturally attuned therapy to the BIPOC community. This will include group supervision, individual supervision, and the administrative tasks associated with a therapist in training.

    The Legal Aid Society

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Join the fight for Equal Justice!
    Description: The "Intern for a Day" program at The Legal Aid Society offers students a unique, immersive experience in public interest law. Participants spend a day shadowing legal professionals, gaining firsthand insight into the legal field, the daily operations of a nonprofit law firm, and the crucial work of advocating for underserved communities. Through court observations, case discussions, and Q&A sessions with attorneys, participants are introduced to various aspects of legal aid, including civil, criminal, and juvenile rights law. This program is an excellent opportunity for aspiring lawyers and advocates to explore a career in public interest law.

    The London Day School

    Florham Park, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Intern at a preschool
    Description: We are a preschool. This experience is best suited for those in Early Eduaction or even primary level grades.

    The SOAR Program

    Elizabeth, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: See the World through Children's Eyes as a K-8 Classroom Leader
    Description: The SOAR Program is offering an intern experience to help lead on of our classrooms from the Kindergarten to 8th Grade level. We at SOAR lead a thriving family style program that serves students from Elizabeth, NJ to experiences that inspire them to think bigger than their surroundings. Through Homework Help, Recreational/STEAM style activates, and mentorship we engage our students for personal growth. We love to share our culture with others, and we would love to have an intern participate in and experience some of our special moments with us.

    UMBRELLA FUNCTIONAL CONSULTING & SUPPORT TEAM

    Croydon, PA
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: EXPLORE YOUR DREAMS
    Description: All of our interns must start out with their dreams in mind. What do you want to do after college? Our company builds internships with your dreams in mind and tailors the experience to you.

    Choice experience to follow the path of the student's choosing. We have a nonprofit and an LLC that provides opportunity for the student to explore and pursue career dreams. Our LLC umbrella offers adult disability services. Our nonprofit charity, The Big Puddle, provides opportunity for charity work in areas of bridging the gap of disability, mental health, homelessness risk, and medical fragility. This path will allow students to build and potentially land a career building this charity.

    UMC (United Methodist Communities)

    Ocean City; Pitman; Newton Collingswood, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A Career That Makes A Defference
    Description: "Come spend the day with an organization that makes a difference! UMC is a certified Great Place to Work 7 years in a row! Spend the day with us and see the many different opportunities available to you working at a senior living community. Interact with our leadership team and see the different career opportunities in management, HR, Finance, Nursing, and Hospitality. Take a tour of the interesting areas of our Physical and Occupational Therapy department, Nursing units, our kitchen area with chefs and hospitality. You will have time to speak with our leaders and sit and listen to them share their experiences and answer your questions. We will also offer lunch and some fun activities.

    If you are sure what you want to do when you graduate or are not sure and want to see different career opportunities UMC would love for you to spend the day with us! NOTE- You may be assigned to one of the following locations: Ocean City; Ptman; Newton, Collingswood. "

    Uncommon Schools

    Newark, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Recruit like a champion at Uncommon Schools
    Description: Students will have an opportunity to tour an Uncommon School to learn about the mission and culture of our North Star Academy district! Afterwards, they will engage with a Talent Recruiter to learn about and work with early talent like themselves!

    Universal Academy of Pittsburgh

    Pittsburgh, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Share your field of experience with others
    Description: This is the most diverse school you will ever visit. We have students from 23 countries, and we speak 17 languages.

    Wafaa Organization

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow!
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

    Windsor Public Schools

    Windsor, CT
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at Public School Operations
    Description: Get a behind-the-scenes-look at the operations of a racially diverse public school district in Connecticut. The host, Bonnie Fineman, is Rutgers graduate from the Class of 1999. She transitioned from an English teacher to a district level administrator, and is now the director of all curriculum, instruction, and assessment for the secondary arm of Windsor Public Schools. This IFAD experience will give the participant a chance to shadow for two-days, learning how procedures and policies are formed, implemented, and analyzed for intended outcomes. The participant will spend time in both the district office and secondary (middle and high school) classrooms. This is an ideal opportunity for anyone interested in pursuing education, leadership, and/or educational policy.

  • Bayard Cutting Arboretum

    Great River, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Walk in a Garden Curator's Shoes!
    Description: The 691-acre Bayard Cutting Arboretum was the former home of William Cutting, now a New York State Park with a mission “to provide an oasis of beauty and quiet for the pleasure, rest and refreshment of those who delight in outdoor beauty; and to bring about a greater appreciation and understanding of the value and importance of informal planting.” The current collection of fir, spruce, pine, cypress, hemlock, yew and other lesser-known conifers is one of the most extensive to be found in the United States. Perennial borders, woodland trails, coastal gardens, natural wetlands, forest, and a CSA farm can also be found in the arboretum’s vast acreage. Interns will work in all areas of the gardens and participate in a wide range of horticultural experiences. Typically, interns will rotate around the arboretum working in selected collections. Interns will gain hands-on experience stressing plant identification, garden maintenance strategies, sound horticultural practices, garden curation, educational programming, and general public park management.

    Friends of Princeton Open Space

    Princeton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience Hands-on Conservation Work and Ecosystem Restoration
    Description: Work under the direction of FOPOS’s Director of Natural Resources and Stewardship, assisting in the day-to-day activities of managing an open space preserve. Most of the interns’ time will be spent outdoors working within riparian and forest restoration project sites located at the Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve, in Princeton. You may be assisting with ecological and field monitoring projects at the Preserve or assisting with invasive species management by learning to identify, monitor, and remove invasive plant species.

    GEMINI DESIGN GROUP LLC

    Chester, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Gemini is a full service kitchen/bath design and space planning company looking to mentor students in design, project management and architecture.
    Description: Gemini is excited to host a few Rutgers students to show what is involved in a career in kitchen/bath design, space planning and general contracting. We strive to achieve the space of our client's dreams through professionalism, creativity, honesty and follow through. Carla Gaeta- the owner and lead designer- is excited to host you for either a full day or 1/2 day to see what is involved and get creative.

    Greater Brunswick Charter School

    New Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inspire and Guide Teaching and Learning, Grades K-8
    Description: "Greater Brunswick Charter School is a free public K-8 school in New Brunswick, NJ, with a Dual Language (Eng./Span.) program in grades K-5. Spend a day or the week at GBCS and you will see how: - Our Dual Language program develops bilingualism/biliteracy, cross-cultural competencies, and academic achievement.

    - Our educational program includes Personal Education Plans, personalized learning for each student.

    - We use Positive Discipline, a solution focused discipline that models mutual respect and restorative justice. IFAD Intern opportunities will be based on your experience and comfort level and will range from: Shadowing a teacher, working with a small group of students or one-on-one, preparing learning materials, co-teaching, facilitating an activity, supporting recess or lunch supervision, and more. Student School Day = 8:00am - 3:00pm.

    Staff School Day = 8:00am - 3:30pm."

    Highland Support Project

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowerment Media Lab: A Day of Creative Impact
    Description: For over a decade, our collaboration with Rutgers University has fostered an enriching Spring Break experience for public health teams eager to delve into Indigenous traditional health systems. This partnership has been instrumental in bridging academic learning with real-world practice, as students engage closely with community partners to gain firsthand insights into holistic health approaches. The mutual exchange of knowledge not only enhances the students' understanding and appreciation of diverse health practices but also empowers communities by strengthening ties with future health professionals. This enduring relationship has cultivated a platform for cultural exchange and shared growth, making a significant impact on both the participants and the communities they serve.

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    Monmouth County Division of Planning

    Freehold, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Plan to be a Planner for a Day in Monmouth
    Description: March 17th is expected to be a day where the Monmouth County Planning Board Meets (meetings are monthly). The intern will get a walk through what goes into preparing the material that the agenda covers in the AM (meeting with our different sections in the Division), attend the meeting in the afternoon, and then discuss with the team what the outcome of the Board's approvals and actions may mean for the County and how it ties in with the lives of the people who live here.

    Natural Resources Conservation Service

    Hamilton Square, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Helping People Help the Land with conservation
    Description: This if NJ NRCS first time participating from this program and we are very excited to show the conservation world to future conservationists. Our agency provides technical and financial assistance to farmers and forest landowners to improve the quality of the natural resources. Our positions are Soil Conservationists, Natural Resource Specialist, Soil Scientist, Agronomy, Forestry, Biology and others. We are happy to provide an overview of what we do and plan some exciting conservation days. We are also looking to take advantage of this opportunities to discuss college credits required if interested in applying for careers with USDA-NRCS. Depending on the interest field of study, we will partner the intern with a subject matter expert in that field, this could happen in our state office located in Hamilton Square or any of our 6 Field offices (Hackettstown, Frenchtown, Freehold, Columbus, Woodstown and Vineland).

    Sanctuary + Seed

    Martinsville, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Become a Start Up Non Profit Farmer
    Description: Join us at Sanctuary + Seed, a new start up organization centered around wellness, environmental justice, and spirituality. Since it will be early spring, we will be working to prepare the garden beds whether building raised beds, filling the beds with soil, taking care of seedlings or transplanting. You may be documenting this day for us as part of our Marketing and Communications team as well as getting your hands dirty in the soil. We are constantly renovating our space, so we may have you help us with interior design and promotion of our rental spaces. However, if you are more interested in education, you are welcome to help write eco education curriculum. You will also have an opportunity to shadow our Executive Director and experience what goes into starting a non-profit from scratch.

    SGS North America

    Dayton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: "IFAD Students will be introduced to SGS's Environmental Lab in South Brunswick Township. First, they will be assigned an SGS Mentor who will review expectations for both the company and the intern, followed closely by a safety presentation and lab tour. Prior to entering the laboratory, Interns will be assigned standard Personal Protective Equipment including lab coat, safety glasses, and disposable nitrile gloves. Certain laboratory-specific PPE may be assigned based on tasks being performed.

    Once in the laboratory, IFAD interns will be trained to perform basic tasks on air, water, and soil samples collected in and around New Jersey. Basic tasks include weighing soil samples, performing dilutions on sample extracts, pipetting solutions from one container to the next, and may include the use of acids and bases or solvents during sample preparation. Where appropriate, Interns may also receive familiarization with various instruments that generate analytical data and final sample results. At every step along the way, the SGS Mentor will tie the IFAD experience back to real-world application in the industry."

    Share My Meals

    Princeton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Start Up Non-Profit: Shadow CEO working to address hunger and save our environment
    Description: "Join the Share My Meals CEO in her efforts to address food waste's environmental impacts and food insecurity's societal impacts. Meet her team, see the operation, and spend a day working to help those most in need in NJ.

    The CEO and Share My Meals team will take you through a view of their supply chain, social media efforts, and the day-to-day running of a start-up company. Based on the student's specific interests, we will tailor the day to focus on areas such as operations, marketing, finance, and HR."

    Universal Academy of Pittsburgh

    Pittsburgh, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Share your field of experience with others
    Description: This is the most diverse school you will ever visit. We have students from 23 countries, and we speak 17 languages.

    Wafaa Organization

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

  • Bayard Cutting Arboretum

    Great River, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Walk in a Garden Curator's Shoes!
    Description: The 691-acre Bayard Cutting Arboretum was the former home of William Cutting, now a New York State Park with a mission “to provide an oasis of beauty and quiet for the pleasure, rest and refreshment of those who delight in outdoor beauty; and to bring about a greater appreciation and understanding of the value and importance of informal planting.” The current collection of fir, spruce, pine, cypress, hemlock, yew and other lesser-known conifers is one of the most extensive to be found in the United States. Perennial borders, woodland trails, coastal gardens, natural wetlands, forest, and a CSA farm can also be found in the arboretum’s vast acreage. Interns will work in all areas of the gardens and participate in a wide range of horticultural experiences. Typically, interns will rotate around the arboretum working in selected collections. Interns will gain hands-on experience stressing plant identification, garden maintenance strategies, sound horticultural practices, garden curation, educational programming, and general public park management.

    Catholic Partnership School

    Camden, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience A Day in Education; Learning and Growing with CPS
    Description: Thank you for the opportunity to partner with Rutgers and the IFAD Program. We have several departments in which an intern can shadow personnel, offer hands on experience and be an additional team member; Business Administration, Community Engagement, Classroom Instruction, School Sports, Marketing and much more. We will make the day engaging and fun! Our mission is to reach the hearts and minds of children in Camden and that of every person that walks into the doors of Catholic Partnership Schools. We hope to provide a meaningful experience for you when you Intern for a Day. Here at CPS, we make it a mission to connect your classroom learning to a valuable and memorable real-life experience. Looking forward to working with you!

    Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary

    Ste. Genevieve, MO
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Take a Walk in Tiger Territory and Be a Keeper For a Day!
    Description: Students will join staff in all of the daily activities we preform to run a big cat sanctuary. Beginning with animal care, students will make diets, help clean animal enclosures, and watch feeding and administering of medications. They will go on multiple different tours to see how we are able to educate the general public, in addition to learning more information about our facility. They will also assist in our lodging areas to help prepare for guests. Lastly, they will assist with yard work and making enrichment for our tigers.

    Eyes Like Mine Inc.

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Life After Blindness
    Description: Students will receive an engaging experience using insightful tools, resources, artificial intelligence, and grassroots strategies to empower people with disabilities. All students will receive an initial orientation to prepare them for their intern experience during the Spring Semester Week. They will amplify the mission of the organization with miscellaneous, enriching activities.

    Fashion Institute of Technology, Health Services

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the Shoes of a University Dietitian and Health Specialist
    Description: I’m excited to be hosting an intern for the day! While this is my first time participating in this specific role, I bring years of experience working with student workers. At FIT, I’ve launched and managed a peer educator program, overseen campus food pantry operations, and supported students in the federal work-study program. Since there are no health and wellness majors at FIT, I’ve developed a supportive and educational leadership approach that trains students from diverse academic backgrounds, ensuring they feel empowered and equipped to learn about health and wellness.

    Federal Employment Assistance

    Marlton, NJ    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Assist Students to apply for Federal Careers Full time or part time as an Intern, working for the nations largest and most diverse and secure Employer the Federal Service.
    Description: Students will be instructed on how to apply to the federal Pathways Program for students and recent graduates to secure a career in any field. They can apply anywhere in the country with high starting salaries and great benefits! All positions come with paid on the job training but they must know how to apply correctly and use a federal style resume which will be explained.

    Friends of Princeton Open Space

    Princeton, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience Hands-on Conservation Work and Ecosystem Restoration
    Description: Work under the direction of FOPOS’s Director of Natural Resources and Stewardship, assisting in the day-to-day activities of managing an open space preserve. Most of the interns’ time will be spent outdoors working within riparian and forest restoration project sites located at the Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve, in Princeton. You may be assisting with ecological and field monitoring projects at the Preserve or assisting with invasive species management by learning to identify, monitor, and remove invasive plant species.

    Greater Brunswick Charter School

    New Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inspire and Guide Teaching and Learning, Grades K-8
    Description: "Greater Brunswick Charter School is a free public K-8 school in New Brunswick, NJ, with a Dual Language (Eng./Span.) program in grades K-5. Spend a day or the week at GBCS and you will see how: - Our Dual Language program develops bilingualism/biliteracy, cross-cultural competencies, and academic achievement.

    - Our educational program includes Personal Education Plans, personalized learning for each student.

    - We use Positive Discipline, a solution focused discipline that models mutual respect and restorative justice. IFAD Intern opportunities will be based on your experience and comfort level and will range from: Shadowing a teacher, working with a small group of students or one-on-one, preparing learning materials, co-teaching, facilitating an activity, supporting recess or lunch supervision, and more. Student School Day = 8:00am - 3:00pm.

    Staff School Day = 8:00am - 3:30pm."

    Highland Support Project

    Experience Type: Virtual 
    IFaD: Empowerment Media Lab: A Day of Creative Impact
    Description: For over a decade, our collaboration with Rutgers University has fostered an enriching Spring Break experience for public health teams eager to delve into Indigenous traditional health systems. This partnership has been instrumental in bridging academic learning with real-world practice, as students engage closely with community partners to gain firsthand insights into holistic health approaches. The mutual exchange of knowledge not only enhances the students' understanding and appreciation of diverse health practices but also empowers communities by strengthening ties with future health professionals. This enduring relationship has cultivated a platform for cultural exchange and shared growth, making a significant impact on both the participants and the communities they serve.

    I've crafted a paragraph about your decade-long experience working with Rutgers. If there's anything else you need, just let me know!

