Summer 2026 Intern - Resident Director

About Bard NYC

Bard NYC is an undergraduate experiential learning study-away program in New York City that pairs academic study with pre-professional internships. Both semester and summer programs are offered. A semester combines 12–16 credits from a selection of unique interdisciplinary courses, including a core seminar, with an internship of 20–25 hours per week.

The experience is complemented by co-curricular and extracurricular programming that helps students explore career paths, build professional networks, and engage with the cultural and social life of New York City. The program builds on the success of the Bard Globalization and International Affairs program, which welcomed students from around the world for more than twenty years. Expanded academic and internship offerings allow students from a wide array of majors and career interests to participate. Bard NYC represents an enterprising intersection of academics and applied practice, grounded in academic rigor, creative and critical thinking, and a strong commitment to diversity, accessibility, and community.

Location

Living and working in Williamsburg, Brooklyn means being fully immersed in the energy, creativity, and culture of New York City. The neighborhood is known for its vibrant arts scene, diverse food culture, live music venues, waterfront parks, and independent cafés and shops, while still offering easy access to Manhattan via multiple subway lines and the East River ferry.

For summer interns, Williamsburg offers an ideal balance of urban excitement and neighborhood charm. Whether exploring local galleries or cafés, enjoying sunsets along the East River, trying new restaurants after work, or hopping on the subway to experience all that NYC has to offer, interns are placed at the center of it all. It is an excellent setting for emerging professionals seeking hands-on experience in higher education while fully experiencing life in one of the world’s most iconic cities.

Position Overview

The Summer Intern – Resident Director position at Bard NYC is a temporary live-in summer internship designed for graduate students interested in student life, residential life, housing operations, study-away programs, and student support within an urban, program-based environment.

This role provides hands-on experience supporting the Student Life Office, assisting residential students, managing daily operations, responding to resident needs, and collaborating closely with Student Life professional staff. The intern will gain exposure to housing operations, crisis response, policy enforcement, community engagement, and professional collaboration within a fast-paced summer residential program.

The Summer Intern – Resident Director reports to the Director of Student Life and Facilities Manager.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as a visible, supportive, and engaged presence.
• Assist with all summer move-ins, move-outs, and daily housing operations.
• Support enforcement of residential policies, including guest and safety policies.
• Respond to student concerns and conflicts.
• Conduct daily rounds of the building.
• Organize keys and conduct room inspections.
• Participating in emergency and crisis response an on-call rotation.
• Assist with incident documentation and follow-up.
• Support community-building efforts and engagement initiatives.
• Assist in planning and facilitating programming within the residence hall and local community.
• Addressing health and safety concerns and supporting students in distress through appropriate referrals.
• Identifying and sharing local events with students.
• Provide customer service support to residents and guests.
• Attend required meetings, trainings, and check-ins.
• Assisting with administrative tasks related to residence hall and community life.
• Support other departments and staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or entering a graduate program in a Higher Education,
• Student Affairs, Educational Leadership, Communications, or another related program.
• Interest in student affairs, study-away/study-abroad programs, residence life, housing, or student support roles.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn a new operational model.
• Willingness to work in an urban, fast-paced residential environment.

Dates, Time Commitment, and Compensation

• Appointment Dates: June 1 – August 14
• Time Commitment: 24–30 hours per week, including some nights and weekends, plus on-call responsibility.
• Housing: Provided on-site at the Williamsburg, Brooklyn campus
• Private room with private bathroom
• Kitchenette
• Fully furnished
• Compensation: $8,000.00 total stipend for the summer.

To apply please provide a cover letter, resume and the contact information for three professional references and apply on Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/183593

Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.