AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.
AHRC NYC's Advance & Earn program is seeking young adults who are between the ages of 17-24 yrs., looking to earn their GED and be placed in a Paid Internship position ($18/hr.). Internships are available in All Five Boroughs.
Enroll Now! The Fall Session starts September 2, 2025 through January 16, 2026. Participants without a high school diploma will take part in either the Pre-GED instruction or GED Preparation programs.
Classroom Location: 25 Victory Blvd, 3rd Floor, Staten Island (a short walk from the ferry).
Class Schedule 3-4 times per week.
The Program provides:
● The opportunity to earn your GED!
● Paid Internship in All Five Boroughs at $18/hour, Day Shift 15-20 hrs/wk., for up to 250 hours for HSE Track
● $240 Weekly Stipends for Pre-HSE Track
● Academic instruction to prepare for the GED exam
● Work readiness training
● Support to obtain needed services and benefits
● Job placement assistance
● Daily lunch and MetroCard
● In-person, small group sessions with individualized attention
● Industry credential attainment
● College and career preparation
● Counseling and social /emotional support
Email our Team at: Advance@ahrcnyc.org Visit our Website: www.ahrcnyc.org/services/work/preparing/advance-earn
Skim through our informational video to see if the Advance & Earn GED program aligns with your goals: https://youtu.be/S0FhFqJboHw-si=mO4s37KN7-HGo3wr
● Must be 17 to 24 years old
● Must live in any of the five boroughs of New York City
● Must be out of school and have no high school diploma
● Must be unemployed, or working less than 25 hours per week
● Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Benefits:
● Professional development assistance
● Academic instruction to prepare for the GED exam
● Work readiness training
● Support to obtain needed services and benefits
● Job placement assistance
Application Questions: Application questions will be sent as a template message by the recruiter once a person has applied.
AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.
AHRC New York City is a Chapter of The Arc New York.
Our Vision
A socially just world where the power of difference is embraced, valued and celebrated.
Our Mission
Advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.
Equity for People with Disabilities
We’re fiercely committed to achieving equity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in New York City.
At AHRC New York City we support more than 15,000 people annually under our guiding principle of equity for people with disabilities. We uphold the highest standards in supporting people to lead full and equitable lives and are part of a social justice movement grounded in our common humanity.
Our 5,000 staff are devoted to the highest levels of excellence and innovation in all aspects of their work to actively create a world where the power of difference is embraced, valued and celebrated.
We’re meeting our objectives by not only providing supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, but by also calling for change in legislation and public policy, and advocating for better education, living arrangements, prospects for work and fuller lives in the community.
We’re an over 75-year-old family governed organization, among the very best champions for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in New York City and beyond.
The number of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities is great as are the inequities they face in a world that still perpetuates an “us and them” mentality.
Now more than ever, we call upon government, corporations, foundations and the public to join us so we can effectively advocate and achieve equity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