    Natural Resources Conservation Service

    Hamilton Square, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Helping People Help the Land with conservation
    Description: This if NJ NRCS first time participating from this program and we are very excited to show the conservation world to future conservationists. Our agency provides technical and financial assistance to farmers and forest landowners to improve the quality of the natural resources. Our positions are Soil Conservationists, Natural Resource Specialist, Soil Scientist, Agronomy, Forestry, Biology and others. We are happy to provide an overview of what we do and plan some exciting conservation days. We are also looking to take advantage of this opportunities to discuss college credits required if interested in applying for careers with USDA-NRCS. Depending on the interest field of study, we will partner the intern with a subject matter expert in that field, this could happen in our state office located in Hamilton Square or any of our 6 Field offices (Hackettstown, Frenchtown, Freehold, Columbus, Woodstown and Vineland).

    Sanctuary + Seed

    Martinsville, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Become a Start Up Non Profit Farmer
    Description: Join us at Sanctuary + Seed, a new start up organization centered around wellness, environmental justice, and spirituality. Since it will be early spring, we will be working to prepare the garden beds whether building raised beds, filling the beds with soil, taking care of seedlings or transplanting. You may be documenting this day for us as part of our Marketing and Communications team as well as getting your hands dirty in the soil. We are constantly renovating our space, so we may have you help us with interior design and promotion of our rental spaces. However, if you are more interested in education, you are welcome to help write eco education curriculum. You will also have an opportunity to shadow our Executive Director and experience what goes into starting a non-profit from scratch.

    SGS North America

    Dayton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience an Environmental Testing Laboratory for a Day
    Description: "IFAD Students will be introduced to SGS's Environmental Lab in South Brunswick Township. First, they will be assigned an SGS Mentor who will review expectations for both the company and the intern, followed closely by a safety presentation and lab tour. Prior to entering the laboratory, Interns will be assigned standard Personal Protective Equipment including lab coat, safety glasses, and disposable nitrile gloves. Certain laboratory-specific PPE may be assigned based on tasks being performed.

    Once in the laboratory, IFAD interns will be trained to perform basic tasks on air, water, and soil samples collected in and around New Jersey. Basic tasks include weighing soil samples, performing dilutions on sample extracts, pipetting solutions from one container to the next, and may include the use of acids and bases or solvents during sample preparation. Where appropriate, Interns may also receive familiarization with various instruments that generate analytical data and final sample results. At every step along the way, the SGS Mentor will tie the IFAD experience back to real-world application in the industry."

    Share My Meals

    Princeton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Start Up Non-Profit: Shadow CEO working to address hunger and save our environment
    Description: Join the Share My Meals CEO in her efforts to address food waste's environmental impacts and food insecurity's societal impacts. Meet her team, see the operation, and spend a day working to help those most in need in NJ.

    The CEO and Share My Meals team will take you through a view of their supply chain, social media efforts, and the day-to-day running of a start-up company. Based on the student's specific interests, we will tailor the day to focus on areas such as operations, marketing, finance, and HR.

    Summit Ridge Farms

    Susquehanna, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Animal Science & Nutrition for the Petfood Industry
    Description: Shadow our team of animal scientists as they conduct nutritional feeding trials that will provide crucial information to the pet food industry to better formulate their products. Work with clients to determine what they want to achieve, develop a protocol and oversee nutritional research from start to finish. The intern will collaborate with our animal scientists as well as veterinarians and veterinary technicians to provide sound research and data in an enriched, state of the art environment.

    UMC (United Methodist Communities)

    Ocean City; Pitman; Newton; Collingswood, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A Career That Makes A Defference
    Description: "Come spend the day with an organization that makes a difference! UMC is a certified Great Place to Work 7 years in a row! Spend the day with us and see the many different opportunities available to you working at a senior living community. Interact with our leadership team and see the different career opportunities in management, HR, Finance, Nursing, and Hospitality. Take a tour of the interesting areas of our Physical and Occupational Therapy department, Nursing units, our kitchen area with chefs and hospitality. You will have time to speak with our leaders and sit and listen to them share their experiences and answer your questions. We will also offer lunch and some fun activities.

    If you are sure what you want to do when you graduate or are not sure and want to see different career opportunities UMC would love for you to spend the day with us!  NOTE- You may be assigned to one of the following locations: Ocean City; Ptman; Newton, Collingswood. "

    USDA/AMS/Specialty Crops Inspection Division

    North Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Growing in Agriculture. A day in the life of an Agricultural Commodity Grader.
    Description: Take a walk with the Specialty Crops Inspection Division as you: (1) collect and examine samples of fruits, vegetables, and related products, and then determine their grade, condition, and wholesomeness based on specific criteria; (2) observe food facilities’ operating methods, processing equipment, and personnel to see if they are in compliance with Federal requirements; and (3) perform a limited number of analytical determinations by prescribed methods and techniques.

    Wafaa Organization

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow!
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

    Water Lilies Food, LLC

    Bay Shore, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: R&D Food Scientist - Food Manufacturing
    Description: The student(s) will be allowed to see the R&D/Product Development process in real time. We will show benchtop formulation as well as how that translates into a manufacturing setting all in one day. Specifically, we will be working on frozen, Asian appetizers. Would like to include the student(s) in the benchtop sample making process, planning a formula, measuring it out, folding the sample by hand, and subsequently evaluating.

  • Bolero Snort, LLC

    Carlstadt, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn What It Takes To Run A Large Craft Brewery
    Description: Located in the Meadowlands and brewing for over ten years - Bolero Snort Brewery has grown into an experimental brewing destination, distribution company and local mainstay. You'll pick the brains of the Founder, Co-Owner / Director of Sales, Operations Manager, Marketing Director and Head Brewer to gather a broad sense of what it takes to build a company from the ground up and keep it going despite a global pandemic and logistical setbacks. You'll have a tour of the facility and learn about our tight-knit industry filled with entrepreneurs, investors, bar staff, event planners and more. This experience would be holistic and beneficial to someone who thinks outside the box.

    Catholic Partnership School

    Camden, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience A Day in Education; Learning and Growing with CPS
    Description: Thank you for the opportunity to partner with Rutgers and the IFAD Program. We have several departments in which an intern can shadow personnel, offer hands on experience and be an additional team member; Business Administration, Community Engagement, Classroom Instruction, School Sports, Marketing and much more. We will make the day engaging and fun! Our mission is to reach the hearts and minds of children in Camden and that of every person that walks into the doors of Catholic Partnership Schools. We hope to provide a meaningful experience for you when you Intern for a Day. Here at CPS, we make it a mission to connect your classroom learning to a valuable and memorable real-life experience. Looking forward to working with you!

    CELEBRATION CREATIONS

    Manahawkin, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Celebration Creations Business Explorer
    Description: This internship offers an immersive experiences for students interested in entrepreneurship, sales and marketing within the hospitality industry. As an intern, you will gain hands-on exposure to key elements of growing a business, building brand awareness and engaging with clients in a fast-paced, creative environment. You will learn how to develop and implement marketing campaigns, gain insights into social media platforms and understand all aspect the sales process. The intern will work closely with the business owners to understand the entrepreneurial mindset.

    Clark Associates

    Lititz, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Supply Chain, Sales, Hospitality, and Development - Mastering the food equipment and supplies industry
    Description: "Clark Associates is a collective of dynamic companies that distribute restaurant supplies and equipment to a variety of independent customers, small businesses, and large chains. The Intern for a Day experience will give you insight into our physical office space with a tour, an overview of the company history and culture with recruiters, and we'll highlight the company's summer internship program.

    Check out our internship and full-time openings in advance here: https://www.clarkassociatesinc.biz/careers/"

    Equitable Advisors

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Manage Wealth For A Day
    Description: "We are financial consultant and wealth managers. Our job is to impact our client's lives through financial planning and wealth management. We are seeking students that are interested in a career after graduation that can have a great impact on people's lives through helping managing finances.

    Students will shadow multiple levels of financial consultants from entry-level consultants, senior consultants up to vice presidents that run teams. You do not need a finance background to learn. The main skillset of a consultant is strong communication skills and an interest in working with clients directly.

    You will also gain networking skills in speaking with more senior consultants. Our team is young and growing with a lot of friendly people to meet and learn something new!"

    Eyes Like Mine Inc.

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Life After Blindness
    Description: Students will receive an engaging experience using insightful tools, resources, artificial intelligence, and grassroots strategies to empower people with disabilities. All students will receive an initial orientation to prepare them for their intern experience during the Spring Semester Week. They will amplify the mission of the organization with miscellaneous, enriching activities.

    F&T Group

    Queens, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: We are a real estate development company, so we have different opportunities within our departments to host an intern. From construction, engineering, IT, marketing, property management, hotel management, graphic design.
    Description: We are one of the largest real estate development firms in New York, with a diverse and dynamic portfolio that includes Queens Crossing, One Fulton Square, Flushing Commons, and our latest project, the new epicenter of downtown Flushing—Tangram. As an intern, you’ll have the chance to gain hands-on experience across various departments such as Marketing, Public Relations, IT, Property Management, Engineering, and more. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-impact projects and develop valuable skills in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

    Gallagher & Associates

    Washington, D.C. (employees are remote)
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Design a Museum Exhibit
    Description: "I have been part of this program since it started a few years ago. My company loves hosting the students and the students have seemed to have a good time every year.

    Please be sure to offer this experience to History, English, and Arts History, and American Studies students too!"

    Highland Support Project

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowerment Media Lab: A Day of Creative Impact
    Description: For over a decade, our collaboration with Rutgers University has fostered an enriching Spring Break experience for public health teams eager to delve into Indigenous traditional health systems. This partnership has been instrumental in bridging academic learning with real-world practice, as students engage closely with community partners to gain firsthand insights into holistic health approaches. The mutual exchange of knowledge not only enhances the students' understanding and appreciation of diverse health practices but also empowers communities by strengthening ties with future health professionals. This enduring relationship has cultivated a platform for cultural exchange and shared growth, making a significant impact on both the participants and the communities they serve.

    I've crafted a paragraph about your decade-long experience working with Rutgers. If there's anything else you need, just let me know!"

    Jazzercise East Brunswick & Hillsborough

    East Brunswick & Hillsborough, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Jazzed about Dance, Fitness, Women's Health, and Entrepreneurship
    Description: Jazzercise is the original dance fitness program, and first to be franchised. As a Jazzercise instructor and business owner, I have a broad skill set I must employ. Some small business owners wear many hats, but I wear many shoes - dancing, teaching, performing, fitness knowledge, coaching/motivational, focused on women's wellness experiences, business entrepreneurship (finances, team management, communication), sales (marketing, social media, customer accumulation, customer retention), event planner, etc. I'm looking for an intern-for-a-day to share a unique business ownership experience, but also to get honest feedback from the intern about their customer service experience and learn more about opportunities for me to improve my social media content.

    My ideal IFAD candidate would have some flexibility with their schedule and be interested in dance, fitness, and empowering women. I would expect some in-person time at my Jazzercise locations, in East Brunswick and/or Hillsborough (depending on the location and day, morning classes are at 9 or 9:15am and evening classes are Mon/Wed/Thurs at 5:30 or 5:45pm). During the day there would be opportunities for in-person or virtual time together. As a Rutgers alumna, I'm so supportive of my alma mater and I believe in giving back to the community. I'm JAZZED to share a program I love with Rutgers students who have any shared interests or curiosities about what I've described. Thanks for considering joining me for a week of dancing fitness fun!

    UMC (United Methodist Communities)

    Ocean City; Ptman; Newton; Collingswood, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person
    IFaD: A Career That Makes A Defference
    Description: Come spend the day with an organization that makes a difference! UMC is a certified Great Place to Work 7 years in a row! Spend the day with us and see the many different opportunities available to you working at a senior living community. Interact with our leadership team and see the different career opportunities in management, HR, Finance, Nursing, and Hospitality. Take a tour of the interesting areas of our Physical and Occupational Therapy department, Nursing units, our kitchen area with chefs and hospitality. You will have time to speak with our leaders and sit and listen to them share their experiences and answer your questions. We will also offer lunch and some fun activities.

    If you are sure what you want to do when you graduate or are not sure and want to see different career opportunities UMC would love for you to spend the day with us! NOTE- You may be assigned to one of the following locations: Ocean City; Ptman; Newton, Collingswood.

    Wafaa Organization

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow!
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

    Wowzitude

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Create and Launch: Be a Content Entrepreneur for a Day
    Description: Dive into Wowzitude’s world of content creation, where you’ll develop, refine, and expand our unique TripKit materials. You’ll also gain hands-on experience editing video content for marketing purposes, using tools like Opus, and exploring innovative content strategies that support scalable livestreaming and interactive travel to 1.2 million subscribers worldwide. This immersive experience provides a rare opportunity to shape global engagement in real-time and see how content drives growth in a dynamic startup environment.

  • Clarksville Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission

    Clarksville, TN
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: City and Regional Planning in Clarksville TN
    Description: If a student is in middle Tennessee and interested in a one day shadow / internship we are available. We can also accommodate a smaller virtual meet and greet with Q&A.

    Equitable Advisors

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Manage Wealth For A Day
    Description: We are financial consultant and wealth managers. Our job is to impact our client's lives through financial planning and wealth management. We are seeking students that are interested in a career after graduation that can have a great impact on people's lives through helping managing finances.

    Students will shadow multiple levels of financial consultants from entry-level consultants, senior consultants up to vice presidents that run teams. You do not need a finance background to learn. The main skillset of a consultant is strong communication skills and an interest in working with clients directly.

    You will also gain networking skills in speaking with more senior consultants. Our team is young and growing with a lot of friendly people to meet and learn something new!

    Eyes Like Mine Inc.

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Life After Blindness
    Description: Students will receive an engaging experience using insightful tools, resources, artificial intelligence, and grassroots strategies to empower people with disabilities. All students will receive an initial orientation to prepare them for their intern experience during the Spring Semester Week. They will amplify the mission of the organization with miscellaneous, enriching activities.

    Fashion Institute of Technology, Health Services

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the Shoes of a University Dietitian and Health Specialist
    Description: I’m excited to be hosting an intern for the day! While this is my first time participating in this specific role, I bring years of experience working with student workers. At FIT, I’ve launched and managed a peer educator program, overseen campus food pantry operations, and supported students in the federal work-study program. Since there are no health and wellness majors at FIT, I’ve developed a supportive and educational leadership approach that trains students from diverse academic backgrounds, ensuring they feel empowered and equipped to learn about health and wellness.

    Federal Employment Assistance

    Marlton, NJ    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Assist Students to apply for Federal Careers Full time or part time as an Intern
    Description: Students will be instructed on how to apply to the federal Pathways Program for students and recent graduates to secure a career in any field. They can apply anywhere in the country with high starting salaries and great benefits! All positions come with paid on the job training but they must know how to apply correctly and use a federal style resume which will be explained.

    Mercer County Division of Public Health

    Trenton, NJ
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Mercer County Division of Public Health: Public Health Essentials
    Description: The Mercer County Division of Public Health was established in 2004. The Division consists of two major programs: the County Environmental Health Agency (CEHA) and the Local Information Network Communication System (LINCS). These programs provide emergency preparedness functions and public and environmental health activities throughout Mercer County and work together to further improve collaborations with community stakeholders. The Division also provides information and resources about public health issues, such as disease information, public health communications, and safety tips.

     

     

    Internship Experience: The student intern will shadow the Division of Public Health and Safety team throughout the day within a county health department. The student interns’ experience will be based on their area of focus within public health responsibilities and will vary greatly. The student intern will have the opportunity to work closely with experience processionals in public health filed and under their guidance, will observe how the team members approach their work, participate in discussions, and gain valuable insight into their decision-making processes. The student intern will be involved in conducting research, data collection, and analysis, assisting in program planning and implementation, or contributing to educational health campaigns. The internship will allow the student to develop valuable essential skills in real-world applications and receive feedback to further enhance their learning and understanding. Furthermore, the internship is designed to assist the student with gaining an exposure to the broader field of public health, develop a better understanding of the different roles, settings, and current challenges within public health, and learn how they may become a part of improving population health outcomes."

    Middlesex County Democratic Organization

    Edison, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn How to Run Campaigns
    Description: "Interning for the Middlesex County Democratic Organization (MCDO) as a college student for a week would involve a mix of campaign-related activities and organizational support. You might assist with tasks such as phone banking, helping with voter outreach, and engaging in get-out-the-vote efforts. Given the MCDO's involvement in local and statewide elections, you could also help organize events, attend volunteer meetings, or participate in community outreach efforts with candidates running for the State Assembly, Mayor, or Council. Interns may also assist with social media management, data entry, and event coordination, which are critical for modern campaign efforts.

    Additionally, the organization often hosts events such as candidate meet-and-greets, committee meetings, and community-based volunteer opportunities, which could offer interns a chance to network with local political leaders and community members.

    Internships like this typically provide exposure to the political process and local government, making it a valuable experience for those interested in political science, government, or community organizing."

