Do I need a visa to do an entrepreneurship internship in New York?

Yes. Most participants require a J-1 Intern or Trainee visa to complete an entrepreneurship internship in New York. See full visa requirements >

What kind of companies host entrepreneurship interns in New York?

Entrepreneurship interns are placed with a mix of early-stage start-ups, accelerator-backed companies, venture capital firms and scaling businesses across fintech, health tech and media, depending on your interests and experience. Discover example host organizations >

How long are entrepreneurship internships in New York?

Programs typically run from 4 to 24 weeks, with start dates available year-round.

What qualifications do I need for an entrepreneurship internship in New York?

You don't necessarily need a business degree or previous start-up experience to apply for an entrepreneurship internship in New York. The right qualifications will depend on the internship placement, but relevant studies in business, entrepreneurship, economics or a related subject can be useful. Transferable skills such as adaptability, initiative, communication and comfort with ambiguity can also help you succeed in a start-up environment. Your placement is matched to your experience, interests and career goals.

How can I get an entrepreneurship internship in New York?

To get an entrepreneurship internship in New York, start by identifying which side of start-up life interests you most, whether that's growth, fundraising, product or venture capital, and consider how your education, skills and experience line up with it. You can then apply for an internship program and discuss your career goals, interests and placement preferences during the application process. At The Intern Group, you'll complete an online application and interview before working with the team to secure an entrepreneurship internship that matches your profile and goals.

Sightseeing during an entrepreneurship internship in New York

Entrepreneurship Internships in New York

New York's start-up scene spent years being treated as Silicon Valley's less serious cousin, and it has spent the years since quietly proving that assumption wrong.

The city has grown into one of the largest start-up ecosystems in the world, home to companies that have gone on to reshape entire industries in health tech, media, logistics and consumer products, backed by a venture capital community that no longer needs to look west for serious capital. For interns, that maturity offers direct exposure to founders building genuinely ambitious companies, without the insular, tech-only bubble sometimes associated with other start-up hubs.

Whether you're a university student, recent graduate, gap year student or career changer, an entrepreneurship internship program in New York can help you build practical experience within one of the most diverse start-up ecosystems in the world.

Guaranteed Internship
Vetted roles in leading New York start-ups and venture-backed companies.

Complete Overseas Support
Visa assistance, New York housing, social & cultural events and 24/7 staff support included.

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Join 15,000+ alumni with dynamic workshops, networking events, and employer references.

Example entrepreneurship host organizations in New York

We've previously placed interns with organizations across New York's health tech, media tech, logistics and consumer start-up sectors. The organizations featured represent examples of the types of professional environments where participants have gained experience.

Why do an entrepreneurship internship in New York?

New York's start-up founders have built companies drawing directly on the industries the city already dominates, fintech founders pulling from decades of Wall Street expertise, media start-ups built by people who understand publishing and advertising from the inside, and health tech companies benefiting from proximity to some of the country's leading hospitals and research institutions. That industry depth gives New York start-ups a different character from companies built in a more purely tech-focused ecosystem.

The city's venture capital scene has matured into a genuine rival to Silicon Valley, with major firms now running significant New York operations rather than treating the city as a satellite office. That capital, combined with access to some of the most demanding, sophisticated customers anywhere, means founders building in New York get tested by a genuinely tough market from day one, and interns get to watch that pressure shape real decision-making.

The city is particularly strong in areas such as fintech start-ups, health tech, media technology and consumer products, giving you exposure to entrepreneurship built on genuine industry expertise rather than technology alone.

Experience entrepreneurship built on industry depth

Industry-rooted founders
See how New York start-ups draw directly on the city's existing strengths in finance, media and healthcare.

Diverse start-up stages
Explore entrepreneurship from early-stage founders to scaling, venture-backed companies.

Founder networking
Build connections with entrepreneurs, investors and fellow interns from around the world.

Demanding market pressure
Learn how building for sophisticated New York customers shapes founders' decision-making from day one.

At the top of the rock during an entrepreneurship internship in New York

Explore entrepreneurship internships in New York

New York's start-up landscape spans early-stage founders, accelerator-backed companies and scaling venture-funded businesses across fintech, health tech, media and consumer products. Your internship could give you the opportunity to see how founders and their teams build companies from the ground up.

Start-up Operations

Early-stage companies need generalists who can jump between tasks without waiting for a formal process to catch up. Your internship could involve supporting day-to-day operations, process building or team coordination.

You could work on: Process building · Team coordination · Operational support · Vendor management

Growth & Scaling

Once a start-up finds early traction, growth becomes the singular focus, and interns get to see firsthand how founders test and refine what actually drives new users or customers. You could support growth experiments, performance tracking or channel testing.

You could work on: Growth experiments · Performance tracking · Channel testing · Data analysis

Product Development Support

Founders and product teams at early-stage companies move fast, testing ideas with real users rather than running lengthy internal reviews. You could support user research, feature testing or product documentation.

You could work on: User research · Feature testing · Product documentation · Feedback analysis

Media & Consumer Start-ups

New York's founders in media and consumer products often draw on deep industry experience, building companies that compete directly with the traditional players the city is known for. You could support content strategy, customer research or launch planning.

