Visiting Interns
Summer 2026
Thank you for your interest in summer intern housing at FIT. Below you will find all the information you need regarding registration, moving in, and your time here in NYC with us.
Applications are available beginning December 16, 2025 via our Intern Housing Portal.
Dates
- Application Opens: December 16, 2025
- Last Day to Apply: May 30, 2026 at 11:59PM
- Move In: June 6, 2026 10AM - 4PM EST.
- Move Out: August 8, 2026 no later than 2:00 pm EST.
Rates
- Kaufman Hall Single Studio Apartment: $7,000
- Alumni Hall Single Bedroom in 2 Person Shared Apartment: $6,000 per resident
- Kaufman Hall Double Studio Apartment: $5,000 per resident
- Alumni Hall Double Bedroom in 4 Person shared Apartment: $4,000 per resident
Payments are due at the time of application and may be made via Visa, Discover, or MasterCard through a secure online payment platform. FIT is unable to grant refunds for cancellations less than 4 weeks before the posted move in date.
Accommodations
Summer Interns may choose between to Residence Hall locations, Alumni Hall & Kaufman Hall.
Alumni Hall is located on W 27th Street and is composed of two bedrooms sharing a kitchen and bathroom. Accommodations offered are quad and double apartments. Alumni is steps away from the 1 Train and near the A,C,E
Kaufman Hall is located on W 31st Street and is composed of double and single studio apartments. Kaufman Hall has a fitness center, mailroom, and computer lounge in the building.
Both halls have 24/7 security on-site and a Residential Life Office.
Interns may request their desired room type and if applicable their desired roommate on the application. Exact room numbers will be provided at move in but the building and room type are guaranteed upon your application submission.
Frequently Asked Question
Any college or university student who has a confirmed internship in the NYC region is welcome to stay with us for the summer. Students must be 18 years of age and may be required to show proof of internship, enrollment at a higher education institution, and age.
Unfortunately, students may not arrive before the move in date or after the move out date. Students may arrive late or depart early but will not receive any proration to their rates.
Yes, you may have visitors overnight and during the day at no charge. Students are allowed a generous amount of overnight guest passes but not an unlimited amount and must register a guest with our All Star System. Guest policy information can be found in the contract closer to the application opening date.