    Monmouth County Human Resources

    Freehold, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Discover Monmouth County Public Service Career Paths
    Description: Monmouth County Human Resources is a full-service Human Resources agency. We are dedicated to helping public service job seekers interested in the various career paths within Monmouth County, and to servicing more than 3,000 County Employees, providing benefits, compensation, training and employee relations.

    Princeton Medical Institute

    Princeton, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Be a Marketing/Clinical Research Coordinator
    Description: Excited to have you!

    Rafael Gomez Attorney At Law PC

    Hackensack, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: The internship experience
    Description: "Interns will gain experience working at a general practice law firm and be exposed to a variety of areas, will be responsible in assisting with cases, reviewing and preparing correspondence, typing and modifying documents, preparing case folders, client intake and maintain files. As well as, administrative responsibilities will include answering phones, contact clients, courts, and insurance providers. Will be working for 8-10 hours per week.

    Get started right away! We are looking for legal assistants who can be a great fit to our team.

    Please send a copy of your resume to gomez@gomezlegal.com . If you have any questions on the status of your application, please call the number listed below."

    RU OIT-Information Security Office

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: A Day in the Life of an Cybersecurity Specialist
    Description: Interns with the Rutgers OIT - Information Security Office will spend the day learning about the importance of information security, risk management, incident response, training, and compliance at Rutgers University while exploring various paths leading to an exciting career in cybersecurity.

    Share My Meals

    Princeton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Start Up Non-Profit: Shadow CEO working to address hunger and save our environment
    Description: "Join the Share My Meals CEO in her efforts to address food waste's environmental impacts and food insecurity's societal impacts. Meet her team, see the operation, and spend a day working to help those most in need in NJ.

    The CEO and Share My Meals team will take you through a view of their supply chain, social media efforts, and the day-to-day running of a start-up company. Based on the student's specific interests, we will tailor the day to focus on areas such as operations, marketing, finance, and HR."

    Spring Institute for Intercultural Learning

    Denver, CO
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Spend the Day as an Intercultural Advocate
    Description: Shadow the operations of the policy advocacy team and become acquainted with Spring Institute's range of programs and services that are helping to build a thriving intercultural community through learning, language access, and advocacy.

    The Legal Aid Society

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Join the fight for Equal Justice!
    Description: The "Intern for a Day" program at The Legal Aid Society offers students a unique, immersive experience in public interest law. Participants spend a day shadowing legal professionals, gaining firsthand insight into the legal field, the daily operations of a nonprofit law firm, and the crucial work of advocating for underserved communities. Through court observations, case discussions, and Q&A sessions with attorneys, participants are introduced to various aspects of legal aid, including civil, criminal, and juvenile rights law. This program is an excellent opportunity for aspiring lawyers and advocates to explore a career in public interest law.

    UMBRELLA FUNCTIONAL CONSULTING & SUPPORT TEAM

    Croydon, PA    
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: EXPLORE YOUR DREAMS
    Description: "All of our interns must start out with their dreams in mind. What do you want to do after college? Our company builds internships with your dreams in mind and tailors the experience to you.

    Law, public health, policy, and safety - This path will allow students to explore public health policy and safety standards and to build on existing policies to provide a more informative and engaging approach to application of policy and standards.

    Universal Academy of Pittsburgh

    Pittsburgh, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Share your field of experience with others
    Description: This is the most diverse school you will ever visit. We have students from 23 countries, and we speak 17 languages.

    Wafaa Organization

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow!
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

  • A+ Athlete Sports Medicine

    Robbinsville, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Spend a day shadowing a renowned sports medicine doctor in his thriving practice.
    Description: Immerse yourself in the dynamic field of sports medicine by spending a day with an exceptional doctor in his private practice. Gain insights into the daily operations, from the front desk to the heart of patient care. Discover the myriad benefits of a career in the medical profession

    Aprio

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Empire State of Mind: Day in the life as an Aprio Accountant
    Description: We participated in this event last year and it was amazing!

    ASun Star

    East Rutherford, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: ASun Star Intern For A Day
    Description: ASun Star Intern For A Day

    Atlas Healthcare

    Cranbury, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Healthcare Exploration
    Description: Social Work

    Atrium

    Holmdel, New York
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Discover the Art of Talent Acquisition
    Description: "Please join us for a two-day Internship experience where you will have the opportunity to shadow our Recruiters, engage in meaningful discussions, and participate in workshops to help boost your career!

     

    During our time together you will...

    Shadow Full-Cycle Recruiters

    Work alongside experienced Recruiters as they navigate the entire recruitment process, from identifying top talent to conducting interviews and making offers. You'll observe real-time decision-making and understand how recruiters strategically match candidates with roles.

    Engage In Panel Discussions with Industry Experts

    Participate in exclusive panel discussions featuring our recruitment team where you can deep dive into what it’s like to be an agency Recruiter.

    Participate in LinkedIn & Resume Workshops

    Learn how to build a powerful professional brand through LinkedIn and create a standout resume. These workshops will equip you with the tools and knowledge to optimize your profile, write impactful resumes, and effectively market your skills to future employers.

    Join An Interactive Q&A Sessions

    Get your questions answered! During dedicated Q&A sessions, you'll have the chance to engage directly with recruiters and HR professionals, gaining valuable insights into the nuances of the recruitment world and how to succeed in this dynamic field.  NOTE- You may be assigned to one of the following locations: Homdel or New York"

    Bolero Snort, LLC

    Carlstadt, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn What It Takes To Run A Large Craft Brewery
    Description: Located in the Meadowlands and brewing for over ten years - Bolero Snort Brewery has grown into an experimental brewing destination, distribution company and local mainstay. You'll pick the brains of the Founder, Co-Owner / Director of Sales, Operations Manager, Marketing Director and Head Brewer to gather a broad sense of what it takes to build a company from the ground up and keep it going despite a global pandemic and logistical setbacks. You'll have a tour of the facility and learn about our tight-knit industry filled with entrepreneurs, investors, bar staff, event planners and more. This experience would be holistic and beneficial to someone who thinks outside the box.

    Catholic Partnership School

    Camden, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience A Day in Education; Learning and Growing with CPS
    Description: Thank you for the opportunity to partner with Rutgers and the IFAD Program. We have several departments in which an intern can shadow personnel, offer hands on experience and be an additional team member; Business Administration, Community Engagement, Classroom Instruction, School Sports, Marketing and much more. We will make the day engaging and fun! Our mission is to reach the hearts and minds of children in Camden and that of every person that walks into the doors of Catholic Partnership Schools. We hope to provide a meaningful experience for you when you Intern for a Day. Here at CPS, we make it a mission to connect your classroom learning to a valuable and memorable real-life experience. Looking forward to working with you!

    Clark Associates

    Lititz, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Supply Chain, Sales, Hospitality, and Development - Mastering the food equipment and supplies industry
    Description: "Clark Associates is a collective of dynamic companies that distribute restaurant supplies and equipment to a variety of independent customers, small businesses, and large chains. The Intern for a Day experience will give you insight into our physical office space with a tour, an overview of the company history and culture with recruiters, and we'll highlight the company's summer internship program.

    Check out our internship and full-time openings in advance here: https://www.clarkassociatesinc.biz/careers/"

    Eagle's Landing Day Camp

    North Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Camp Leadership Lab
    Description: "Step behind the scenes and dive into the business operations of a summer camp! During this immersive intern experience, students will gain hands-on exposure to areas like program planning, marketing and social media, and operations and logistics. Learn what it takes to run a camp smoothly while developing leadership and organizational skills in a fun, dynamic environment. Perfect for aspiring leaders who want to explore the business side of camp life!

    We are looking for 3 summer interns! Specifically a Sales & Recruitment Intern, Marketing & Social Media Intern, and a Sports & Recreation Intern!"

    ELEMIS

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Explore the Beauty of People Operations!
    Description: As an ""Intern-For-A-Day"" with ELEMIS, a brand under L'Occitane Group, students interested in pursuing human resources will have a chance to explore the diverse and exciting world of people operations within a fast-paced beauty company!

    Our IFAD will have the opportunity to participate and learn about the many sides of human resources, including: joining in on recruitment screenings and strategy calls, diving into our learning & development initiatives, and gaining exposure to our bi-annual employee engagement survey process. This intern will deepen their understanding of how the beauty industry operates, how different functions under human resources align to provide employee support and people strategy, and how the HR function partners with other corporate teams to deliver results.

    If you are passionate about human resources - especially in the beauty world - then we would love to host you!

    Equitable Advisors

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Manage Wealth For A Day
    Description: We are financial consultant and wealth managers. Our job is to impact our client's lives through financial planning and wealth management. We are seeking students that are interested in a career after graduation that can have a great impact on people's lives through helping managing finances.

    Students will shadow multiple levels of financial consultants from entry-level consultants, senior consultants up to vice presidents that run teams. You do not need a finance background to learn. The main skillset of a consultant is strong communication skills and an interest in working with clients directly.

    You will also gain networking skills in speaking with more senior consultants. Our team is young and growing with a lot of friendly people to meet and learn something new!

    Express Employment Professionals

    Jersey City or Edison, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Recruit awesome candidates for companies and gain valuable Human Resources experience
    Description: We are a staffing company helping companies in the area find the right talent. If you have an interest in Human Resources, this may be the right internship for you. Your day to day activities will involve reviewing resumes, interviewing candidates and filling job orders with qualified candidates for our clients. You may be able to work out of the Edison, NJ location or the Jersey City, NJ location. Parking is available only in Edison. Jersey City is 1 block from the Exchange PATH train.

    Eyes Like Mine Inc.

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Life After Blindness
    Description: Students will receive an engaging experience using insightful tools, resources, artificial intelligence, and grassroots strategies to empower people with disabilities. All students will receive an initial orientation to prepare them for their intern experience during the Spring Semester Week. They will amplify the mission of the organization with miscellaneous, enriching activities.

    F&T Group

    Queens, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: We are a real estate development company, so we have different opportunities within our departments to host an intern. From construction, engineering, IT, marketing, property management, hotel management, graphic design.
    Description: We are one of the largest real estate development firms in New York, with a diverse and dynamic portfolio that includes Queens Crossing, One Fulton Square, Flushing Commons, and our latest project, the new epicenter of downtown Flushing—Tangram. As an intern, you’ll have the chance to gain hands-on experience across various departments such as Marketing, Public Relations, IT, Property Management, Engineering, and more. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-impact projects and develop valuable skills in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

    Greater Brunswick Charter School

    New Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inspire and Guide Teaching and Learning, Grades K-8
    Description: Greater Brunswick Charter School is a free public K-8 school in New Brunswick, NJ, with a Dual Language (Eng./Span.) program in grades K-5. Spend a day or the week at GBCS and you will see how: - Our Dual Language program develops bilingualism/biliteracy, cross-cultural competencies, and academic achievement.

    - Our educational program includes Personal Education Plans, personalized learning for each student.

    - We use Positive Discipline, a solution focused discipline that models mutual respect and restorative justice. IFAD Intern opportunities will be based on your experience and comfort level and will range from: Shadowing a teacher, working with a small group of students or one-on-one, preparing learning materials, co-teaching, facilitating an activity, supporting recess or lunch supervision, and more. Student School Day = 8:00am - 3:00pm.

    Staff School Day = 8:00am - 3:30pm.

    Gymboree Play & Music of Ocean Twp

    Ocean Twp, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn the ups and downs of self-employment
    Description: Students will shadow the owner for a typical morning on what it takes to be a local business owner. Includes customer service, marketing, sales, management, and human resource skills experience.

    Hamdard Health Alliance

    Addison, IL
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inside look at an HR team's daily operations
    Description: Join a small HR team to see the many hats they wear in a week and get some live experience handling HR tasks. The Chief HR -Compliance Officer will spend time sharing key practices, working with the student on compliance tasks and employee relations, and looking at a small non-profit organization's need for a strong HR team.

    I WILL GRADUATE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

    Brooklyn, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the World of a Non-Profit Youth Development Organization
    Description: I WILL GRADUATE PROGRAM (E4EA-IWG) headquartered in New York City, is a 501(c)(3) charity organization dedicated to serving and empowering students, families, and the community by communicating the importance of educational excellence. We accomplish our goals through youth development programs, arts-in-education, college and career guidance, mentoring, parent engagement, school and community workshops, exciting events, and the use of multimedia platforms. We also enlist the talents, and resources of the music and entertainment industry along with prominent high-profile individuals to stress the importance and coolness of being educated.

    Insperity

    Florham Park, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Insperity - Human Resource Intern for a Day
    Description: We could host your students on any one of three mid-week days (Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday). A sample agenda might look like: 10am arrival at the office, tour of facilities and introduction to key staff. Followed by an introduction to our profession/industry and organization. And, an opportunity for students to conduct informational interviews with selected managerial staff. Break for a catered lunch. Introduction to our HR service team members, explaining work flows and collaboration. Students shadow a specialist role. Regroup for observations and questions. 4pm the job shadow comes to a close.

    Jazzercise East Brunswick & Hillsborough

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Jazzed about Dance, Fitness, Women's Health, and Entrepreneurship
    Description: Learn how a product goes from concept to market.

    LAPP

    Florham Park, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the world of Human Resources!
    Description: The participating intern will learn what the world of HR looks like within a global manufacturing company. The intern will be exposed to recruiting, general HR, benefits, talent development, and so much more!

    LAPP

    Florham Park, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the world of Human Resources!
    Description: The intern selected for this opportunity will be shadowing various leaders in our manufacturing department. They will be able to see the process of how wire and cable is created and the skills/leadership that are required in manufacturing (Lean, material management, Project Management).

    Malecki Financial Group

    Edison, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inside MFG: A Day in Finance, Marketing, and Client Care
    Description: Step inside Malecki Financial Group for a day of immersive learning and hands-on experience. Get an insider’s look at the diverse roles that drive a successful financial advisory firm. From financial planning and data analytics to marketing strategies and client service excellence, you'll have the chance to engage with industry professionals, explore career paths like becoming a CFP® , AIF® , or CEPA® , and dive into the cutting-edge tools we use daily. This is your opportunity to experience the dynamic world of wealth management and business operations, all in one day!

    Manasquan Bank

    Wall Township, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Banking with the Best
    Description: "Your experience kicks off with a welcome breakfast to fuel us for an engaging day starting with a tour of our administrative buildings in Wall Township including our in-house branch, followed by interactive experiences with various teams, lunch and a Q&A session with our executive leaders and of course, company swag!

    Our agenda boasts info sessions from each of our departments to see how each team contributes to the success of the bank, a ""fireside chat"" with our former interns now full time employees, a glimpse of our new client experience training, financial literacy, and our own resume and interview skills clinic delivered by our HR and Learning & Development Teams. Each of our employee resource groups will also host a session to share how their ERG aids the bank and the importance of belonging."

    Matawan Aberdeen Public Library

    Matawan, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A (Work) Day in the Life in a New Jersey Public Library
    Description: We have never participated in IFAD, but we do hire paid interns at times. We believe in supporting students of information studies - particularly those whose goals include working in a library. I envision the IFAD experience here at MAPL as being a day where the student will spend time in all departments, learning about our library, and they will be given every opportunity to ask questions.

    Middlesex County Democratic Organization

    Edison, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn How to Run Campaigns
    Description: Interning for the Middlesex County Democratic Organization (MCDO) as a college student for a week would involve a mix of campaign-related activities and organizational support. You might assist with tasks such as phone banking, helping with voter outreach, and engaging in get-out-the-vote efforts. Given the MCDO's involvement in local and statewide elections, you could also help organize events, attend volunteer meetings, or participate in community outreach efforts with candidates running for the State Assembly, Mayor, or Council. Interns may also assist with social media management, data entry, and event coordination, which are critical for modern campaign efforts.

    Additionally, the organization often hosts events such as candidate meet-and-greets, committee meetings, and community-based volunteer opportunities, which could offer interns a chance to network with local political leaders and community members.

    Internships like this typically provide exposure to the political process and local government, making it a valuable experience for those interested in political science, government, or community organizing.

    Monmouth County Human Resources

    Freehold, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Discover Monmouth County Public Service Career Paths
    Description: Monmouth County Human Resources is a full-service Human Resources agency. We are dedicated to helping public service job seekers interested in the various career paths within Monmouth County, and to servicing more than 3,000 County Employees, providing benefits, compensation, training and employee relations.

    NWL, Inc

    Bordentown, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Become Part of an HR Team for a Day
    Description: NWL, Inc. will be hosting interns in our human resources department. Be involved in payroll, recruiting, employee relations, benefits administration, and more!

