Journal
Neighborhood guides, intern advice, and the occasional building dispatch.
Neighborhood · Apr 13, 2026 · 8 min read
A practical, non-touristy guide to the Upper West Side for interns and students — transit, food, coffee, parks, culture, and how to make a summer here feel like home.
Intern Housing · Apr 13, 2026 · 7 min read
A practical 2026 guide to finding intern housing in New York City: neighborhoods, formats, budgets, timelines, and the safety checklist every intern needs.
Intern Housing · Apr 13, 2026 · 6 min read
Why the Upper West Side is one of NYC's best neighborhoods for summer interns: commutes, food, parks, culture, and what to pack for a UWS summer.
Tour · Apr 13, 2026 · 7 min read
A walk through Amsterdam Residences at 205 & 207 West 85th Street — the block, the lobby, the rooms, the roof deck, and who the building is designed for.
Intern Housing · Apr 13, 2026 · 6 min read
A clear-eyed breakdown of furnished vs unfurnished intern housing in NYC — the hidden costs, what a good furnished room includes, and the right questions to ask.
Money · Apr 13, 2026 · 7 min read
A realistic summer intern budget for New York City: rent, food, transit, phone, fun money, and a 12-week scenario that keeps you from running out in August.
Neighborhood · Mar 18, 2026 · 2 min read
What a three-month stay on the Upper West Side actually looks like — the rhythm, the walks, the best morning routes.
Intern Housing · Feb 22, 2026 · 1 min read
A practical checklist for anyone searching for summer intern housing in New York — what to look for, what to skip, what to confirm before signing.
Neighborhood · Jan 30, 2026 · 2 min read
A case for choosing the UWS over other New York neighborhoods if you are spending a summer or semester interning in the city.
