Hello, Social Good Community!
As we start the Thanksgiving break, the Greene Center hopes you are able to slow down, rest, and give yourself the space to reset before finals begin. This part of the semester can feel intense, but taking even a short break can help you return with more clarity and energy. The days ahead are also a good time to look over any upcoming graduate school or internship deadlines, especially those that close in early or mid December. Balancing rest with a quick check-in on your goals can help you finish the semester in a strong and steady way.
URochester Internship Program
The Greene Center is excited to announce the launch of our URochester Internship Program that includes four elite programs for summer 2026. These programs offer financial support for returning undergraduate students who are interning in the Rochester area. These experiences are designed to provide you with valuable, hands-on experience in different industries and diverse roles. Students must apply individually to specific internship roles in Handshake, not the program itself. For more information, check out the URochester Internship Program website.
What you get:
- $3,000 – $10,000 stipend depending on the program
- Two summer excursions
- End-of-summer celebration
- Internship credit (with transcript notation)
- A dedicated career advisor
Applications for the Bond Scholar, Hire Rochester Scholar, and Ostrow/Newkirk Scholar programs are now open through Handshake. Deadlines vary based on the internship role. Apply now!
We encourage you to apply to any and all internship experiences that you’re interested in. Additional opportunities will be available in early 2026.
Featured Opportunities
Course Recommendation: ENT 230 – Ignite Impact Lab (Non-profit Philanthropy Lab)
In the Ignite Impact Lab, students learn philanthropy and social innovation by actively partnering with local nonprofits to strengthen their capacity and shape real grantmaking decisions. You’ll collaborate with community organizations, create strategic deliverables, and determine how to allocate thousands of dollars in funding to support meaingful change.
The course meets on M/W from 2-3:15pm, has no prerequisities, and also counts as an elective for the BA & BS in Business as well as the Business minor.
Environment New York Campaign Associate – Apply Today!
Environment New York is hiring an entry-level Campaign Associate in Rochester, NY to lead grassroots advocacy for environmental protections like renewable energy and waste reduction. Responsibilities include building coalitions, lobbying elected officials, generating media attention, and running fundraising campaigns to mobilize public support. This role offers comprehensive benefits and training in organizing and advocacy skills.
Hire Rochester – Human Rights Campaign: Interns for Equity – Apply Today!
As part of the 2026 Ostrow/Newkirk Internship Prgoram, this opportunity places students within the Human Rights Campaign and other LGBTQ+ supporting organizations nationwide. Interns for Equality work directly on issues that shape policy, commuications, community programs, and fundraising, all while receiving mentorship, skill-building workshops, and access to influential LGBTQ+ leaders. You’ll receive a powerful blend of professional experience, advocacy development, and community impact.
Brittney Campbell & Eugene Mont
Social Good Community