    People First of Santa Cruz County

    Santa Cruz, CA
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Interested in learning about homeless services and/or nonprofit adminsitration? The People First team would love to chat!
    Description: People First would like to tailor our IFAD experience to the student's interests. If you're interested in programmatic topics (everything from case management to shelter operations), then we can connect you to our RV Safe Parking, Outreach-Based Case Management, and/or Armory/Overlook Shelter staff. If you're interested in administrative topics (everything from HR to accounting), we can connect you to the team member(s) would would be able to provide the most information and insights.

    Prudential Financial

    Newark, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Intern for a Day
    Description: Our “Intern for a Day” program offers students the unique opportunity to step into the world of work and get hands on experience of what it’s like to be an intern at Prudential. Students will spend the day in engaging activities, meeting team members, and learning about different aspects of our business. This program provides a sneak peek into the skills, culture, and opportunities that define our intern experience. It’s a perfect way to explore potential career paths and gain valuable insights all in a single day!

    Quaker Bridge Mall

    Lawrenceville, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Run a Mall for a Day!
    Description: Join us in the Management Office at the Quaker Bridge Mall to learn the ins and outs of not only what it takes to run a million square foot shopping center, but also how accounting, leasing, human resources, operations, and marketing all fall into the umbrella of property management.

    RU OIT-Information Security Office

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: A Day in the Life of an Cybersecurity Specialist
    Description: Interns with the Rutgers OIT - Information Security Office will spend the day learning about the importance of information security, risk management, incident response, training, and compliance at Rutgers University while exploring various paths leading to an exciting career in cybersecurity.

    Rue Insurance

    Hamilton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Discover Rue, Discover You
    Description: "Rue Insurance is a prominent and trusted insurance broker located in Central New Jersey. We care deeply about the long-term, financial security of our clients, employees and community which drives our primary focus of delivering best-in-class insurance advice and expertise. Our company’s culture is based on our five core principles of Professionalism, People, Participation, Pride and Passion. If you would like to be part of a growing organization where great ideas are shared, having fun while working hard is celebrated, and personal and professional growth are not only encouraged, but rewarded- then we want to hear from you! The Host will introduce the job shadow to our Commercial Insurance, Employee Benefits, Personal Insurance and Claims/Risk Services Departments within the organization. The Job Shadow will learn about different types of personal and business insurance with a focus on customer service and sales operations in an essential industry. They will learn how leads are generated and policies are written, serviced and renewed. They will also learn about the insurance market place, the role of

    an insurance broker, as well as the differences among insurance carriers & direct writers vs. independent agents."

    SC Associates

    Middletown, DE
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: The insider's view of small businesses and income taxes.
    Description: - Sit in on client meetings dealing with a variety of topics including:

    --Business Taxes

    --Financial Accounting

    --Small Business Operations

    --Compliance Environment

    --Payroll Process and HR Support

    --Advisory Topics that will depend on clients scheduled

    --Exposure to Tax Planning Topics

    --Real life accounting firm experience

    Share My Meals

    Princeton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Start Up Non-Profit: Shadow CEO working to address hunger and save our environment
    Description: "Join the Share My Meals CEO in her efforts to address food waste's environmental impacts and food insecurity's societal impacts. Meet her team, see the operation, and spend a day working to help those most in need in NJ.

    The CEO and Share My Meals team will take you through a view of their supply chain, social media efforts, and the day-to-day running of a start-up company. Based on the student's specific interests, we will tailor the day to focus on areas such as operations, marketing, finance, and HR."

    Stress Care of NJ

    Somerset, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Mental Health, Wellness... and Human Resources
    Description: IFAD at SCNJ would be a quick glimpse into the day to day of our Human Resources Generalists and Manager. Sit in on interviews, staff meetings, a glimpse behind the recruitment process, hopefully we'll have people lined up for you to assist with an onboarding. Learn about out different clinical departments and teams, as well as our programs geared towards employee satisfaction, professional development, and personal well-being.

    Summit Place Financial Advisors

    Summit, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Get To Know The Exciting World of Wealth Management
    Description: Spend a day with Summit Place Financial Advisors, a boutique wealth management firm in Summit, NJ. You’ll have the chance to meet with everyone on our small team to learn all about the wealth management industry—from financial planning to investment management — and all it takes to run a successful boutique independent advisory firm.

    Terra Kaffe

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Work at a fast growing start up
    Description: We would offer valuable real world insights to an ambitious student interested in gaining exposure to the ins and outs of a NYC start up.

    The Legal Aid Society

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Join the fight for Equal Justice!
    Description: The "Intern for a Day" program at The Legal Aid Society offers students a unique, immersive experience in public interest law. Participants spend a day shadowing legal professionals, gaining firsthand insight into the legal field, the daily operations of a nonprofit law firm, and the crucial work of advocating for underserved communities. Through court observations, case discussions, and Q&A sessions with attorneys, participants are introduced to various aspects of legal aid, including civil, criminal, and juvenile rights law. This program is an excellent opportunity for aspiring lawyers and advocates to explore a career in public interest law.

    Transamerica Agency Network

    Mount Laurel, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Managing a Financial Services Sales Team
    Description: Transamerica Agency Network (TAN), helps individuals, families and businesses build a better financial future.TAN represents Transamerica Life Insurance Company and Transamerica Premier Life Insurance Company—two of the most recognized names in the insurance industry. Plus, our insurance representatives have access to products from other carriers through our in- house brokerage. Career insurance representatives strive to help individuals, families and businesses build a better financial future through the products and services they offer. Products and services include term life insurance, universal life insurance, whole life insurance and fixed annuities. IFAD Students will shadow management staff to learn about training and development, networking, marketing, time management, and other essential skills to find success in the financial services industry.

    Tri Delta (Delta Delta Delta Fraternity)

    Dallas, TX
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Management & Operations of Staff and Assets at a Fraternity Headquarters
    Description: Work alongside some of our Leadership Team to learn what goes into our management and operations of Tri Delta's Executive Office and Park Street Properties. One experience will focus on fraternity operations and management with our executive office staff. A second experience will focus on management and operations of our Local House Corporations who own and oversee chapter facilities and their management.

    Tri Delta (Delta Delta Delta Fraternity)

    Dallas, TX
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Step into the Shoes of a Talent Acquisition Specialist
    Description: This experience will partner you with our Talent Acquisition Specialist to experience the interview, hiring, and onboarding process for a Fraternity headquarters. Sit on some virtual interviews, see how to utilize an applicant tracking system, set up job postings, and work with hiring managers to identify top talent for their vacancies.

    UMBRELLA FUNCTIONAL CONSULTING & SUPPORT TEAM

    Croydon, PA    
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: EXPLORE YOUR DREAMS
    Description: All of our interns must start out with their dreams in mind. What do you want to do after college? Our company builds internships with your dreams in mind and tailors the experience to you.

    Take over our departments for a day! Review and create financial statements, shadow operations, explore our HR practices, and participate in management! This internship experience gives you a look into being the boss for a day!

    UMC (United Methodist Communities)

    Ocean City; Pitman; Newton; Collingswood, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A Career That Makes A Defference
    Description: Come spend the day with an organization that makes a difference! UMC is a certified Great Place to Work 7 years in a row! Spend the day with us and see the many different opportunities available to you working at a senior living community. Interact with our leadership team and see the different career opportunities in management, HR, Finance, Nursing, and Hospitality. Take a tour of the interesting areas of our Physical and Occupational Therapy department, Nursing units, our kitchen area with chefs and hospitality. You will have time to speak with our leaders and sit and listen to them share their experiences and answer your questions. We will also offer lunch and some fun activities.

    If you are sure what you want to do when you graduate or are not sure and want to see different career opportunities UMC would love for you to spend the day with us! NOTE- You may be assigned to one of the following locations: Ocean City; Pitman; Newton, Collingswood.

    USDA/AMS/Specialty Crops Inspection Division

    North Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Growing in Agriculture. A day in the life of an Agricultural Commodity Grader.
    Description: Take a walk with the Specialty Crops Inspection Division as you: (1) collect and examine samples of fruits, vegetables, and related products, and then determine their grade, condition, and wholesomeness based on specific criteria; (2) observe food facilities’ operating methods, processing equipment, and personnel to see if they are in compliance with Federal requirements; and (3) perform a limited number of analytical determinations by prescribed methods and techniques.

    Wafaa Organization

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow!
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

  • A+ Athlete Sports Medicine

    Robbinsville, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Spend a day shadowing a renowned sports medicine doctor in his thriving practice.
    Description: Immerse yourself in the dynamic field of sports medicine by spending a day with an exceptional doctor in his private practice. Gain insights into the daily operations, from the front desk to the heart of patient care. Discover the myriad benefits of a career in the medical profession

    Atlas Healthcare

    Cranbury, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Healthcare Exploration
    Description: Social Work

    Catholic Partnership School

    Camden, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience A Day in Education; Learning and Growing with CPS
    Description: Thank you for the opportunity to partner with Rutgers and the IFAD Program. We have several departments in which an intern can shadow personnel, offer hands on experience and be an additional team member; Business Administration, Community Engagement, Classroom Instruction, School Sports, Marketing and much more. We will make the day engaging and fun! Our mission is to reach the hearts and minds of children in Camden and that of every person that walks into the doors of Catholic Partnership Schools. We hope to provide a meaningful experience for you when you Intern for a Day. Here at CPS, we make it a mission to connect your classroom learning to a valuable and memorable real-life experience. Looking forward to working with you!

    Certified Fitness for Special Needs, Inc

    Whitehouse Station, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Get hands on experience working with clients with various levels of abilities.
    Description: Last year, CFSN and Fitness for U fitness center hosted several students for half day experiences. It is the mission of our companies to teach and guide young students to the possible job opportunties in the health and wellness field.

    Eisai

    Nutley, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: IT Explorer for a Day
    Description: Students will have the unique opportunity to experience a full day in IT, rotating through all key departments. They'll shadow professionals across multiple teams including Network Operations, Service Desk, Cloud Infrastructure, Security & Compliance, Commercial IT, Corporate IT, the CIO Office, and Data & Analytics. Through these hands-on sessions, including time with our CIO, students will gain firsthand insights into the daily work lives of IT professionals and discover the diverse career paths available in technology.

    Fashion Institute of Technology, Health Services

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the Shoes of a University Dietitian and Health Specialist
    Description: I’m excited to be hosting an intern for the day! While this is my first time participating in this specific role, I bring years of experience working with student workers. At FIT, I’ve launched and managed a peer educator program, overseen campus food pantry operations, and supported students in the federal work-study program. Since there are no health and wellness majors at FIT, I’ve developed a supportive and educational leadership approach that trains students from diverse academic backgrounds, ensuring they feel empowered and equipped to learn about health and wellness.

    Fischer Health & Rehab Center

    Bergenfield, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: "Learn about Running a Multi-Specialty Holistic Practice"
    Description: Spend the day learning all aspects of running a physical therapy/chiropractic office.

    Greater Brunswick Charter School

    New Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inspire and Guide Teaching and Learning, Grades K-8
    Description: Greater Brunswick Charter School is a free public K-8 school in New Brunswick, NJ, with a Dual Language (Eng./Span.) program in grades K-5. Spend a day or the week at GBCS and you will see how: - Our Dual Language program develops bilingualism/biliteracy, cross-cultural competencies, and academic achievement.

    - Our educational program includes Personal Education Plans, personalized learning for each student.

    - We use Positive Discipline, a solution focused discipline that models mutual respect and restorative justice. IFAD Intern opportunities will be based on your experience and comfort level and will range from: Shadowing a teacher, working with a small group of students or one-on-one, preparing learning materials, co-teaching, facilitating an activity, supporting recess or lunch supervision, and more. Student School Day = 8:00am - 3:00pm.

    Staff School Day = 8:00am - 3:30pm.

    iDance Ministry ada iDance Experience

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn How to Use Creative Arts to Explore Mental Health, Addiction and Disabilities
    Description: Through movement and art, our dance organization takes participants on a journey through the emotional landscapes of mental health, addiction, and recovery, leaving them with a sense of empowerment and hope. iDance provides insight into experiences that are misunderstood or stigmatized, fostering greater awareness and empathy. In this "A Day in the Life of" experience, participants will see how e tap into the power of movement and art to enhance multidimensional subjective well-being. Other modalities used in this experience include improv and expressive dance art experiences, and in some cases, theater arts.

    Keck Center for Collaborative Neuroscience

    Piscataway, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Think Like a Neuroscientist for a Day
    Description: The W. M. Keck Center for Collaborative Neuroscience was established to bring effective treatments to people with different diseases including spinal cord injury, addiction, Tourette's and hearing loss. Based on a commitment to collaboration, all Center facilities and programs are designed to enable cooperative basic science projects and enhance external relationships to combine the knowledge and expertise of academic, corporate, government, public and private partners, and the community.

    Kidstrong

    Meridian, ID
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Be a coach that touches a students heart
    Description: At Kidstrong we believe working out can and should be FUN. We mix american ninja warrior/cross fit with character and brain development in an engaging and fun 45 minute class! Do you have a passion for kids and fitness. At Kidstrong, we create independent, strong kids who can win at life!

    Monmouth County Human Resources

    Freehold, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Discover Monmouth County Public Service Career Paths
    Description: Monmouth County Human Resources is a full-service Human Resources agency. We are dedicated to helping public service job seekers interested in the various career paths within Monmouth County, and to servicing more than 3,000 County Employees, providing benefits, compensation, training and employee relations.

    Parisi Speed School of Morris

    Florham Park or Parsippany, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Utilize applied kinesiology to teach young athletes how to be faster and stronger!
    Description: The intern would shadow and participate in classes that focus on teaching athletes specific techniques that are proven to increase an athlete's starts and straight line speed, improve deceleration and cutting quickness, the ability to optimize explosive hip power, and also learn weight training techniques.

    Potential Inc.

    Newtown, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Autism Services: A Day in the Life
    Description: Join Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Behavior Technicians as they provide Applied Behavior Analysis therapy services to children with Autism! This is a great opportunity for students interested in childcare, education, psychology, or healthcare.

    Princeton Medical Institute

    Princeton, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Be a Marketing/Clinical Research Coordinator
    Description: Princeton Medical Institute invites students to explore the dynamic fields of healthcare marketing and clinical research coordination. Participants will shadow professionals to understand how clinical trials are managed, marketed, and communicated to potential patients and the public. Throughout the day, students will engage in activities like reviewing recruitment strategies, observing study protocol management, and participating in team meetings, gaining a well-rounded view of the intersection between clinical research and marketing

    Sebastian Animal and Bird Hospital

    Sebastian, FL    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A day in the life of a veterinarian ( its not just dogs and cats!)
    Description: Have you wanted to be a veterinarian? did you want to know what it is like "in the back" are you a good student who is looking to get into a veterinary college? Are you interested in all species - a Doctor Doolittle of sorts? Come and hang out with a NJ native in a quant town in FL by the intercoastal. You never know what species will be seen!

    SGS North America

    Dayton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience an Environmental Testing Laboratory for a Day
    Description: "IFAD Students will be introduced to SGS's Environmental Lab in South Brunswick Township. First, they will be assigned an SGS Mentor who will review expectations for both the company and the intern, followed closely by a safety presentation and lab tour. Prior to entering the laboratory, Interns will be assigned standard Personal Protective Equipment including lab coat, safety glasses, and disposable nitrile gloves. Certain laboratory-specific PPE may be assigned based on tasks being performed.

    Once in the laboratory, IFAD interns will be trained to perform basic tasks on air, water, and soil samples collected in and around New Jersey. Basic tasks include weighing soil samples, performing dilutions on sample extracts, pipetting solutions from one container to the next, and may include the use of acids and bases or solvents during sample preparation. Where appropriate, Interns may also receive familiarization with various instruments that generate analytical data and final sample results. At every step along the way, the SGS Mentor will tie the IFAD experience back to real-world application in the industry."

    Terra Kaffe

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Work at a fast growing start up
    Description: We would offer valuable real world insights to an ambitious student interested in gaining exposure to the ins and outs of a NYC start up.

    The Black Brain Campaign

    Philadelphia, PA
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Follow the life of a therapist in training
    Description: We at the Black Brain Campaign are dedicated to eradicating the stigma of mental health in the Black community and this happens through our free therapy program, LEAP-licensure education assistance program, professional development, and internship for therapists in training. Your IFAD experience will allow you to shadow a current day in the life of a therapist in training who is currently in a graduate program who is learning the essential skills to provide culturally attuned therapy to the BIPOC community. This will include group supervision, individual supervision, and the administrative tasks associated with a therapist in training.

    The SOAR Program

    Elizabeth, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: See the World through Children's Eyes as a K-8 Classroom Leader
    Description: The SOAR Program is offering an intern experience to help lead on of our classrooms from the Kindergarten to 8th Grade level. We at SOAR lead a thriving family style program that serves students from Elizabeth, NJ to experiences that inspire them to think bigger than their surroundings. Through Homework Help, Recreational/STEAM style activates, and mentorship we engage our students for personal growth. We love to share our culture with others, and we would love to have an intern participate in and experience some of our special moments with us.

