Student Intern - External Relations & Business Development
DASNY, Albany, NY, United States
Student Intern - External Relations & Business Development
Job Category:
Other Professionals
Requisition Number:
STUDE001670
Posted: February 27, 2026
Full-Time
On-site
Locations Showing 1 location
Albany, NY 12207, USA
Description Position Title:
Student Intern - External Relations & Business Development
Internship Duration:
May-August 2026
Hiring Rate:
$20/hr.
Location:
Albany, NY
Last Revised:
February 23, 2026
Nature and Scope
DASNY is New York State’s capital development authority and provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions that serve the public good. DASNY is composed of five major divisions: Construction, Counsel’s Office, Executive Direction, Finance, and Public Finance & Portfolio Monitoring. The student intern is a part of the Executive Direction Division.
Primary Purpose
Under the supervision of the Director, Strategic Communication & Business Development, the student intern will assist in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, market research, and public policy analysis.
Essential Functions
Assist with market research and analysis to support business development initiatives, external partnerships, and identification of industry trends and emerging opportunities.
Monitor legislative and policy developments that impact DASNY’s operations and business development activities.
Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials, and assist with data tracking and spreadsheet maintenance to support business development and outreach efforts.
Help coordinate outreach efforts with key stakeholders and partners.
Perform administrative tasks to support the team’s initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be a matriculated undergraduate (Freshman level or above) or graduate college student working toward a degree in Business, Political Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Interest in government affairs, public policy, and business development
Excellent communication and organizational abilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Other Professionals
Requisition Number:
STUDE001670
Posted: February 27, 2026
Full-Time
On-site
Locations Showing 1 location
Albany, NY 12207, USA
Description Position Title:
Student Intern - External Relations & Business Development
Internship Duration:
May-August 2026
Hiring Rate:
$20/hr.
Location:
Albany, NY
Last Revised:
February 23, 2026
Nature and Scope
DASNY is New York State’s capital development authority and provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions that serve the public good. DASNY is composed of five major divisions: Construction, Counsel’s Office, Executive Direction, Finance, and Public Finance & Portfolio Monitoring. The student intern is a part of the Executive Direction Division.
Primary Purpose
Under the supervision of the Director, Strategic Communication & Business Development, the student intern will assist in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, market research, and public policy analysis.
Essential Functions
Assist with market research and analysis to support business development initiatives, external partnerships, and identification of industry trends and emerging opportunities.
Monitor legislative and policy developments that impact DASNY’s operations and business development activities.
Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials, and assist with data tracking and spreadsheet maintenance to support business development and outreach efforts.
Help coordinate outreach efforts with key stakeholders and partners.
Perform administrative tasks to support the team’s initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be a matriculated undergraduate (Freshman level or above) or graduate college student working toward a degree in Business, Political Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Interest in government affairs, public policy, and business development
Excellent communication and organizational abilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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