Youth Program Planning Intern

About NYRR

New York Road Runners (NYRR) was founded in 1958 when a small group of passionate runners vowed to bring running to the people and has grown from a local running club into the world’s premier community running organization. NYRR’s mission is to help and inspire through running, aiming to empower people of all ages and abilities to improve their health and well-being through the power of running and fitness.

NYRR’s year-round offerings of races, community events, programs, and training resources provide hundreds of thousands of people with the motivation, know-how, and opportunities to start running and keep running for life. NYRR’s premier event, the famed TCS New York City Marathon, attracts the world’s top professional runners and committed amateurs alike, while also raising millions of dollars annually for charity and driving economic impact for New York City. NYRR is equally committed to the runners of tomorrow, passionately providing youth fitness programs that educate and inspire children in underserved communities in New York City, nationwide, and around the world.

Headquartered in New York City, NYRR is a 501(c)(3) organization. To learn more, please visit www.nyrr.org.

At New York Road Runners, we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace by finding the best candidate for the job. We understand that skills come from a variety of different backgrounds. Checking off every single requirement on our job description is not necessary to apply. If you think you are a good fit and have a passion for the work we do, please submit your application. We are eager to learn about your experience and skills! You may be the right candidate for this or other open positions.

New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About the Department

The Community Impact Department encompasses our Youth Programs, Community Programs and Youth Events. NYRR is one of the largest non-profit providers of youth and community fitness programming in New York City (with a growing national/international footprint). The Youth Program team develops, administers, and supports an evolving portfolio of youth running programs and resources used by schools, community centers, and families throughout New York City and nationwide. NYRR's flagship youth program, Rising New York Road Runners, brings the benefits of physical activity to various sites to

help children develop the ability, confidence, and desire to be physically active for life. The Community Program team develops, administers, and supports a comprehensive portfolio of programs including our renowned NYRR Striders walking/fitness program for older adults, our NYRR Open Run platform that provides free running and walking racing, and community-building opportunities in parks across the city, and bespoke programs such as NYRR Run for the Future and Youth Ambassadors that provide deep engagement and lifelong skills such as running techniques and public speaking. The Youth Events team

oversees the development and execution of over 35 Rising NYRR events per year, including events associated with our Five-Borough Series and the TCS New York City Marathon, each serving 100-1000 or more participants, and the support of other youth and community-based efforts.

About the Internship

The New York Road Runners Internship program is a paid, 21-week experience in which interns have the opportunity to learn from the best in the non-profit business. Interns will work collaboratively with professionals in their field of study and will have opportunities to network across the organization. The program will include professional development events and a chance to make a direct impact on the communities in New York City by working select events. Interns will receive onboarding and training to learn about NYRR and gain the knowledge needed to best perform in their role.

Internship dates will be Monday, June 15, 2026 to Friday, November 13, 2026.

The Program Planning Intern will play an important role in supporting the youth program team with project coordination, administrative tasks, research, and contributing new ideas and perspectives to enhance program growth. The role is well suited for an organized, detail-oriented and community minded individual interested in youth programming, youth development, and program administration.

Intern Responsibilities (primary and secondary duties):

• Program Planning Administration
  • Provide administrative planning support to youth program team in preparation for the 25-26 school year
  • Support administration planning for the fall NYCPS grant initiative
  • Assist with program data tracking, reporting and progress monitoring to support the coordination of onboarding for NYCPS fall grant sites
• Communication and Marketing
  • Assist with reviewing and developing marketing assets for NYCPS Grant Initiative and other youth program materials
  • Support with brief submission for marketing assets
  • Assist with the development of the On the Rise newsletter for NYCPS Grant Initiative
• Data Analysis
  • Support the planning and review of research study dissemination
  • Assist with compiling insights from study
  • Provide ideas and feedback on resource integration
• Events
  • Assist with school registration at weekend events – Cross Country events, Jamboree, and Kids Kick Off
  • Provide prep and day of support for the Shoe Distribution event during marathon week
  • Support preparations for the Kids Kick Off event

Internship Hours:

• Interns will work 25 hours per week Monday through Friday.
• Interns are required to work the TCS New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 1st, as well two other weekend events (dates to be determined).
• Other weekend event-based work may be required and will be evaluated as needed based on position.

Internship Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Masters program working towards a degree in sports business or management, communications, non-profit leadership, community impact, social responsibility, or data analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work occasional weekends or evenings
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Punctual and dependable

Other Requirements:

• Knowledge of New York City Public schools preferred
• Experience working with youth or educational settings
• Travel within NYC as needed to conduct site visits and support events
• Undergo NYCPS security clearance procedures

Physical Requirements:

• The ability to be active, outside in the elements for the duration of event shifts

Salary: $22/hour