    UMBRELLA FUNCTIONAL CONSULTING & SUPPORT TEAM

    Croydon, PA    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: EXPLORE YOUR DREAMS
    Description: All of our interns must start out with their dreams in mind. What do you want to do after college? Our company builds internships with your dreams in mind and tailors the experience to you.

    Arts, multimedia, communication - Will work on our social media platforms to advertise upcoming events, attract people to our page, and track data to see the most successful means to attract people.

    Education, human services, nonprofits - Choice experience to follow the path of the student's choosing. We have a nonprofit and an LLC that provides opportunity for the student to explore and pursue career dreams. Our LLC umbrella offers adult disability services. Our nonprofit charity, The Big Puddle, provides opportunity for charity work in areas of bridging the gap of disability, mental health, homelessness risk, and medical fragility. This path will allow students to build and potentially land a career building this charity.

    Law, public health, policy, and safety - This path will allow students to explore public health policy and safety standards and to build on existing policies to provide a more informative and engaging approach to application of policy and standards.

    Life and health sciences - Students require a volunteer background check for this experience. Students are able to work in the field with adults with disabilities. Transportation is provided. Students will learn about life skills learning and develop meaningful outcomes to learning skills towards independence.

    Management, operations, HR, finance - Take over our departments for a day! Review and create financial statements, shadow operations, explore our HR practices, and participate in management! This internship experience gives you a look into being the boss for a day!

    Sales, marketing, entrepreneurship - Want to build your business from the ground up? We have two experiences - one in which a mentor works with you to build the business plan of your dreams. If you are interested in learning how our company did it, you can take the path of exploring how Umbrella was built from the ground up. Networking, sales, marketing, and what it takes from a legal, planning, acquisitions, and financial standpoint.

    UMC (United Methodist Communities)

    City; Pitman; Newton; Collingswood, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A Career That Makes A Defference
    Description: "Come spend the day with an organization that makes a difference! UMC is a certified Great Place to Work 7 years in a row! Spend the day with us and see the many different opportunities available to you working at a senior living community. Interact with our leadership team and see the different career opportunities in management, HR, Finance, Nursing, and Hospitality. Take a tour of the interesting areas of our Physical and Occupational Therapy department, Nursing units, our kitchen area with chefs and hospitality. You will have time to speak with our leaders and sit and listen to them share their experiences and answer your questions. We will also offer lunch and some fun activities.

    If you are sure what you want to do when you graduate or are not sure and want to see different career opportunities UMC would love for you to spend the day with us! NOTE- You may be assigned to one of the following locations: Ocean City; Ptman; Newton, Collingswood. "

    Universal Academy of Pittsburgh

    Pittsburgh, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Share your field of experience with others
    Description: This is the most diverse school you will ever visit. We have students from 23 countries, and we speak 17 languages.

    Wafaa Organization

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow!
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

  • A+ Athlete Sports Medicine

    Robbinsville, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Spend a day shadowing a renowned sports medicine doctor in his thriving practice.
    Description: Immerse yourself in the dynamic field of sports medicine by spending a day with an exceptional doctor in his private practice. Gain insights into the daily operations, from the front desk to the heart of patient care. Discover the myriad benefits of a career in the medical profession

    Certified Fitness for Special Needs, Inc

    Whitehouse Station, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Get hands on experience working with clients with various levels of abilities.
    Description: Last year, CFSN and Fitness for U fitness center hosted several students for half day experiences. It is the mission of our companies to teach and guide young students to the possible job opportunties in the health and wellness field.

    Fischer Health & Rehab Center

    Bergenfield, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: "Learn about Running a Multi-Specialty Holistic Practice"
    Description: Spend the day learning all aspects of running a physical therapy/chiropractic office.

    Hand & Wrist Insititute of Palm Beach

    Boynton Beach, FL
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Hand Surgery
    Description: There is Hand surgery Office shadowing and OR opportunities

    Keck Center for Collaborative Neuroscience

    Piscataway, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Think Like a Neuroscientist for a Day
    Description: The W. M. Keck Center for Collaborative Neuroscience was established to bring effective treatments to people with different diseases including spinal cord injury, addiction, Tourette's and hearing loss. Based on a commitment to collaboration, all Center facilities and programs are designed to enable cooperative basic science projects and enhance external relationships to combine the knowledge and expertise of academic, corporate, government, public and private partners, and the community.

    Potential Inc.

    Newtown, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Autism Services: A Day in the Life
    Description: Join Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Behavior Technicians as they provide Applied Behavior Analysis therapy services to children with Autism! This is a great opportunity for students interested in childcare, education, psychology, or healthcare.

    Premier Pediatric Cardiology, LLC

    Marlton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Pediatric Cardiologist for a Day
    Description: Shadow a Pediatric Cardiologist in the office for a day. The intern will see patients with typical presenting complaints like heart murmurs, chest pain, fainting, and heart palpitations. The intern will see established patients with congenital heart disease and arrhythmias. There will be an opportunity to examine patients and auscultate heart murmurs. There will be opportunities to review cardiac tests like ECG, echocardiograms, and exercise stress tests.

    Princeton Medical Institute

    Princeton, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Be a Marketing/Clinical Research Coordinator
    Description: Princeton Medical Institute invites students to explore the dynamic fields of healthcare marketing and clinical research coordination. Participants will shadow professionals to understand how clinical trials are managed, marketed, and communicated to potential patients and the public. Throughout the day, students will engage in activities like reviewing recruitment strategies, observing study protocol management, and participating in team meetings, gaining a well-rounded view of the intersection between clinical research and marketing

    Rutgers Cancer Institute at University Hospital

    Newark, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A Day in Radiation Oncology
    Description: Students will spend 1 day shadowing a radiation oncologist in all of his clinical activities.

    Sebastian Animal and Bird Hospital

    Sebastian, FL    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A day in the life of a veterinarian ( its not just dogs and cats!)
    Description: Have you wanted to be a veterinarian? did you want to know what it is like "in the back" are you a good student who is looking to get into a veterinary college? Are you interested in all species - a Doctor Doolittle of sorts? Come and hang out with a NJ native in a quant town in FL by the intercoastal. You never know what species will be seen!

    SGS North America

    Dayton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience an Environmental Testing Laboratory for a Day
    Description: "IFAD Students will be introduced to SGS's Environmental Lab in South Brunswick Township. First, they will be assigned an SGS Mentor who will review expectations for both the company and the intern, followed closely by a safety presentation and lab tour. Prior to entering the laboratory, Interns will be assigned standard Personal Protective Equipment including lab coat, safety glasses, and disposable nitrile gloves. Certain laboratory-specific PPE may be assigned based on tasks being performed.

    Once in the laboratory, IFAD interns will be trained to perform basic tasks on air, water, and soil samples collected in and around New Jersey. Basic tasks include weighing soil samples, performing dilutions on sample extracts, pipetting solutions from one container to the next, and may include the use of acids and bases or solvents during sample preparation. Where appropriate, Interns may also receive familiarization with various instruments that generate analytical data and final sample results. At every step along the way, the SGS Mentor will tie the IFAD experience back to real-world application in the industry."

    The Kidz Lounge

    Queens, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Be a pediatric physical therapist for a day
    Description: Students will be able to see what goes into being a physical therapist treating children ages birth to 21 with varying diagnosis. Treatment plans in our brand new gym are creative and energetic.

    UMC (United Methodist Communities)

    Ocean City; Pitman; Newton; Collingswood, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A Career That Makes A Defference
    Description: "Come spend the day with an organization that makes a difference! UMC is a certified Great Place to Work 7 years in a row! Spend the day with us and see the many different opportunities available to you working at a senior living community. Interact with our leadership team and see the different career opportunities in management, HR, Finance, Nursing, and Hospitality. Take a tour of the interesting areas of our Physical and Occupational Therapy department, Nursing units, our kitchen area with chefs and hospitality. You will have time to speak with our leaders and sit and listen to them share their experiences and answer your questions. We will also offer lunch and some fun activities.

    If you are sure what you want to do when you graduate or are not sure and want to see different career opportunities UMC would love for you to spend the day with us! NOTE- You may be assigned to one of the following locations: Ocean City; Ptman; Newton, Collingswood. "

    Wafaa Organization

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow!
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

  • A+ Athlete Sports Medicine

    Robbinsville, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Spend a day shadowing a renowned sports medicine doctor in his thriving practice.
    Description: Immerse yourself in the dynamic field of sports medicine by spending a day with an exceptional doctor in his private practice. Gain insights into the daily operations, from the front desk to the heart of patient care. Discover the myriad benefits of a career in the medical profession

    Catholic Partnership School

    Camden, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience A Day in Education; Learning and Growing with CPS
    Description: Thank you for the opportunity to partner with Rutgers and the IFAD Program. We have several departments in which an intern can shadow personnel, offer hands on experience and be an additional team member; Business Administration, Community Engagement, Classroom Instruction, School Sports, Marketing and much more. We will make the day engaging and fun! Our mission is to reach the hearts and minds of children in Camden and that of every person that walks into the doors of Catholic Partnership Schools. We hope to provide a meaningful experience for you when you Intern for a Day. Here at CPS, we make it a mission to connect your classroom learning to a valuable and memorable real-life experience. Looking forward to working with you!

    DEVCOM Armaments Center

    Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience how to create a product
    Description: We are an analytical organization developing modeling & simulation tools and exercising those tools to assess weapon system performance for the US Army. We rely on advanced statistical and analytical methodologies, programming languages, and software. This would be an immersive experience.

    Essity

    Bordentown, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: What does the Quality dept do in Manufacturing?
    Description: Learn what the Quality Team does in manufacturing to ensure that only acceptable products are shipped to customer. We will discuss careers in Quality, as well as both a Site tour and Lab tour.

    Fischer Health & Rehab Center

    Bergenfield, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: "Learn about Running a Multi-Specialty Holistic Practice"
    Description: Spend the day learning all aspects of running a physical therapy/chiropractic office.

    Greater Brunswick Charter School

    New Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inspire and Guide Teaching and Learning, Grades K-8
    Description: Greater Brunswick Charter School is a free public K-8 school in New Brunswick, NJ, with a Dual Language (Eng./Span.) program in grades K-5. Spend a day or the week at GBCS and you will see how: - Our Dual Language program develops bilingualism/biliteracy, cross-cultural competencies, and academic achievement.

    - Our educational program includes Personal Education Plans, personalized learning for each student.

    - We use Positive Discipline, a solution focused discipline that models mutual respect and restorative justice. IFAD Intern opportunities will be based on your experience and comfort level and will range from: Shadowing a teacher, working with a small group of students or one-on-one, preparing learning materials, co-teaching, facilitating an activity, supporting recess or lunch supervision, and more. Student School Day = 8:00am - 3:00pm.

    Staff School Day = 8:00am - 3:30pm.

    Parisi Speed School of Morris

    Florham Park or Parsippany, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Utilize applied kinesiology to teach young athletes how to be faster and stronger!
    Description: The intern would shadow and participate in classes that focus on teaching athletes specific techniques that are proven to increase an athlete's starts and straight line speed, improve deceleration and cutting quickness, the ability to optimize explosive hip power, and also learn weight training techniques.

    SGS North America

    Dayton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience an Environmental Testing Laboratory for a Day
    Description: IFAD Students will be introduced to SGS's Environmental Lab in South Brunswick Township. First, they will be assigned an SGS Mentor who will review expectations for both the company and the intern, followed closely by a safety presentation and lab tour. Prior to entering the laboratory, Interns will be assigned standard Personal Protective Equipment including lab coat, safety glasses, and disposable nitrile gloves. Certain laboratory-specific PPE may be assigned based on tasks being performed.

    Once in the laboratory, IFAD interns will be trained to perform basic tasks on air, water, and soil samples collected in and around New Jersey. Basic tasks include weighing soil samples, performing dilutions on sample extracts, pipetting solutions from one container to the next, and may include the use of acids and bases or solvents during sample preparation. Where appropriate, Interns may also receive familiarization with various instruments that generate analytical data and final sample results. At every step along the way, the SGS Mentor will tie the IFAD experience back to real-world application in the industry.

    Terra Kaffe

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Work at a fast growing start up
    Description: We would offer valuable real world insights to an ambitious student interested in gaining exposure to the ins and outs of a NYC start up.

    Universal Academy of Pittsburgh

    Pittsburgh, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Share your field of experience with others
    Description: This is the most diverse school you will ever visit. We have students from 23 countries, and we speak 17 languages.

    Wafaa Organization

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow!
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

  • AnA Sourcing

    Collingswood, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: MSH Masterclass : Intern For A Day
    Description: The day will start with an orientation, where interns will be introduced to the company and its mission, followed by an overview of departments and a tour of the office or a virtual tour. There will be interactive workshops focused on various topics such as personal branding, including defining personal strengths, values, and career aspirations. A networking lunch will offer a chance to interact informally with company staff and ask career-related questions. The day may also include a career development session.

    ASun Star

    East Rutherford, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: ASun Star Intern For A Day
    Description: ASun Star Intern For A Day

    Bolero Snort, LLC

    Carlstadt, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn What It Takes To Run A Large Craft Brewery
    Description: Located in the Meadowlands and brewing for over ten years - Bolero Snort Brewery has grown into an experimental brewing destination, distribution company and local mainstay. You'll pick the brains of the Founder, Co-Owner / Director of Sales, Operations Manager, Marketing Director and Head Brewer to gather a broad sense of what it takes to build a company from the ground up and keep it going despite a global pandemic and logistical setbacks. You'll have a tour of the facility and learn about our tight-knit industry filled with entrepreneurs, investors, bar staff, event planners and more. This experience would be holistic and beneficial to someone who thinks outside the box.

    Burson

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Press Releases, Pitches, and Media Lists, Oh My: A Day in The Life of a PR Professional
    Description: During your time at Burson, you will get an hands-on introduction into the world of a PR professional in the thrilling and bustling corporate world. You will meet early career communicators, learn the ins-and-outs of the industry, and participate in a case study competition!! Get ready for this real world crash course in all things PR!

    Catholic Partnership School

    Camden, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience A Day in Education; Learning and Growing with CPS
    Description: Thank you for the opportunity to partner with Rutgers and the IFAD Program. We have several departments in which an intern can shadow personnel, offer hands on experience and be an additional team member; Business Administration, Community Engagement, Classroom Instruction, School Sports, Marketing and much more. We will make the day engaging and fun! Our mission is to reach the hearts and minds of children in Camden and that of every person that walks into the doors of Catholic Partnership Schools. We hope to provide a meaningful experience for you when you Intern for a Day. Here at CPS, we make it a mission to connect your classroom learning to a valuable and memorable real-life experience. Looking forward to working with you!

    CDW

    Holmdel, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Step into the shoes of a Technology Sales Career at a Fortune 200 Company
    Description: "Bring your IT career and talents to CDW, where you can have a greater impact, be inspired by our mission and excited about your career and future. CDW Corporation is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers across the globe. A Fortune 200 leader, we’re the driven professionals and technology experts companies turn to most to solve their IT challenges.

    Through this experience, you will be able to network with professionals in the technology sales industry to ask their advice and about their career journey, why they have decided to pursue a career in technology sales, company culture, career growth and opportunities, professional development, etc."

    CELEBRATION CREATIONS

    Manahawkin, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Celebration Creations Business Explorer
    Description: This internship offers an immersive experiences for students interested in entrepreneurship, sales and marketing within the hospitality industry. As an intern, you will gain hands-on exposure to key elements of growing a business, building brand awareness and engaging with clients in a fast-paced, creative environment. You will learn how to develop and implement marketing campaigns, gain insights into social media platforms and understand all aspect the sales process. The intern will work closely with the business owners to understand the entrepreneurial mindset.

    Chamber Home Designs

    Wall, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the shoes of a sales associate
    Description: Chamber Home Designs is looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Sales Assistant intern! This is a great opportunity to learn the ropes of sales while assisting with lead generation and managing the sales process for our outdoor living projects, including pergolas, pavilions, patio covers, and more. If you're eager to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, growing company, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and start your journey in sales with Chamber Home Designs!

    Clark Associates

    Lititz, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Supply Chain, Sales, Hospitality, and Development - Mastering the food equipment and supplies industry
    Description: "Clark Associates is a collective of dynamic companies that distribute restaurant supplies and equipment to a variety of independent customers, small businesses, and large chains. The Intern for a Day experience will give you insight into our physical office space with a tour, an overview of the company history and culture with recruiters, and we'll highlight the company's summer internship program.