You could work on: Content strategy support · Customer research · Launch planning · Performance analysis

Business Development for Start-ups

Landing early partnerships and customers often falls to whoever's available, giving interns real exposure to the deals that keep a young company moving forward. You could support lead research, partnership outreach or proposal development.

You could work on: Lead research · Partnership outreach · Proposal support · Pipeline tracking

Venture Capital Support

Working alongside New York's VC firms offers a different angle on entrepreneurship, evaluating and supporting founders rather than being one yourself. You could support deal sourcing, due diligence or portfolio company research.

You could work on: Deal sourcing · Due diligence support · Portfolio research · Market analysis

Example entrepreneurship internship roles in New York

Depending on your skills and interests, you could take on a role such as:

Development & Impact Strategy Intern
Growth Marketing Intern
Business Strategy Analyst Intern
Business Development Associate Intern
Learning Design Intern
Digital Health Operations Intern
Tech Operations Innovation Intern

Your exact role will depend on your host organization and placement.

Explore more example Entrepreneurship roles >

At Coney Island during an entrepreneurship internship

What can you gain from an entrepreneurship internship in New York?

An entrepreneurship internship in New York offers more than a line on your CV/resume. It's a chance to see how companies get built on genuine industry expertise, developing practical skills through work with real, immediate stakes.

Build New York start-up experience

Add international entrepreneurship experience to your CV/resume and show future employers that you've worked within one of the most demanding start-up markets in the world.
Work on real start-up projects

Put your knowledge into practice through projects that could involve growth, fundraising, product development or business development, depending on your placement.
Grow your founder and investor network

Connect with entrepreneurs, investors and fellow interns from around the world within New York's expanding start-up community.
Understand industry-rooted entrepreneurship

See how founders build on New York's existing strengths in finance, media and more rather than starting from scratch.
Experience New York's start-up culture

Gain insight into how industry depth, serious capital and demanding customers combine to shape the city's entrepreneurial energy.

What's included in the New York internship program?

Your program includes support designed to help you get the most from your international internship, from placement and accommodation to visa support, career coaching and 24/7 in-country support.

Explore the full New York internship program >

Hear from entrepreneurship interns in New York

"The reason I studied entrepreneurship is because I want to start my own business after I graduate. I wanted to work with a startup so I could learn the basics of running a business and gain practical experience. Now that I’m going back, I’m really looking forward to applying everything I’ve learned." - Hamza Ahmed, entrepreneurship intern in New York

"It was a privilege to work with The Intern Group. Everything was so easy and well organised from beginning to end. I always received a quick response, and there was always a contact person I could reach out to whenever I needed support. I would definitely recommend The Intern Group to anyone looking for an internship in New York. I tried to find an internship there on my own, but it was very difficult, if not nearly impossible. Using The Intern Group made the whole process so much easier, and I would definitely recommend them." - Eyal Bollag, intern in New York

Is a New York entrepreneurship internship right for you?

A New York entrepreneurship internship could be a great fit if you're drawn to start-ups built on genuine industry expertise rather than technology alone.

Whether you're a university student, recent graduate, gap year student or career changer, you can build practical entrepreneurship skills while experiencing how founders in New York manage growth, fundraising and product development under real market pressure. It's an opportunity to build your CV/resume, expand your professional network and discover where a career in entrepreneurship could take you.

What is it like to live as an entrepreneurship intern in New York?

Living as an entrepreneurship intern in New York means adjusting to a schedule that rarely runs nine to five, but the trade-off is working alongside people who are genuinely invested in what they're building.

Evenings might mean a founder meetup in a co-working space or drinks that turn into an unplanned brainstorm about the company's next move, and the city's density means there's always another event worth showing up to if you want to expand your network further. Weekends open up the rest of the city, from a quiet walk through a new neighborhood to catching up with fellow interns over brunch, giving you a proper reset before the pace picks back up.

At Coney Island during an entrepreneurship internship in New York

FAQs

: Yes. Most participants require a J-1 Intern or Trainee visa to complete an entrepreneurship internship in New York.

See full visa requirements >
: Entrepreneurship interns are placed with a mix of early-stage start-ups, accelerator-backed companies, venture capital firms and scaling businesses across fintech, health tech and media, depending on your interests and experience.

Discover example host organizations >
: Programs typically run from 4 to 24 weeks, with start dates available year-round.
: You don't necessarily need a business degree or previous start-up experience to apply for an entrepreneurship internship in New York. The right qualifications will depend on the internship placement, but relevant studies in business, entrepreneurship, economics or a related subject can be useful.

Transferable skills such as adaptability, initiative, communication and comfort with ambiguity can also help you succeed in a start-up environment. Your placement is matched to your experience, interests and career goals.
: To get an entrepreneurship internship in New York, start by identifying which side of start-up life interests you most, whether that's growth, fundraising, product or venture capital, and consider how your education, skills and experience line up with it.

You can then apply for an internship program and discuss your career goals, interests and placement preferences during the application process. At The Intern Group, you'll complete an online application and interview before working with the team to secure an entrepreneurship internship that matches your profile and goals.

Realize your potential with an international internship

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Apply online

Complete our simple application form and tell us about your passions, qualifications, and experiential requirements.
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Interview

If your interview is successful, confirm your enrollment with a tuition deposit.
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Secure your internship

Collaborate in the internship placement process & accelerate your career.