[danshaffer]

you'll want to talk to local companies, although NYC is a big place. This trick works better in smaller towns. NASA is probably the way to go.
At bare minimum you'll need a closet to store your stuff in, and a classroom where you can work after school, however if you want to work at school, you'll probably need to have a teacher present.
Without a teacher, you'll probably be working in a garage or basement, as was said above.
8 would love to help you out, but we're a little far. Don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions, though. You've come to the right place!