Since 1948, the ILR School has worked with NYC policymakers, businesses, worker organizations, not-for-profits, and community groups to improve the workplace. Today, we continue to provide educational services, research, and guidance for addressing employment challenges – including the new realities created by the COVID-19 pandemic – facing NYC, New York State, and the world.
New York City, as a financial and cultural center, will be different from the pre-pandemic world. The 2021 elections are about the economic revival of NYC and the industries and jobs that thrive will be influenced by those public officials who are elected.
As a school committed to studying work and the workplace, as well as being a part of the NYC community, we at Cornell's ILR School are providing information on the elections to help you better understand the candidates' positions on work, labor, and employment.
Disclaimer: Cornell University does not participate in political campaigns on behalf of, or in opposition to, any candidate for public office. All candidates for the for the offices of Mayor, Public Advocate, and Comptroller are invited to respond to these questions on an equal basis, and the responses of all who choose to respond will be posted to this website.
As part of the NYC community, the work and research of the ILR faculty, staff, and students focus on NYC workplace and employment issues. Check out some of our latest projects.
ILR offers professional development education and a master's degree program for people and organizations in NYC. All of our programs are currently offered virtually. Follow the links to explore upcoming offerings.
ILR students work as interns and research fellows with organizations in NYC. Their projects and research provide organizations with valuable assistance, and the internships give ILR students critical real-life experiences for their future education and work life. For information on how to have ILR students work with you:
ILR Career Services offers terrific opportunities for employers to support ILR students' career interests while increasing their brand presence on campus.
ILR Internships offer sponsors an opportunity to have students work for a full semester and earn credit.
