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LifeSci NYC is a $1 billion initiative to create 40,000 new jobs and establish New York City as the global leader in life sciences.

Led by New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), the City’s investment in life sciences will create, produce, and deliver dozens of new cures and treatments, generating thousands of new jobs for New Yorkers—making our city healthier and fairer.

The initiative includes three key areas: Talent, Research, and Space.

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Research
By The Numbers

$530M

For lab and incubator space construction

By The Numbers

$450M

To spur new research

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Space
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Talent
By The Numbers

$20M

To build a diverse pipeline of talent in NYC

For Students

The LifeSci NYC Internship Program is the City of New York's innovative, paid internship program to develop the city's next generation of life sciences leaders.

The program provides quality internships for undergraduate and graduate students, while providing host companies with diverse talent and support across scientific and business functions.

LifeSci NYC Interns

LifeSci NYC Internship Program

Preparing a diverse range of NYC students for careers in life sciences.

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For Industry

New York City’s life sciences ecosystem offers resources and opportunities across funding, space and talent. Our team, and our State partners at Empire State Development, are here to partner with companies large and small to help make connections in NYC.

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Expand and Grow in NYC

Resources, opportunities, incentives, and more.

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Contact Us

Visit: Contact LifeSci NYC

Get in touch about how to thrive and grow in NYC.

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