    Check out our internship and full-time openings in advance here: https://www.clarkassociatesinc.biz/careers/"

    Dennis Bernard Professional

    Freehold, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the shoes of a CEO of a world wide beauty company
    Description: "Are you ready to dive into the dynamic world of beauty? We’re thrilled to welcome an intern to our team, where you’ll gain firsthand experience in running a global beauty company.

    This is your chance to learn the ins and outs of business management, from creating and maintaining your own website to developing engaging content and marketing strategies that reach audiences nationwide. We’ll provide you with practical skills and insights into every aspect of our operations.

    If you’re passionate and dedicated during your internship, there may even be an opportunity for a part-time position after your experience with us. We can’t wait to meet you and embark on this exciting journey together!"

    Eagle's Landing Day Camp

    North Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Camp Leadership Lab
    Description: Step behind the scenes and dive into the business operations of a summer camp! During this immersive intern experience, students will gain hands-on exposure to areas like program planning, marketing and social media, and operations and logistics. Learn what it takes to run a camp smoothly while developing leadership and organizational skills in a fun, dynamic environment. Perfect for aspiring leaders who want to explore the business side of camp life!

     

    We are looking for 3 summer interns! Specifically a Sales & Recruitment Intern, Marketing & Social Media Intern, and a Sports & Recreation Intern!

    Edison Research

    Somerville, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the Shoes of a Podcast Researcher
    Description: Edison Research, providers of the Election exit polls and leaders in the audio media research space will host one student who will get the chance to become a podcast market researcher for two days.

    Explore statistics that powers the decisions behind our clients in the podcasting space, including Spotify, Apple, and Amazon. Shadow a Director of Research for the day while attending internal and external meetings. Take a crack at creating a data-driven report for our clients or insights letter for the Edison Research newsletter.

    Eisai Corporation of North America

    Nutley, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Digital technologist for a day
    Description: We’re excited to have you join us for a day as an intern! This will be a great opportunity to get a hands-on look at how our team works, and we encourage you to ask questions and share any thoughts you may have. We’ll make sure you’re involved in key activities so you can gain valuable insights into our business, how we serve our customers and our mission of being a human healthcare company. Looking forward to having you on board and making the most of the day together!

    Equitable Advisors

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Manage Wealth For A Day
    Description: "We are financial consultant and wealth managers. Our job is to impact our client's lives through financial planning and wealth management. We are seeking students that are interested in a career after graduation that can have a great impact on people's lives through helping managing finances.

    Students will shadow multiple levels of financial consultants from entry-level consultants, senior consultants up to vice presidents that run teams. You do not need a finance background to learn. The main skillset of a consultant is strong communication skills and an interest in working with clients directly.

    You will also gain networking skills in speaking with more senior consultants. Our team is young and growing with a lot of friendly people to meet and learn something new!"

    Express Employment Professionals

    Jersey City or Edison, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Recruit awesome candidates for companies and gain valuable Human Resources experience
    Description: We are a staffing company helping companies in the area find the right talent. If you have an interest in Human Resources, this may be the right internship for you. Your day to day activities will involve reviewing resumes, interviewing candidates and filling job orders with qualified candidates for our clients. You may be able to work out of the Edison, NJ location or the Jersey City, NJ location. Parking is available only in Edison. Jersey City is 1 block from the Exchange PATH train.

    Eyes Like Mine Inc.

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Life After Blindness
    Description: Students will receive an engaging experience using insightful tools, resources, artificial intelligence, and grassroots strategies to empower people with disabilities. All students will receive an initial orientation to prepare them for their intern experience during the Spring Semester Week. They will amplify the mission of the organization with miscellaneous, enriching activities.

    F&T Group

    Queens, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: We are a real estate development company, so we have different opportunities within our departments to host an intern. From construction, engineering, IT, marketing, property management, hotel management, graphic design.
    Description: We are one of the largest real estate development firms in New York, with a diverse and dynamic portfolio that includes Queens Crossing, One Fulton Square, Flushing Commons, and our latest project, the new epicenter of downtown Flushing—Tangram. As an intern, you’ll have the chance to gain hands-on experience across various departments such as Marketing, Public Relations, IT, Property Management, Engineering, and more. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-impact projects and develop valuable skills in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

    GEMINI DESIGN GROUP LLC

    Chester, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Gemini is a full service kitchen/bath design and space planning company looking to mentor students in design, project management and architecture.
    Description: Gemini is excited to host a few Rutgers students to show what is involved in a career in kitchen/bath design, space planning and general contracting. We strive to achieve the space of our client's dreams through professionalism, creativity, honesty and follow through. Carla Gaeta- the owner and lead designer- is excited to host you for either a full day or 1/2 day to see what is involved and get creative.

    Gymboree Play & Music of Ocean Twp

    Ocean Twp, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn the ups and downs of self-employment
    Description: Students will shadow the owner for a typical morning on what it takes to be a local business owner. Includes customer service, marketing, sales, management, and human resource skills experience.

    I WILL GRADUATE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

    Brooklyn, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the World of a Non-Profit Youth Development Organization
    Description: I WILL GRADUATE PROGRAM (E4EA-IWG) headquartered in New York City, is a 501(c)(3) charity organization dedicated to serving and empowering students, families, and the community by communicating the importance of educational excellence. We accomplish our goals through youth development programs, arts-in-education, college and career guidance, mentoring, parent engagement, school and community workshops, exciting events, and the use of multimedia platforms. We also enlist the talents, and resources of the music and entertainment industry along with prominent high-profile individuals to stress the importance and coolness of being educated.

    Jazzercise East Brunswick & Hillsborough

    East Brunswick & Hillsborough, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Jazzed about Dance, Fitness, Women's Health, and Entrepreneurship
    Description: "Jazzercise is the original dance fitness program, and first to be franchised. As a Jazzercise instructor and business owner, I have a broad skill set I must employ. Some small business owners wear many hats, but I wear many shoes - dancing, teaching, performing, fitness knowledge, coaching/motivational, focused on women's wellness experiences, business entrepreneurship (finances, team management, communication), sales (marketing, social media, customer accumulation, customer retention), event planner, etc. I'm looking for an intern-for-a-day to share a unique business ownership experience, but also to get honest feedback from the intern about their customer service experience and learn more about opportunities for me to improve my social media content.

    My ideal IFAD candidate would have some flexibility with their schedule and be interested in dance, fitness, and empowering women. I would expect some in-person time at my Jazzercise locations, in East Brunswick and/or Hillsborough (depending on the location and day, morning classes are at 9 or 9:15am and evening classes are Mon/Wed/Thurs at 5:30 or 5:45pm). During the day there would be opportunities for in-person or virtual time together. As a Rutgers alumna, I'm so supportive of my alma mater and I believe in giving back to the community. I'm JAZZED to share a program I love with Rutgers students who have any shared interests or curiosities about what I've described. Thanks for considering joining me for a week of dancing fitness fun!"

    LAPP

    Florham Park, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: LAPP
    Description: The participating intern will learn what the world of HR looks like within a global manufacturing company. The intern will be exposed to recruiting, general HR, benefits, talent development, and so much more!

    LAPP

    Florham Park, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: LAPP
    Description: Learn more about the world of Marketing within a manufacturing company!

    Let's Learn Tutoring

    Newtown, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Join us and experience the daily operations of a small business!
    Description: The student will observe and assist in the day-to-day operations of running Let's Learn Tutoring. The Director of Operations at Let's Learn oversees the development and implementation of our mission, individualized education, ensuring educators are accurately supporting the unique learning styles of each student. The Director leads and supports a team of educators, fostering a culture of respect, honesty, and excellence. By streamlining administrative processes and engaging with families, the Director of Operations creates a community centered around student success. Some of the day-to-day work involves scheduling, email marketing, meeting with co-workers, planning events, seeking speaking engagements/professional development opportunities, planning ways to network and keep engagement elevated, and connecting with families to create retention and cultivate a community!

    Malecki Financial Group

    Edison, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inside MFG: A Day in Finance, Marketing, and Client Care
    Description: Step inside Malecki Financial Group for a day of immersive learning and hands-on experience. Get an insider’s look at the diverse roles that drive a successful financial advisory firm. From financial planning and data analytics to marketing strategies and client service excellence, you'll have the chance to engage with industry professionals, explore career paths like becoming a CFP® , AIF® , or CEPA® , and dive into the cutting-edge tools we use daily. This is your opportunity to experience the dynamic world of wealth management and business operations, all in one day!

    Manasquan Bank

    Wall Township, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Banking with the Best
    Description: "Your experience kicks off with a welcome breakfast to fuel us for an engaging day starting with a tour of our administrative buildings in Wall Township including our in-house branch, followed by interactive experiences with various teams, lunch and a Q&A session with our executive leaders and of course, company swag!

    Our agenda boasts info sessions from each of our departments to see how each team contributes to the success of the bank, a ""fireside chat"" with our former interns now full time employees, a glimpse of our new client experience training, financial literacy, and our own resume and interview skills clinic delivered by our HR and Learning & Development Teams. Each of our employee resource groups will also host a session to share how their ERG aids the bank and the importance of belonging."

    Marty Gottlieb Studios

    Hoboken, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Social Media Interaction Intern
    Description: Marty Gottlieb Studios produces photos and videos for the fashion industry. Our clients are fashion models who are building their portfolios and designers who hire us to produce their advertising, website, and social media campaigns. The intern(s) will be using our social media accounts to share information with the goal of attracting new clients. The intern will essentially be the "artificial intelligence bot" reaching out and responding to client inquiries. Other duties may include assisting on photo/video projects as needed by the schedule.

    Parcel

    Montclair, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: The Insides of Running A Successful Small Art Business
    Description: Are you passionate about print and design with a flair for vintage and obscure imagery? Parcel, your go-to destination for unique and captivating prints, is looking for enthusiastic interns to join our dynamic team!

    As an intern at Parcel, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the production side of our business, helping us craft and fulfill one-of-a-kind orders. We’re seeking individuals with a flexible schedule who are eager to dive into the world of print and design.

    If you’re ready to immerse yourself in the creative process and contribute to our vibrant store, apply now to become part of the Parcel family!

    Premier Point Mortgage, LLC

    Clark, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Lead an Originating Team for a week!
    Description: "As an intern leading our Mortgage Originating Team for a week, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of mortgage lending. You’ll collaborate with loan officers, support staff, and clients, ensuring a smooth process from application to closing. Your tasks will include:

    1. Managing communications between clients, realtors, and lenders

    2. Assisting in loan application reviews and processing

    3. Learning about different loan products and how to match them to clients' needs

    4. Supporting the team in solving challenges quickly and efficiently

    5. Participating in strategy discussions and team meetings This role will offer a real-world understanding of the mortgage industry and insight into how Premier Point Mortgage operates with a strong focus on client satisfaction and teamwork."

    Princeton Medical Institute

    Princeton, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Be a Marketing/Clinical Research Coordinator
    Description: Princeton Medical Institute invites students to explore the dynamic fields of healthcare marketing and clinical research coordination. Participants will shadow professionals to understand how clinical trials are managed, marketed, and communicated to potential patients and the public. Throughout the day, students will engage in activities like reviewing recruitment strategies, observing study protocol management, and participating in team meetings, gaining a well-rounded view of the intersection between clinical research and marketing

    Rue Insurance

    Hamilton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Discover Rue, Discover You
    Description: "Rue Insurance is a prominent and trusted insurance broker located in Central New Jersey. We care deeply about the long-term, financial security of our clients, employees and community which drives our primary focus of delivering best-in-class insurance advice and expertise. Our company’s culture is based on our five core principles of Professionalism, People, Participation, Pride and Passion. If you would like to be part of a growing organization where great ideas are shared, having fun while working hard is celebrated, and personal and professional growth are not only encouraged, but rewarded- then we want to hear from you! The Host will introduce the job shadow to our Commercial Insurance, Employee Benefits, Personal Insurance and Claims/Risk Services Departments within the organization. The Job Shadow will learn about different types of personal and business insurance with a focus on customer service and sales operations in an essential industry. They will learn how leads are generated and policies are written, serviced and renewed. They will also learn about the insurance market place, the role of

    an insurance broker, as well as the differences among insurance carriers & direct writers vs. independent agents."

    TipTop Technologies

    Sunnyvale, CA
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Get to know an active entrepreneurial community largely made up of students like you
    Description: "Our Silicon Valley-based company owns comprehensive, widely-applied, human-level intelligence creating (“general Artificial Intelligence”) technologies (“a giant leap compared to alternatives”) which we built continuously over five decades, smart step by smart step, for launch in this decade.

    You will get to understand first-hand why top students from many of the best universities like Rutgers choose to work with us both during the academic year and over the summer months."

    Transamerica Agency Network

    Mount Laurel, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Managing a Financial Services Sales Team
    Description: Transamerica Agency Network (TAN), helps individuals, families and businesses build a better financial future.TAN represents Transamerica Life Insurance Company and Transamerica Premier Life Insurance Company—two of the most recognized names in the insurance industry. Plus, our insurance representatives have access to products from other carriers through our in- house brokerage. Career insurance representatives strive to help individuals, families and businesses build a better financial future through the products and services they offer. Products and services include term life insurance, universal life insurance, whole life insurance and fixed annuities. IFAD Students will shadow management staff to learn about training and development, networking, marketing, time management, and other essential skills to find success in the financial services industry.

    Tri Delta (Delta Delta Delta Fraternity)

    Dallas, TX
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Marketing & Communications at a Fraternity Headquarters
    Description: Come learn about Marketing & Communications and what goes on behind the scenes at Tri Delta's Fraternity headquarters for all of our marketing materials and communications that are sent out to collegians, alumnae, volunteers, and stakeholders. This internship experience will allow you to work with our Copy Editor and get a glimpse of their daily and weekly responsibilities, and how they contribute to our enterprise operations.

    Tuff City Records

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Behind the Beats: Tuff City Intern for a Day
    Description:  Tuff City Records is an independent record label in midtown Manhattan. Tuff City Records is a 40-year veteran company, rich with a catalog of old school Hip Hop, Funk, Soul and Latin music. We are happy to host an intern to brainstorm t-shirt designs and create engaging and dynamic social media campaigns. The ideal candidate will have some experience with or interest in using animation software and a passion for creating content that resonates with our audience.

    UMBRELLA FUNCTIONAL CONSULTING & SUPPORT TEAM

    Croydon, PA
    Experience Type:
    Open to Either
    IFaD: CEO for a day
    Description: We are an adult disability services agency that provides home and community based services. We have internship opportunities that are tailored to your needs and interests from accounting, to human services, to nursing, behavior support, supports coordination and much more. We also have a charity that bridges the gap in human services. We invite all interns to step in and it may result in employment opportunity.

    UMBRELLA FUNCTIONAL CONSULTING & SUPPORT TEAM

    Croydon, PA
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: EXPLORE YOUR DREAMS
    Description: All of our interns must start out with their dreams in mind. What do you want to do after college? Our company builds internships with your dreams in mind and tailors the experience to you.

    Want to build your business from the ground up? We have two experiences - one in which a mentor works with you to build the business plan of your dreams. If you are interested in learning how our company did it, you can take the path of exploring how Umbrella was built from the ground up. Networking, sales, marketing, and what it takes from a legal, planning, acquisitions, and financial standpoint.

    UMC (United Methodist Communities)

    Ocean City; Pitman; Newton; Collingswood, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A Career That Makes A Defference
    Description: Come spend the day with an organization that makes a difference! UMC is a certified Great Place to Work 7 years in a row! Spend the day with us and see the many different opportunities available to you working at a senior living community. Interact with our leadership team and see the different career opportunities in management, HR, Finance, Nursing, and Hospitality. Take a tour of the interesting areas of our Physical and Occupational Therapy department, Nursing units, our kitchen area with chefs and hospitality. You will have time to speak with our leaders and sit and listen to them share their experiences and answer your questions. We will also offer lunch and some fun activities.

    If you are sure what you want to do when you graduate or are not sure and want to see different career opportunities UMC would love for you to spend the day with us! NOTE- You may be assigned to one of the following locations: Ocean City; Ptman; Newton, Collingswood.

    USDA/AMS/Specialty Crops Inspection Division

    North Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Growing in Agriculture. A day in the life of an Agricultural Commodity Grader
    Description: Take a walk with the Specialty Crops Inspection Division as you: (1) collect and examine samples of fruits, vegetables, and related products, and then determine their grade, condition, and wholesomeness based on specific criteria; (2) observe food facilities’ operating methods, processing equipment, and personnel to see if they are in compliance with Federal requirements; and (3) perform a limited number of analytical determinations by prescribed methods and techniques.

