The Wasserman Center for Career Development is committed to supporting students in their learning and development outside the classroom. Through this committment, we offer a variety of funding resources for students to pursuing internships, research, and other experiential learning opportunities!
Wasserman Programs
Changemaker Fellowship: Through a rigorous application and selection process, the Changemaker Fellowship awards grants of up to $5,000 for undergraduate students working in unpaid summer internships focused on addressing issues of inequality.
Violet Internship & Research Award: This year-round program allows students to request funding to support unpaid internships and research positions. Students can only apply with non-credit internship or research positions. Volunteer and for-credit internships are not eligible. Positions must be in the following industries: nonprofit organizations, government agencies, social service organizations, and arts organizations that comply with the Tisch Office of Career Development’s internship policies.
Additional Resources
Coverdell Fellows: Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) can apply for a financial scholarship while pursuing a master’s degree at one of six participating NYU graduate schools.
Office of Fellowships and Awards: The Graduate School of Arts & Science offers a variety of support services for current graduate students seeking funding for short-term and long-term fellowship opportunities.
Office of Global Awards: The Office of Global Awards supports undergraduate students and alumni applying for a select number of nationally-competitive, merit-based fellowships, scholarships, and internships. Check out this Guide to National and Global Fellowships to learn more about fellowships and why should you pursue one.
Professional Funding Resource List: this is a non-exhaustive list of NYU funding opportunities for career-related experiences including internships, research, conference attendance, and more. Students are highly encouraged to check with their major department’s website and/or staff to learn about other opportunities available.