John Jay College Department of Public Management

09/24/2026

Interested in gaining experience in emergency management? FEMA Region 2 is seeking student volunteers!

Undergraduate juniors and seniors and graduate students can work with FEMA staff on projects that may include disaster recovery, community engagement, planning, and GIS. The program is unpaid and requires at least 15 hours per week, including one day at FEMA’s New York City office. Students must be U.S. citizens and complete a background investigation before starting.

To learn more, contact Mark Strohoefer at [email protected] or 732-977-1666.

Please share with a student who may be interested!

09/17/2026

🎓 Advance Your Career with an Online MPA from John Jay College

Ready to lead, serve, and make a difference?

The Master of Public Administration Program at John Jay College now offers an online learning option designed to make graduate education more accessible to working professionals and students balancing multiple responsibilities.

Through the online modality, students can:

✅ Complete coursework with greater flexibility
✅ Learn from experienced faculty and public-sector professionals
✅ Build skills in leadership, management, policy analysis, budgeting, and decision-making
✅ Connect with a diverse community of future public-service leaders
✅ Prepare for careers in government, nonprofit organizations, public policy, and public administration

Earn a respected MPA degree while continuing to meet your professional and personal commitments.

Take the next step toward becoming an effective public-service leader. Apply to the John Jay College MPA Program today!

🔗 Learn more and apply: https://www.jjay.cuny.edu/academics/graduate-programs/mas-public-administration
📧 Questions? Contact us at: [email protected]

John Jay College of Criminal Justice MAs in Public Administration

09/15/2026

Thank you to the ASPA team for visiting us and engaging in such a thoughtful and productive conversation. We appreciated the opportunity to discuss our shared commitment to public service education, professional development, and student success.

We look forward to deepening our institutional relationship and creating more opportunities for our students, faculty, and staff to connect with the broader public administration community.

09/14/2026

Volunteer Research Internship Opportunity for John Jay College MPA Students

The Institute for Social Equity & Sustainability is seeking a motivated Volunteer Research Intern to support research focused on gender equity and workforce advancement.

This opportunity is ideal for students and early-career professionals interested in social science research, public policy, grant development, or the nonprofit sector.

Position Details:

📍 Location: Remote
⏰ Commitment: Approximately 10 hours per week with a flexible schedule
📅 Duration: 6 to 12 months
💼 Type: Unpaid volunteer internship
🎓 Academic Credit: Eligible students may earn course credit by completing PAD 780

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify grant, fellowship, and funding opportunities
• Assist with grant applications, narratives, supporting documents, and deadline tracking
• Conduct background research on policies, organizations, and key stakeholders
• Support data collection, literature reviews, and research materials
• Provide administrative and coordination support for research projects

Qualifications:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Interest in gender equity, workforce policy, or nonprofit research
• Ability to conduct independent research and organize basic data
• Grant writing or fundraising research experience is helpful but not required

What You’ll Gain:

• Direct mentorship from nonprofit research professionals
• Practical experience in research methods, grant writing, and funding strategy
• Exposure to nonprofit policy and advocacy work
• An opportunity to contribute to research with real-world policy impact
• A letter of recommendation and/or professional reference upon successful completion

Learn more about the organization: https://www.ises-nj.org/

Interested students should contact Professor D’Agostino at [email protected].

09/10/2026

🎓 ADVANCE YOUR PUBLIC SERVICE CAREER

Earn Your Master of Public Administration at John Jay College

Are you ready to take the next step in government, nonprofit leadership, public policy, or public-sector management?

An MPA from John Jay College can help you:

• Strengthen your leadership and management skills
• Prepare for promotions and higher-level positions
• Expand your career opportunities in public service
• Increase your long-term salary potential
• Build a professional network committed to serving communities

Whether you are beginning your career or preparing to move into leadership, the MPA program can provide the knowledge and credentials needed to advance.

TURN YOUR COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC SERVICE INTO CAREER GROWTH.

Learn more and apply today: https://welcome.jjay.cuny.edu/apply/

09/03/2026

Calling all John Jay College MPA Students!

We are pleased to share an opportunity for eligible students to attend the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) Annual Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Applicants must be enrolled in the MPA program during both Fall 2026 and Spring 2027. Selected students will receive funding for conference registration, airfare, and three nights of shared hotel accommodations. Students will be responsible for meals and local transportation.

To apply, please email the following documents to Dr. Simone Martin-Howard at [email protected] by Friday, September 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.:

- A one-paragraph summary of your research topic aligned with one of the conference tracks listed in the attached announcement
- A one-page statement of interest
- Your résumé

Selected applicants will be invited to a Zoom interview during the week of September 13. A maximum of five to six students will be chosen.

08/30/2026

Welcome to Fall 2026! 🍂📚

The John Jay College Department of Public Management and the MPA Program are excited to welcome our new and returning students. We look forward to a semester filled with learning, professional growth, meaningful connections, and new opportunities.

Together, let’s continue preparing the next generation of public service leaders. Wishing everyone a successful and rewarding semester!

08/21/2026

Interested in federal law enforcement and financial investigation? IRS Criminal Investigation (CI) currently has an open vacancy available for FEFF students. Please review the position requirements and submit your application at https://lnkd.in/e2_YqSYb before August 27.‼️ 🏛️ 💼

08/03/2026

Eager to learn about Emergency Medical Services (EMS) administration and oversight while gaining insight into different system types, regulations, and laws governing EMS systems and providers? Register for ESA 114 - 01 with Chief Paul Miano! Offered in Fall 2026, Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:55 PM – 7:10 PM.

07/29/2026

Interested in learning about the application of policy analysis with a focus on real-world experience and the key institutions and participants involved in the process? Register for PAD 380-03 with Senator Erik Bottcher! Offered in Fall 2026, Tuesdays from 10:50 AM – 12:05 PM.