Did you know you can work with us and pay your tuition for up to one year?

Our longtime partnership with The Mexican Studies Institute (MSI) at The City University of New York allows students to intern with a partner nonprofit organization (like us!) and get their tuition paid for up to one year. Mauro Trejo, MSI Scholarship Program Coordinator, says this opportunity extends beyond the traditional internship experience. 

“Our main goal is to help our students develop professionally. This is more than just financially helping our students; it’s ensuring they grow and that they have the experience to jump into the work field once they graduate,” he tells us.

The CUNY Mexican Studies Institute has existed since 2012. Their scholarship program boasts a remarkable network of over 240 students, all across CUNY, many of whom already hold executive positions. Networking events are hosted annually, giving current students the chance to network with program alumni. 

We are so excited to welcome new Ariva interns and are delighted to hear about their experiences with us thus far:

“Our students appreciate the opportunity to get tax certified and provide free tax filing in NYC. They also enjoy interacting with the community one-on-one. I’ve had very nice reviews of Ariva and their internship experiences from my students,” says Mauro.

What can you expect from interning with us?

  • Become certified to offer free tax preparation in NYC
  • Get hands-on experience from our free financial counseling services in NYC
  • Learn what it’s like to work for a community tax organization that’s focused on financial empowerment. 

If you’re interested in having your tuition financed and working with our incredible team, we highly encourage you to learn more about CUNY MSI’s scholarship program. The program is open to all students in the five boroughs, regardless of language and nationality. Learn more here. Check out our volunteer and internship opportunities here.