New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

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From Annoying Coworkers to Unexpected Dog Sitting, NYU Students Recount Their Worst Internship Experiences

NYU students reveal the harsh realities that sometimes lie behind landing a coveted internship.
Valerie Stepanova, Contributing Writer April 16, 2019

Overheard whispers of internships with Goldman Sachs and brands like Dior, Celine and Hermès stir an internal desperation within NYU students who just want a job anywhere —...

New York State Bar Association Committee on Ethics recently voted on charging clients of New York law firms for the work of unpaid interns.

NY Law Firms Charge for Interns

Yorai Vardi, Contributing Writer September 6, 2016
NYU Law students speak out on a recent New York State Bar Association ruling that declared law firms may bill their clients for the work of unpaid interns.
Unpaid internships vital for international, undocumented students

Unpaid internships vital for international, undocumented students

Felipe De La Hoz, Contributing Columnist September 2, 2014
Eliminating unpaid internships compromises international students' ability to gain work experience.
James Kelleher/WSN

Unpaid internships do not adhere to Dept. of Labor standards

September 3, 2013
Unpaid internships with nonprofits would yield less problems for students than those with large, for-profit corporations.