About Commonpoint

At Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.

About Ladders for Leaders

Commonpoint is home to a number of youth workforce programs, including the nationally recognized program Ladders for Leaders. Ladders for Leaders offers high school and college students the opportunity to participate in paid professional summer internships with leading corporations, non-profit organizations and government agencies in New York City.

Program Highlights

• Comprehensive Orientation: Includes resume-building workshops, job interview preparation, networking strategies, leadership development, and mock interviews to prepare you for professional success.

• Career Development: Opportunities to revise your resume, participate in mock interviews, and attend skill-building workshops.

• Access to Exclusive Internships: Submit your interest and be considered for a wide range of internships across various industries.

Program Timeline

• Cohort A: July 6 – August 15

• Cohort B: July 13 – August 21

Compensation and Payroll

Interns will work up to 25 hours per week at a rate of $17 per hour. All placements are subsidized by Ladders for Leaders, which also manages payroll throughout the 6-week internship period.