Summer internships can make your average, high-achieving, New York City kid really stand out from the rest of the equally high-achieving pack when it's time to apply to college. In an era when applications have become increasingly competitive—leaving schools to look for more than good grades, great test scores, an outstanding essay, and a list of after-school activities—these summer internships in NYC offer kids hands-on, real-world experience, and some even include leadership opportunities.

NYC summer internships come in various forms, paid and unpaid, regular and intermittent, educational and creative, with some also offering school or volunteer credit. The primary thing teen summer internships in NYC tend to have in common is that the application due dates are usually long before most teens have started thinking about their summer—or college—plans.

To make sure your teens don’t miss out on any opportunities, we've rounded up 17 great summer internships in NYC for teens. Most are accepting applications now. Find more teen-friendly happenings in our Teen Guide to NYC.

Find family-friendly eats for the right price at these CT spots!

Find great spots around Boston for a budget-friendly family meal!

Dining out as a family can be pricey, so it's important to find cheap places to eat in Atlanta (that are also tasty, of course)! We've focused on yummy, affordable restaurants in Atlanta that will make tummies, and wallets, happy. These Atlanta spots have kid-approved meals under $10, so keep reading to find out more where to save money for a fun night out!

Eating out at family restaurants in Orlando can get expensive fast, especially if you’re anywhere near the theme parks or tourist corridors. As a local parent, I’ve learned the hard way that “family-friendly” doesn’t always mean budget-friendly. But if you know where to look, there are still plenty of cheap places to eat in Orlando where kids are happy and the bill doesn’t sting.

Every spot on this list offers kid-approved meals under $10, and is a place locals actually recommend. You’ll find classic comfort food, international flavors, quick bites, and a few “weird but fun” picks your kids will remember.

Good local food at even better prices. 

Free things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth—what? Yup, you heard that right!

When I moved to North Texas in 2013, I was blown away by the number of attractions, activities, tours, and events in DFW that cost absolutely nothing. Being a mom on a budget with two young kids meant I was constantly looking for ways to keep them engaged without putting stress on my wallet; I can say to this day, I haven't ever been disappointed when I look for affordable fun for my family in DFW. So save your cash for summer camps, theme parks, and Cowboys games, and take advantage of all the free things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth with kids.

The metroplex definitely lives up to that whole “everything is bigger in Texas” thing; even if you’ve lived here your entire life, we’re betting there are some boxes you haven’t checked when it comes to family fun in Dallas-Fort Worth. So scroll through this list, make your plans, and have a blast, ya’ll!

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Where Can Families Eat Well for Cheap in Los Angeles? 

I always say that my favorite restaurant is the one I've never been to, but as a mom of four, eating out can get really expensive, really fast. Even a trip to Chick-fil-A can run around $65 if we let our growing boys go all-in with a Chicken Sandwich meal. Many families opt to eat at home when their kids start to get older, and the dinner bill increases, but my husband and I are dedicated adventure diners. So, when we do get out to try a new spot, and the kiddos are with us, cheap eats are our jam! 

I've compiled a list of some of my favorite affordable restaurants for kids in Los Angeles. These hidden gems are tried and true; spots that my kids love, and our bank account loves even more. You'll encounter some local favorites and some awesome, offbeat finds (one of these restaurants is actually run by robots). Read on for some of the best budget eats in Los Angeles.