“I felt like I was in it, in the movement. That feeling of belonging is really powerful. Most importantly, it gave me tools and tactics, and helped me prioritize those tactics.” – Spring 2012 Union Semester participant

Spend your next semester in the NYC Labor Movement!

New York Union Semester pairs students with union internships and Labor Studies classes. Learn, organize, advocate, critique, share, empower.

• Participate four days a week in an internship with a union or worker organization in New York City.
• Take in Labor Studies courses at the Murphy Institute and earn a Certificate in Labor Studies from the CUNY School of Professional Studies.
• Take advantage of many networking opportunities in the labor movement and get to know the New York City labor movement from the inside.
• Earn a living stipend and scholarship to help cover costs of tuition (all in-state), fees and living expenses.
While we accept applications on a rolling basis, you should submit your application and other application materials by June 12th, if you are applying for the Fall Semester.

Find more information and the application at www.unionsemester.org.

See the video from our Google Hangout May 13. 

Spend your next semester where academics and activism intersect.