    Wafaa Organization

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow!
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

    Wowzitude

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: "Create and Launch: Be a Content Entrepreneur for a Day"
    Description: Dive into Wowzitude’s world of content creation, where you’ll develop, refine, and expand our unique TripKit materials. You’ll also gain hands-on experience editing video content for marketing purposes, using tools like Opus, and exploring innovative content strategies that support scalable livestreaming and interactive travel to 1.2 million subscribers worldwide. This immersive experience provides a rare opportunity to shape global engagement in real-time and see how content drives growth in a dynamic startup environment.

  • Application Research Center LLC

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Innovative AI solutoins for US federal government for food and drug regulations
    Description: We are prime contract holders to the US Food and Drug Administration and have several AI/ML, data engineering, Cloud projects. We are interested in this program

    Bright View Engineering

    Livingston, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: How do you design a traffic signal
    Description: Bright View Engineering is a civil engineering firm specializing in traffic engineering and construction management.  Interns For A Day will work with a variety of our engineers throughout the day and be shown what a traffic engineer does on a daily basis, from in office work such as preparing traffic impact studies and creating design plans for traffic signals and intersections.  If weather and construction schedules permit, we will likely visit an active construction site where we perform construction inspection with an emphasis on how design plans are translated to real world construction.

    Catholic Partnership School

    Camden, NJ    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience A Day in Education; Learning and Growing with CPS
    Description: Thank you for the opportunity to partner with Rutgers and the IFAD Program. We have several departments in which an intern can shadow personnel, offer hands on experience and be an additional team member; Business Administration, Community Engagement, Classroom Instruction, School Sports, Marketing and much more. We will make the day engaging and fun! Our mission is to reach the hearts and minds of children in Camden and that of every person that walks into the doors of Catholic Partnership Schools. We hope to provide a meaningful experience for you when you Intern for a Day. Here at CPS, we make it a mission to connect your classroom learning to a valuable and memorable real-life experience. Looking forward to working with you!

    Clark Associates

    Lititz, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Supply Chain, Sales, Hospitality, and Development - Mastering the food equipment and supplies industry
    Description: Clark Associates is a collective of dynamic companies that distribute restaurant supplies and equipment to a variety of independent customers, small businesses, and large chains. The Intern for a Day experience will give you insight into our physical office space with a tour, an overview of the company history and culture with recruiters, and we'll highlight the company's summer internship program.

    Check out our internship and full-time openings in advance here: https://www.clarkassociatesinc.biz/careers/

    DEVCOM Armaments Center

    Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A week in the world of assessing weapon system performance for the US Army
    Description: We are an analytical organization developing modeling & simulation tools and exercising those tools to assess weapon system performance for the US Army. We rely on advanced statistical and analytical methodologies, programming languages, and software. This would be an immersive experience.

    Eisai

    Nutley, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: IT Explorer for a Day
    Description: Students will have the unique opportunity to experience a full day in IT, rotating through all key departments. They'll shadow professionals across multiple teams including Network Operations, Service Desk, Cloud Infrastructure, Security & Compliance, Commercial IT, Corporate IT, the CIO Office, and Data & Analytics. Through these hands-on sessions, including time with our CIO, students will gain firsthand insights into the daily work lives of IT professionals and discover the diverse career paths available in technology.

    Eisai Corporation of North America

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience how to create a product
    Description: Learn how a product goes from concept to market.

    Azzure Home Inc

    Nutley, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Digital technologist for a aday
    Description: We’re excited to have you join us for a day as an intern! This will be a great opportunity to get a hands-on look at how our team works, and we encourage you to ask questions and share any thoughts you may have. We’ll make sure you’re involved in key activities so you can gain valuable insights into our business, how we serve our customers and our mission of being a human healthcare company. Looking forward to having you on board and making the most of the day together!

    F&T Group

    Queens, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: We are a real estate development company, so we have different opportunities within our departments to host an intern. From construction, engineering, IT, marketing, property management, hotel management, graphic design.
    Description: We are one of the largest real estate development firms in New York, with a diverse and dynamic portfolio that includes Queens Crossing, One Fulton Square, Flushing Commons, and our latest project, the new epicenter of downtown Flushing—Tangram. As an intern, you’ll have the chance to gain hands-on experience across various departments such as Marketing, Public Relations, IT, Property Management, Engineering, and more. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-impact projects and develop valuable skills in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

    Federal Employment Assistance

    Marlton, NJ    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Assist Students to apply for Federal Careers Full time or part time as an Intern, working for the nations largest and most diverse and secure Employer the Federal Service.
    Description: Students will be instructed on how to apply to the federal Pathways Program for students and recent graduates to secure a career in any field. They can apply anywhere in the country with high starting salaries and great benefits! All positions come with paid on the job training but they must know how to apply correctly and use a federal style resume which will be explained.

    Greater Brunswick Charter School

    New Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inspire and Guide Teaching and Learning, Grades K-8
    Description: Greater Brunswick Charter School is a free public K-8 school in New Brunswick, NJ, with a Dual Language (Eng./Span.) program in grades K-5. Spend a day or the week at GBCS and you will see how: - Our Dual Language program develops bilingualism/biliteracy, cross-cultural competencies, and academic achievement.

    - Our educational program includes Personal Education Plans, personalized learning for each student.

    - We use Positive Discipline, a solution focused discipline that models mutual respect and restorative justice. IFAD Intern opportunities will be based on your experience and comfort level and will range from: Shadowing a teacher, working with a small group of students or one-on-one, preparing learning materials, co-teaching, facilitating an activity, supporting recess or lunch supervision, and more. Student School Day = 8:00am - 3:00pm.

    Staff School Day = 8:00am - 3:30pm.

    I WILL GRADUATE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

    Brooklyn, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the World of a Non-Profit Youth Development Organization
    Description: I WILL GRADUATE PROGRAM (E4EA-IWG) headquartered in New York City, is a 501(c)(3) charity organization dedicated to serving and empowering students, families, and the community by communicating the importance of educational excellence. We accomplish our goals through youth development programs, arts-in-education, college and career guidance, mentoring, parent engagement, school and community workshops, exciting events, and the use of multimedia platforms. We also enlist the talents, and resources of the music and entertainment industry along with prominent high-profile individuals to stress the importance and coolness of being educated.

    LAPP

    Florham Park, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the world of Human Resources!
    Description: The participating intern will learn what the world of HR looks like within a global manufacturing company. The intern will be exposed to recruiting, general HR, benefits, talent development, and so much more!

    LAPP

    Florham Park, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the world of Manufacturing
    Description: The intern selected for this opportunity will be shadowing various leaders in our manufacturing department. They will be able to see the process of how wire and cable is created and the skills/leadership that are required in manufacturing (Lean, material management, Project Management).

    LAPP

    Florham Park, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: World of Engineering in a wire/cable manufacturer!
    Description: The intern in this role will shadow various positions in LAPP's engineering department. They will be able to work with our Director of Engineering, observe usage of our equipment and receive a tour of the facility.

    Manasquan Bank

    Wall Township, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Banking with the Best
    Description: "Your experience kicks off with a welcome breakfast to fuel us for an engaging day starting with a tour of our administrative buildings in Wall Township including our in-house branch, followed by interactive experiences with various teams, lunch and a Q&A session with our executive leaders and of course, company swag!

    Our agenda boasts info sessions from each of our departments to see how each team contributes to the success of the bank, a ""fireside chat"" with our former interns now full time employees, a glimpse of our new client experience training, financial literacy, and our own resume and interview skills clinic delivered by our HR and Learning & Development Teams. Each of our employee resource groups will also host a session to share how their ERG aids the bank and the importance of belonging."

    Marine Solutions

    Newark, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the Waves of Marine Engineering
    Description: Marine Solutions, Inc. is a woman-owned civil engineering and commercial diving firm specializing in underwater and topside inspection, imaging, design, repair, and construction of waterfront and bridge infrastructure. We blend the strengths of our commercial diving and marine construction experience with our engineering expertise to solve problems quickly and efficiently. We are a growing company with the capacity, the expertise, and the resources to be a dependable, responsive, innovative partner to our clients. Our offices are strategically located near heavily traveled inland rivers and coastal waterways in Nicholasville, KY (headquarters) with additional offices in Paducah, KY, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Virginia, Utah, and Idaho.

    Merit Controls

    Somerville, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Wired for the Future: Intern Experience at Merit Controls
    Description: For the Interns for a Day event at Merit Controls, participants will experience a hands-on introduction to the world of renewable energy solutions, specifically focusing on grid integration technologies. They will engage with industry professionals, explore the company's innovative approaches to utility-scale energy systems, and participate in interactive sessions that highlight real-world challenges and solutions. This will provide a unique glimpse into the inner workings of our company, fostering both learning and networking opportunities for aspiring professionals. In previous year's our Interns for a Day have joined us for our spring or summer internship programs.

    Middlesex County Democratic Organization

    Edison, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn How to Run Campaigns
    Description: Interning for the Middlesex County Democratic Organization (MCDO) as a college student for a week would involve a mix of campaign-related activities and organizational support. You might assist with tasks such as phone banking, helping with voter outreach, and engaging in get-out-the-vote efforts. Given the MCDO's involvement in local and statewide elections, you could also help organize events, attend volunteer meetings, or participate in community outreach efforts with candidates running for the State Assembly, Mayor, or Council. Interns may also assist with social media management, data entry, and event coordination, which are critical for modern campaign efforts.

    Additionally, the organization often hosts events such as candidate meet-and-greets, committee meetings, and community-based volunteer opportunities, which could offer interns a chance to network with local political leaders and community members.

    Internships like this typically provide exposure to the political process and local government, making it a valuable experience for those interested in political science, government, or community organizing.

    Monmouth County Human Resources

    Freehold, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Discover Monmouth County Public Service Career Paths
    Description: Monmouth County Human Resources is a full-service Human Resources agency. We are dedicated to helping public service job seekers interested in the various career paths within Monmouth County, and to servicing more than 3,000 County Employees, providing benefits, compensation, training and employee relations.

    Natural Resources Conservation Service

    Hamilton Square, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Helping People Help the Land with conservation
    Description: This if NJ NRCS first time participating from this program and we are very excited to show the conservation world to future conservationists. Our agency provides technical and financial assistance to farmers and forest landowners to improve the quality of the natural resources. Our positions are Soil Conservationists, Natural Resource Specialist, Soil Scientist, Agronomy, Forestry, Biology and others. We are happy to provide an overview of what we do and plan some exciting conservation days. We are also looking to take advantage of this opportunities to discuss college credits required if interested in applying for careers with USDA-NRCS. Depending on the interest field of study, we will partner the intern with a subject matter expert in that field, this could happen in our state office located in Hamilton Square or any of our 6 Field offices (Hackettstown, Frenchtown, Freehold, Columbus, Woodstown and Vineland).

    Princeton Satellite Systems

    Plainsboro, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Work with a Project Engineer on Advanced Space Launch
    Description: The student will work with PSS Engineers on advanced space launch systems. They will be briefed on the technology. They will then get to work on work on the systems. At the end of the day they will report on their work.

    Prudential Financial

    Newark, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Intern for a Day
    Description: Our “Intern for a Day” program offers students the unique opportunity to step into the world of work and get hands on experience of what it’s like to be an intern at Prudential. Students will spend the day in engaging activities, meeting team members, and learning about different aspects of our business. This program provides a sneak peek into the skills, culture, and opportunities that define our intern experience. It’s a perfect way to explore potential career paths and gain valuable insights all in a single day!

    Rosewich Engineering

    Lyndhurst, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Structural Engineer for a day
    Description: We will take you into an experience of one of our Structural Engineers

    RU OIT-Information Security Office

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: A Day in the Life of an Cybersecurity Specialist
    Description: Interns with the Rutgers OIT - Information Security Office will spend the day learning about the importance of information security, risk management, incident response, training, and compliance at Rutgers University while exploring various paths leading to an exciting career in cybersecurity.

    School of Communication and Information

    New Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: IT Support and Service Management for a day
    Description: For a day, you’ll step into the dynamic world of IT Support, where you’ll engage directly with user requests through tickets and calls, experiencing the balance of quick problem-solving and careful troubleshooting that keeps operations running. You’ll gain an insider’s view of the behind-the-scenes work that enables seamless service, learning how each response, fix, and follow-up plays a vital role in supporting both the technology and the people who rely on it daily.

    The Legal Aid Society

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Join the fight for Equal Justice!
    Description: The "Intern for a Day" program at The Legal Aid Society offers students a unique, immersive experience in public interest law. Participants spend a day shadowing legal professionals, gaining firsthand insight into the legal field, the daily operations of a nonprofit law firm, and the crucial work of advocating for underserved communities. Through court observations, case discussions, and Q&A sessions with attorneys, participants are introduced to various aspects of legal aid, including civil, criminal, and juvenile rights law. This program is an excellent opportunity for aspiring lawyers and advocates to explore a career in public interest law.

    TipTop Technologies

    Sunnyvale, CA
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Get to know an active entrepreneurial community largely made up of students like you
    Description: "Our Silicon Valley-based company owns comprehensive, widely-applied, human-level intelligence creating (“general Artificial Intelligence”) technologies (“a giant leap compared to alternatives”) which we built continuously over five decades, smart step by smart step, for launch in this decade.

    You will get to understand first-hand why top students from many of the best universities like Rutgers choose to work with us both during the academic year and over the summer months."

    UMC (United Methodist Communities)

    Ocean City; Pitman; Newton; Collingswood, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A Career That Makes A Defference
    Description: "Come spend the day with an organization that makes a difference! UMC is a certified Great Place to Work 7 years in a row! Spend the day with us and see the many different opportunities available to you working at a senior living community. Interact with our leadership team and see the different career opportunities in management, HR, Finance, Nursing, and Hospitality. Take a tour of the interesting areas of our Physical and Occupational Therapy department, Nursing units, our kitchen area with chefs and hospitality. You will have time to speak with our leaders and sit and listen to them share their experiences and answer your questions. We will also offer lunch and some fun activities.

    If you are sure what you want to do when you graduate or are not sure and want to see different career opportunities UMC would love for you to spend the day with us! NOTE- You may be assigned to one of the following locations: Ocean City; Ptman; Newton, Collingswood. "

    Universal Academy of Pittsburgh

    Pittsburgh, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Share your field of experience with others
    Description: This is the most diverse school you will ever visit. We have students from 23 countries, and we speak 17 languages.

    Wafaa Organization

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow!
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

    Water Lilies Food, LLC

    Bay Shore, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: R&D Food Scientist - Food Manufacturing
    Description: The student(s) will be allowed to see the R&D/Product Development process in real time. We will show benchtop formulation as well as how that translates into a manufacturing setting all in one day. Specifically, we will be working on frozen, Asian appetizers. Would like to include the student(s) in the benchtop sample making process, planning a formula, measuring it out, folding the sample by hand, and subsequently evaluating.

    WJH Engineering

    Oakhurst, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Enjoy a Day Down The Shore!
    Description: Spend a day learning the many facets of Site/Civil Engineering as well as Surveying

    Worley

    Reading, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: A Day in the Life of an Engineer: Innovate, Design, Deliver!
    Description: Every day Worley helps our customers in energy, chemicals and resources shift their operations towards a more sustainable future. While helping them provide the energy, chemicals and resources society needs now. Experience the dynamic world of engineering at Worley, where creativity meets problem-solving! Shadow engineers, share insights and ideas, gain hands-on experimentation on real-life projects, and join collaborative meetings, where teams brainstorm innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Everyday, engineers dive into design work and problem solving, using advanced tools to turn concepts into tangible projects. Join the engineering journey, where every day presents an opportunity to shape a more sustainable future!

  • AnA Sourcing

    Collingswood, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: MSH Masterclass : Intern For A Day
    Description: The day will start with an orientation, where interns will be introduced to the company and its mission, followed by an overview of departments and a tour of the office or a virtual tour. There will be interactive workshops focused on various topics such as personal branding, including defining personal strengths, values, and career aspirations. A networking lunch will offer a chance to interact informally with company staff and ask career-related questions. The day may also include a career development session.

    Bayard Cutting Arboretum

    Great River, NY
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Walk in a Garden Curator's Shoes!
    Description: The 691-acre Bayard Cutting Arboretum was the former home of William Cutting, now a New York State Park with a mission “to provide an oasis of beauty and quiet for the pleasure, rest and refreshment of those who delight in outdoor beauty; and to bring about a greater appreciation and understanding of the value and importance of informal planting.” The current collection of fir, spruce, pine, cypress, hemlock, yew and other lesser-known conifers is one of the most extensive to be found in the United States. Perennial borders, woodland trails, coastal gardens, natural wetlands, forest, and a CSA farm can also be found in the arboretum’s vast acreage. Interns will work in all areas of the gardens and participate in a wide range of horticultural experiences. Typically, interns will rotate around the arboretum working in selected collections. Interns will gain hands-on experience stressing plant identification, garden maintenance strategies, sound horticultural practices, garden curation, educational programming, and general public park management.

