Opening Doors to Opportunity.
Opening Doors to Opportunity.
Preparing the Next Generation to Lead.
Preparing the Next Generation to Lead.
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Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders
NYC For Youth Inc. empowers young people ages 14 and up through legal education, artificial intelligence and technology training, civic engagement, career development, internships, and professional mentorship.
We connect young people with the knowledge, resources, and experienced professionals they need to discover their potential, build meaningful careers, and become leaders in their communities.
Programs That Open Doors
Programs That Open Doors
Our programs connect young people with real-world experiences, professional mentors, and opportunities to develop the skills needed for success.
Future Leaders Internship Program
Future Leaders Internship Program
The Future Leaders Summer Internship Program is an immersive, multi-industry pre-professional experience designed for high school students across New York City. Participants step beyond classroom theory into real-world professional environments, working alongside judges, attorneys, tech innovators, medical professionals, and financial leaders. Through hands-on project work, mentorship, interns develop the critical skills and networks needed to excel in college and their future careers.
Future Leaders Cohort Program
Future Leaders Cohort Program
The Future Leader Summer Cohort Program is an immersive leadership accelerator designed for ambitious students to step into the room with top executives, innovators, and change makers across diverse industries. Through intimate roundtable discussions, real-world case challenges, students transform theoretical knowledge into actionable leadership skills, building a lifelong network of peers and mentors.
AI & Digital Skills - Grow with Google
AI & Digital Skills - Grow with Google
Preparing young people for an evolving workforce through artificial intelligence, digital literacy, emerging technologies, and hands-on learning.
NYC Youth Advocacy Board Podcasts
NYC Youth Advocacy Board Podcasts
Youth-led conversations, produced in partnership with Manhattan Neighborhood Network (MNN), connecting young people with professionals across diverse careers and industries.
Our programs are designed to meet young people where they are and help them reach their goals.
Our programs are designed to meet young people where they are and help them reach their goals.
Be Part of the Change
Be Part of the Change
Whether you donate, volunteer, or partner with us, you're investing in the future of NYC's youth.
Whether you donate, volunteer, or partner with us, you're investing in the future of NYC's youth.
Our Mission
Our Mission
NYC For Youth Inc. empowers young people ages 14 and up by expanding access to education, AI and technology training, civic and legal education, internships, and professional mentorship. Through partnerships with community leaders, educators, legal professionals, and employers, we help young people develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pursue career opportunities, become informed civic leaders, and create positive change in their communities.
Our Impact
Our Impact
Grow with Google
Grow with Google
500 invites available
129 enrolled
93 completed courses
Internships
Internships
30 Interns placed with Judges and Elected Officials
YOUth Can Change the World Conference
YOUth Can Change the World Conference
200 young people from around the world attended the Youth Can Change the World Conference. Sponsored by Cancer Kids First and NYC For Youth
Legal Programs 2024-2026
Legal Programs 2024-2026
200 high school students attended the Women in Law Program (2025-2026)
40 high school students attended the Lawyers in Training Program (2024-2025)
50 young people attended the Beading for Law Youth Legal Summit 2026 held at the City Bar Association.
Help Us Expand Internships. Accept a Summer Intern.
Help Us Expand Internships. Accept a Summer Intern.
One internship can open the door to a lifetime of opportunity.
One internship can open the door to a lifetime of opportunity.
NYC For Youth Inc. is seeking businesses, law firms, hospitals, corporations, and community organizations willing to host a summer intern through our Future Leaders Career Pathways & Internship Program.
Share your expertise, mentor emerging talent, and give a young person the opportunity to gain real-world professional experience.
Help Develop the Next Generation of Leaders.
Help Develop the Next Generation of Leaders.
Accept a Summer 2027 Intern.
Accept a Summer 2027 Intern.
By hosting an intern, your organization can:
Introduce a young person to your industry and profession.
Provide hands-on learning and workplace exposure.
Share professional knowledge and mentorship.
Help develop the next generation of skilled and confident leaders.
Whether you can offer a paid internship, a stipend-supported placement, job shadowing, or a structured learning experience, your participation can make a difference.
Participate in the Future Leaders Summer 2027 Cohort Program
Participate in the Future Leaders Summer 2027 Cohort Program
Be Part of the Change
Be Part of the Change
Whether you donate, volunteer, or partner with us, you're investing in the future of NYC's youth.
Whether you donate, volunteer, or partner with us, you're investing in the future of NYC's youth.
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