Summer 2027 IT Client Services Intern

About the role

NRDC's Information Technology Department is seeking an undergraduate intern to support ongoing projects and priorities for the Client Services Division. The intern will report to the Senior Director, IT Client Services, work onsite in the New York office three days per week, and provide helpdesk and AV support while also contributing to workflow automation, AI engagement, and data compliance projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide helpdesk and AV support for the New York office
• Identify, prioritize, and resolve end‑user help requests
• Monitor, track, and coordinate support functions with other IT team members
• Work on projects related to workflow automation across platforms, AI engagement, and data compliance
• Conduct research, data collection, and analysis
• Write and develop materials for state and federal campaigns
• Support designing equitable policy solutions
• Copywrite and edit social media posts; support marketing campaigns
• Brainstorm opportunities for process improvements, new vendors, partnerships, and engagement
• Manage projects for department and team‑wide initiatives

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program
• Rising sophomore, junior, senior, or recent graduate (eligible through May 2027)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Project management and/or problem‑solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to NRDC’s mission, values, and DEI principles

Qualifications

Experience with Asana or another project management tool is a plus but not required.

Skills

• Written and verbal communication
• Team collaboration
• Project management / problem solving
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of IT helpdesk and AV support
• Interest in nonprofit operations

Pay

Stipend equivalent of $7,000.00, paid bi‑weekly over the 10‑week assignment.

Schedule

• Duration: 10 weeks
• Commitment: 35 hours per week
• Work model: Hybrid – required onsite 3 days per week in the New York office
• Summer Session 3: Monday June 21, 2027 – Friday August 27, 2027