Internal Affairs and Discipline Investigative Intern

At the NYC Department of Buildings, we are responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code and Zoning Resolution. We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. As an Agency, we are committed to remaining a premier municipal building organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our city safer. As an employer, we are committed to improving our performance and developing procedures that are streamlined, understandable, and transparent.

About the Team

The Internal Affairs and Discipline (IAD) Unit manages non-criminal allegations of employee misconduct, identifies and investigates low-performing employees, and disciplines those engaged in misconduct. The unit also conducts background investigations on newly hired and prospective Department employees, provides mandatory integrity training to new employees, and conducts routine quality assurance checks of inspectors in the field. Additionally, the unit works closely with the Department of Investigation (DOI) to help maintain the integrity of the Department.

NOTE: This summer internship is for up to 13 weeks, starting from the first day of the internship and ending no later than September 5, 2025. Interns are expected to work 35 hours per week in person.

Position Responsibilities

- The intern will, under direction and supervision of the Chief Investigator, Internal Affairs and Discipline
- Assist investigative staff in managing caseloads involving complaints of employee misconduct and conducting employee background investigations.
- Receive, draft, and report complaints taken from the general public, 311, DOB employees, and referrals from other government agencies.
- Draft summaries, research memoranda, and other lengthy reports.
- Perform special projects assigned by the Director or Deputy Director.


Major/ Field of Study
- Law, Criminal Justice, or a related field.

SUMMER COLLEGE INTERN - 10234

As of June of the Program year the prospective interne must be a student matriculated in a college or be a recent college graduate (winter/spring term of the Program year).
NOTE: Appointment to this title is only valid for the duration of the Program, June - August each year.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.