Partnership for Inclusive Internships (PII)

About PII

Building on the successful program developed by AHRC NYC, the statewide Partnership for Inclusive Internships (PII) advances New York State’s goal of becoming a model employer by creating internship opportunities in State agencies for individuals with disabilities that may lead to long-term employment.

How PII Works

The PII Coordinator works with State agencies to identify internship opportunities and matches qualified candidates with disabilities to those opportunities.

Talented, qualified interns are recruited from:

  • SUNY, CUNY, Commission on Independent Colleges & Universities in New York
  • Approved service providers and other non-profit organizations
  • High school and transition programs supporting youth with disabilities

About the Internships

Types of Internships
Internships can be developed around any meaningful need, project or in demand job. Categories include (but are not limited to):

  • Clerical and Administrative
  • Data Entry and Analysis
  • Finance and Contracts
  • IT and Tech Supports
  • Policy and Research
  • Program Operations

Internship Duration
Depending on the opportunity, interns can be approved to work up to 320 hours over a 3 to 5-month time period.

Eligible Participants

  • Interns
    Individuals who are at least 18 years old and have an open case with ACCES-VR or New York State Commission for the Blind may be eligible for an inclusive internship. ACCES-VR and NYSCB are the Vocational Rehabilitation agencies in NYS who will support the internship.
  • New York State Agencies
    Any New York State Agency is eligible to host an intern.

Current Internship Opportunities


Contact

Email MaryBeth Schneider, Inclusive Internship Coordinator or call 518-457-1139.

Interested in being considered for an internship? Just complete the Inclusive Internship Interest Form.