    Bolero Snort, LLC

    Carlstadt, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn What It Takes To Run A Large Craft Brewery
    Description: Located in the Meadowlands and brewing for over ten years - Bolero Snort Brewery has grown into an experimental brewing destination, distribution company and local mainstay. You'll pick the brains of the Founder, Co-Owner / Director of Sales, Operations Manager, Marketing Director and Head Brewer to gather a broad sense of what it takes to build a company from the ground up and keep it going despite a global pandemic and logistical setbacks. You'll have a tour of the facility and learn about our tight-knit industry filled with entrepreneurs, investors, bar staff, event planners and more. This experience would be holistic and beneficial to someone who thinks outside the box.

    BronxWorks

    Bronx, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Community Building With Your Formerly Homeless Neighbors
    Description: Bronx Point is a new Supportive Housing program for the formerly homeless at the site of the Hip Hop Museum in the South Bronx. Join us as we build a fully tenant-centered community, addressing the (historic, systemic & on-going) barriers to stability & success at the micro-, mezzo- & macro-levels. You can experience case management for individuals from marginalized communities experiencing mental health, substance use, legal/immigration, histories of domestic violence & long-term incarceration. Participate in meeting facilitation, tenant groups, event preparation, & tenant advocacy- all guided by Social Work values. Learn about program leadership from a participatory, democratic perspective.

    CELEBRATION CREATIONS

    Manahawkin, NJ
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Celebration Creations Business Explorer
    Description: This internship offers an immersive experiences for students interested in entrepreneurship, sales and marketing within the hospitality industry. As an intern, you will gain hands-on exposure to key elements of growing a business, building brand awareness and engaging with clients in a fast-paced, creative environment. You will learn how to develop and implement marketing campaigns, gain insights into social media platforms and understand all aspect the sales process. The intern will work closely with the business owners to understand the entrepreneurial mindset.

    Certified Fitness for Special Needs, Inc

    Whitehouse Station, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Get hands on experience working with clients with various levels of abilities.
    Description: Last year, CFSN and Fitness for U fitness center hosted several students for half day experiences. It is the mission of our companies to teach and guide young students to the possible job opportunties in the health and wellness field.

    Equitable Advisors

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Manage Wealth For A Day
    Description: "We are financial consultant and wealth managers. Our job is to impact our client's lives through financial planning and wealth management. We are seeking students that are interested in a career after graduation that can have a great impact on people's lives through helping managing finances.

    Students will shadow multiple levels of financial consultants from entry-level consultants, senior consultants up to vice presidents that run teams. You do not need a finance background to learn. The main skillset of a consultant is strong communication skills and an interest in working with clients directly.

    You will also gain networking skills in speaking with more senior consultants. Our team is young and growing with a lot of friendly people to meet and learn something new!"

    F&T Group

    Queens, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: We are a real estate development company, so we have different opportunities within our departments to host an intern. From construction, engineering, IT, marketing, property management, hotel management, graphic design.
    Description: We are one of the largest real estate development firms in New York, with a diverse and dynamic portfolio that includes Queens Crossing, One Fulton Square, Flushing Commons, and our latest project, the new epicenter of downtown Flushing—Tangram. As an intern, you’ll have the chance to gain hands-on experience across various departments such as Marketing, Public Relations, IT, Property Management, Engineering, and more. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-impact projects and develop valuable skills in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

    Fischer Health & Rehab Center

    Bergenfield, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn about Running a Multi-Specialty Holistic Practice
    Description: Spend the day learning all aspects of running a physical therapy/chiropractic office.

    Greater Brunswick Charter School

    New Brunswick, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inspire and Guide Teaching and Learning, Grades K-8
    Description: Greater Brunswick Charter School is a free public K-8 school in New Brunswick, NJ, with a Dual Language (Eng./Span.) program in grades K-5. Spend a day or the week at GBCS and you will see how: - Our Dual Language program develops bilingualism/biliteracy, cross-cultural competencies, and academic achievement.

    - Our educational program includes Personal Education Plans, personalized learning for each student.

    - We use Positive Discipline, a solution focused discipline that models mutual respect and restorative justice. IFAD Intern opportunities will be based on your experience and comfort level and will range from: Shadowing a teacher, working with a small group of students or one-on-one, preparing learning materials, co-teaching, facilitating an activity, supporting recess or lunch supervision, and more. Student School Day = 8:00am - 3:00pm.

    Staff School Day = 8:00am - 3:30pm.

    iDance Ministry ada iDance Experience

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn How to Use Creative Arts to Explore Mental Health, Addiction and Disabilities
    Description: Through movement and art, our dance organization takes participants on a journey through the emotional landscapes of mental health, addiction, and recovery, leaving them with a sense of empowerment and hope. iDance provides insight into experiences that are misunderstood or stigmatized, fostering greater awareness and empathy. In this "A Day in the Life of" experience, participants will see how e tap into the power of movement and art to enhance multidimensional subjective well-being. Other modalities used in this experience include improv and expressive dance art experiences, and in some cases, theater arts.

    Jazzercise East Brunswick & Hillsborough

    East Brunswick & Hillsborough, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Jazzed about Dance, Fitness, Women's Health, and Entrepreneurship
    Description: "Jazzercise is the original dance fitness program, and first to be franchised. As a Jazzercise instructor and business owner, I have a broad skill set I must employ. Some small business owners wear many hats, but I wear many shoes - dancing, teaching, performing, fitness knowledge, coaching/motivational, focused on women's wellness experiences, business entrepreneurship (finances, team management, communication), sales (marketing, social media, customer accumulation, customer retention), event planner, etc. I'm looking for an intern-for-a-day to share a unique business ownership experience, but also to get honest feedback from the intern about their customer service experience and learn more about opportunities for me to improve my social media content.

    My ideal IFAD candidate would have some flexibility with their schedule and be interested in dance, fitness, and empowering women. I would expect some in-person time at my Jazzercise locations, in East Brunswick and/or Hillsborough (depending on the location and day, morning classes are at 9 or 9:15am and evening classes are Mon/Wed/Thurs at 5:30 or 5:45pm). During the day there would be opportunities for in-person or virtual time together. As a Rutgers alumna, I'm so supportive of my alma mater and I believe in giving back to the community. I'm JAZZED to share a program I love with Rutgers students who have any shared interests or curiosities about what I've described. Thanks for considering joining me for a week of dancing fitness fun!"

    Kidstrong

    Meridian, ID
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Be a coach that touches a students heart
    Description: At Kidstrong we believe working out can and should be FUN. We mix american ninja warrior/cross fit with character and brain development in an engaging and fun 45 minute class! Do you have a passion for kids and fitness. At Kidstrong, we create independent, strong kids who can win at life!

    LAPP

    Florham Park, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Step into the world of Manufacturing
    Description: The intern selected for this opportunity will be shadowing various leaders in our manufacturing department. They will be able to see the process of how wire and cable is created and the skills/leadership that are required in manufacturing (Lean, material management, Project Management).

    Malecki Financial Group

    Edison, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Inside MFG: A Day in Finance, Marketing, and Client Care
    Description: Step inside Malecki Financial Group for a day of immersive learning and hands-on experience. Get an insider’s look at the diverse roles that drive a successful financial advisory firm. From financial planning and data analytics to marketing strategies and client service excellence, you'll have the chance to engage with industry professionals, explore career paths like becoming a CFP® , AIF® , or CEPA® , and dive into the cutting-edge tools we use daily. This is your opportunity to experience the dynamic world of wealth management and business operations, all in one day!

    Manasquan Bank

    Wall Township, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Banking with the Best
    Description: "Your experience kicks off with a welcome breakfast to fuel us for an engaging day starting with a tour of our administrative buildings in Wall Township including our in-house branch, followed by interactive experiences with various teams, lunch and a Q&A session with our executive leaders and of course, company swag!

    Our agenda boasts info sessions from each of our departments to see how each team contributes to the success of the bank, a ""fireside chat"" with our former interns now full time employees, a glimpse of our new client experience training, financial literacy, and our own resume and interview skills clinic delivered by our HR and Learning & Development Teams. Each of our employee resource groups will also host a session to share how their ERG aids the bank and the importance of belonging."

    Metropolitan Police Department

    Washington, D.C.
    Experience Type: Open to Either
    IFaD: Catch a Glimpse: One Day Behind the Badge in DC
    Description: Join us for a unique, hands-on experience with the Washington, DC Metropolitan Police Department. This immersive program allows participants to step into the daily routine of law enforcement officers, gaining firsthand insights into crime prevention, community engagement, and investigative work. Interns will visit specialized units and get a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and responsibilities of maintaining public safety in the nation’s capital. It’s a day to explore careers, build connections, and see what it takes to serve the DC community!

    Middlesex County Democratic Organization

    Edison, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Learn How to Run Campaigns
    Description: "Interning for the Middlesex County Democratic Organization (MCDO) as a college student for a week would involve a mix of campaign-related activities and organizational support. You might assist with tasks such as phone banking, helping with voter outreach, and engaging in get-out-the-vote efforts. Given the MCDO's involvement in local and statewide elections, you could also help organize events, attend volunteer meetings, or participate in community outreach efforts with candidates running for the State Assembly, Mayor, or Council. Interns may also assist with social media management, data entry, and event coordination, which are critical for modern campaign efforts.

    Additionally, the organization often hosts events such as candidate meet-and-greets, committee meetings, and community-based volunteer opportunities, which could offer interns a chance to network with local political leaders and community members.

    Internships like this typically provide exposure to the political process and local government, making it a valuable experience for those interested in political science, government, or community organizing."

    Monmouth County Division of Planning

    Freehold, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Plan to be a Planner for a Day in Monmouth
    Description: March 17th is expected to be a day where the Monmouth County Planning Board Meets (meetings are monthly). The intern will get a walk through what goes into preparing the material that the agenda covers in the AM (meeting with our different sections in the Division), attend the meeting in the afternoon, and then discuss with the team what the outcome of the Board's approvals and actions may mean for the County and how it ties in with the lives of the people who live here.

    Monmouth County Human Resources

    Freehold, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Discover Monmouth County Public Service Career Paths
    Description: Monmouth County Human Resources is a full-service Human Resources agency. We are dedicated to helping public service job seekers interested in the various career paths within Monmouth County, and to servicing more than 3,000 County Employees, providing benefits, compensation, training and employee relations.

    NWL, Inc

    Bordentown, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Become Part of an HR Team for a Day
    Description: NWL, Inc. will be hosting interns in our human resources department. Be involved in payroll, recruiting, employee relations, benefits administration, and more!

    Parcel

    Montclair, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: The Insides of Running A Successful Small Art Business
    Description: "Are you passionate about print and design with a flair for vintage and obscure imagery? Parcel, your go-to destination for unique and captivating prints, is looking for enthusiastic interns to join our dynamic team!

    As an intern at Parcel, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the production side of our business, helping us craft and fulfill one-of-a-kind orders. We’re seeking individuals with a flexible schedule who are eager to dive into the world of print and design.

    If you’re ready to immerse yourself in the creative process and contribute to our vibrant store, apply now to become part of the Parcel family!"

    Phoenix International School of the Arts

    La Plata, MD
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Be a School Principal for Spring Break!
    Description: "Remember as a kid when you could be ""Principal for the day,"" as part of a positive behavior intervention program? Well, now you're one step closer to making that dream a true reality.

    Be a Founding Middle School Principal of a fine and performing arts school in Maryland. Learn what it means to lead a supportive team of teachers, who we call our ""Crew"", cultivate hilarious, but dynamic scholars, and provide compassionate support to our families and our community-at-large. There's never a dull day as a middle school Principal."

    Potential Inc.

    Newtown, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Autism Services: A Day in the Life
    Description: Join Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Behavior Technicians as they provide Applied Behavior Analysis therapy services to children with Autism! This is a great opportunity for students interested in childcare, education, psychology, or healthcare.

    SGS North America

    Dayton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Experience an Environmental Testing Laboratory for a Day
    Description: "IFAD Students will be introduced to SGS's Environmental Lab in South Brunswick Township. First, they will be assigned an SGS Mentor who will review expectations for both the company and the intern, followed closely by a safety presentation and lab tour. Prior to entering the laboratory, Interns will be assigned standard Personal Protective Equipment including lab coat, safety glasses, and disposable nitrile gloves. Certain laboratory-specific PPE may be assigned based on tasks being performed.

    Once in the laboratory, IFAD interns will be trained to perform basic tasks on air, water, and soil samples collected in and around New Jersey. Basic tasks include weighing soil samples, performing dilutions on sample extracts, pipetting solutions from one container to the next, and may include the use of acids and bases or solvents during sample preparation. Where appropriate, Interns may also receive familiarization with various instruments that generate analytical data and final sample results. At every step along the way, the SGS Mentor will tie the IFAD experience back to real-world application in the industry."

    Share My Meals

    Princeton, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Start Up Non-Profit: Shadow CEO working to address hunger and save our environment
    Description: "Join the Share My Meals CEO in her efforts to address food waste's environmental impacts and food insecurity's societal impacts. Meet her team, see the operation, and spend a day working to help those most in need in NJ.

    The CEO and Share My Meals team will take you through a view of their supply chain, social media efforts, and the day-to-day running of a start-up company. Based on the student's specific interests, we will tailor the day to focus on areas such as operations, marketing, finance, and HR."

    Social Security Administration

    Newark, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Behind the Glass: Life at SSA
    Description: We would like to offer prospective applicants a chance to get a glimpse of what goes on behind the scenes at a local Social Security Field Office. Because of privacy and security concerns, the students will not be able to see/hear all of what we do. However, we will show the students around, let them speak briefly with current employees, meet our public, observe our reception area, and get an idea of what our daily life is like. Because the scope of what they can see is limited, the visit will only be for a half day, so we can do an am session at 8:30 and a pm session at 12:30.

    Step With Purpose

    Blackwood, NJ
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: “Step Into Your Future: Be a Preschool Intern for a Day at Step With Purpose!”
    Description: Student will engage with children ages 2-5 year of age. Assisting with activities, on trips, filing, organizing and assisting with lesson plans if Abel to. Students can create parent workshops as well.

    Tuff City Records

    New York City, NY    
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Behind the Beats: Tuff City Intern for a Day
    Description: About us: Tuff City Records is an independent record label in midtown Manhattan. Tuff City Records is a 40-year veteran company, rich with a catalog of old school Hip Hop, Funk, Soul and Latin music. We are happy to host an intern to brainstorm t-shirt designs and create engaging and dynamic social media campaigns. The ideal candidate will have some experience with or interest in using animation software and a passion for creating content that resonates with our audience.

    Universal Academy of Pittsburgh

    Pittsburgh, PA
    Experience Type: In-person 
    IFaD: Share your field of experience with others
    Description: This is the most diverse school you will ever visit. We have students from 23 countries, and we speak 17 languages.

    Wafaa Organization

    Experience Type: Virtual
    IFaD: Empowering today for a better tomorrow!
    Description: In this virtual event, students will learn about our services and how to intern with the WAFAA organization and help the community and advocate for human rights.

FAQ for Employers

  • Your organization can easily participate in Intern for a Day by completing the survey form provided or directly contacting us. Simply fill out the form, and we will guide you through the process to ensure a seamless and rewarding experience for both your organization and the participating students. We look forward to having your organization be a part of this enriching program.

  • Hosting students for IFAD can provide several benefits to your organization, such as:

    • Building your organization's brand and reputation among potential future employees.
    • Providing an opportunity to mentor and guide students who are interested in your industry.
    • Identifying talented students who may be a good fit for future internships or entry-level positions.
    • Contributing to the development of the future workforce by sharing knowledge and experiences.
  • We use our own automatic matching algorithm, which considers the specific requirements of organizations and the career goals and resumes of students. By leveraging this data, we ensure that employers are carefully matched with students, creating meaningful and valuable experiences for both parties.

  • Each organization can anticipate a maximum of 2-3 students participating in the IFaD program.

  • Yes, Intern for a Day can be conducted in both virtual and in-person formats, based on the preference of your organization.

  • To maximize the impact of your participation in IFAD, consider the following:

    • Plan engaging activities and projects that highlight the nature of your organization and the industry.
    • Provide opportunities for students to interact with professionals, ask questions, and learn about potential career paths.
    • Offer guidance and advice to students interested in pursuing a career in your field.
    • Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment that encourages learning and networking.
  • If your organization needs to cancel its participation in the program, please kindly notify the program coordinator at least [period] prior to the scheduled date.

  • If you want more information about Intern for a Day, contact the Graduate Coordinator, Jayati Bist. Please feel free to email any inquiries to ces_intern_for_a_day@echo.rutgers.edu.