How do I get an Internship?

These are methods to help you find the right internship for you.

• Spend some time thinking about what type of internship experience you are interested in completing
• Brainstorm a list of organizations you would like to intern.  
• Meet with your academic department's Internship Coordinator
• Talk to potential employers at career and internship fairs.
• Remember, if you do not find an internship experience listed with the organization you're interested in, go directly to the source and inquire further!  Visiting the employer website can provide you with details on any internship programs they may have, or provide you with the information you need to inquire further.
• Don't forget to check on LinkedIn as well, where you can search for internship and entry-level job postings with companies related to people in your LinkedIn network.
• Reach out to your network via an informational interview, and make sure you ask where the person you are interviewing would recommend starting to look for internships in your field of interest.
• Make sure to fill out all of your paperwork correctly when applying for a posted internship! 
• Need more help?  Check out all the different ways that the Career Development Center can assist you!
• Check out the organizations’ websites and learn about their mission, noteworthy items that have been in the news, new program developments, and staff members.
• Handshake is a great resource for researching organizations that are specifically invested in Minnesota State Mankato students (See link to Video/Screencast below)
• Talk with people in your network to see if anyone has additional information about the organization you are interested in—often they have the “off the record” scoop and you can learn a lot from trusted sources.
• Keep organized notes on your findings to use as a resource in the application and interview process.
• Utilize your notes to form solid questions that you will ask at the end of your interview. You will impress them if you say “Upon doing some research, I found ____. Can you tell me more about this?”
• In any interactions with employers, know that they are the experts. Approach conversations with curiosity, not authority.

   

  Current Internship Openings

  Engineering Internship Program

  Engineering Internship ProgramStatements of Work Program ObjectiveSupport the mechanical engineering and manufacturing teams by improving the accuracy, completeness, and usability of assembly documentation for hardware builds and production processes. Scope of Work• Review released mechanical drawings, bill of materials (BOMs), assembly instructions, and related documentation for completeness and accuracy.• Observe hardware assembly activity on the production floor to understand actual build flow, tooling usage, and technician work practices.• Document step-by-step assembly procedures for mechanical subassemblies and finished products.• Identify discrepancies between released documentation and actual assembly methods, tooling requirements, or sequence dependencies.• Support engineers in updating CAD models, drawings, work instructions, and supporting manufacturing documentation.• Organize documentation to improve repeatability, training efficiency, and production readiness.Deliverables• Revised assembly documentation packages.• Standardized work instructions for production use.• Process documentation to support technician onboarding and cross-training.• Supplemental training materials, including written guides, marked-up visuals, or basic video references.SupervisionDirector of Engineering / Mechanical Engineering Team  SOW 2 | Electrical Engineering Intern - Hardware Validation and Test Engineering SupportProgram ObjectiveSupport the electrical and RF engineering teams in validating hardware performance, executing electrical tests, and improving test documentation for microwave and related electronic systems.Scope of Work• Assist engineers with bench testing of circuit boards, modules, and subsystems.• Support setup, execution, and documentation of electrical validation tests for new and existing hardware.• Perform basic signal measurement, troubleshooting, and data collection using standard laboratory instrumentation.• Assist with debugging activities under engineer supervision, including verification of power, signal integrity, and functional performance.• Document test configurations, procedures, results, and observed anomalies.• Contribute to the refinement of repeatable test methods and engineering validation processes.Deliverables• Test reports summarizing setup, results, and observations.• Updated validation procedures and bench test documentation.• Organized measurement logs and supporting engineering data.• Summary analysis of subsystem or system performance trends.SupervisionElectrical Engineering / RF Engineering Team  SOW 3 | Software / Automation Intern - Engineering Automation and Internal Tools DevelopmentProgram ObjectiveSupport engineering efficiency and data visibility through the development of internal software utilities, automation scripts, and lightweight tools for technical workflows.Scope of Work• Develop or enhance internal dashboards, scripts, or utilities used by engineering teams.• Support analysis, formatting, and visualization of engineering data sets.• Assist with software tools used in test execution, data capture, reporting, or documentation control.• Build simple internal applications, database tools, or workflow aids to improve team productivity.• Help automate repetitive engineering tasks where appropriate.• Document tool functionality, inputs, outputs, and intended use for internal users.Deliverables• Internal-use software tools, dashboards, or workflow utilities.• Automation scripts for recurring engineering or reporting tasks.• Documentation and user instructions for developed tools.• Basic validation or test records demonstrating tool functionality.SupervisionSoftware Engineering / Systems Engineering Team      

  Engineering Internship

  Role OverviewAs an Engineering intern, you will support the product team by helping to bridge the gap between high-level feature strategy and technical execution. This role is designed for a proactive developer who wants to contribute to the full lifecycle of a product, from brainstorming the roadmap to deploying production-ready code. Key ResponsibilitiesYou will contribute across the following areas, depending on your profile:Product Strategy & Roadmapping: Collaborate with the team to define feature priorities and assist in building a technical roadmap.Full-Stack Development: Build, test, and deploy end-to-end features using a modern web stack.Maintenance & Quality Assurance: Proactively identify, triage, and resolve bugs across the frontend and backend.Research & Development (R&D): Assist in exploring new technologies, specifically focusing on AI integration and performance optimisation.                                              Necessary skills that will be built onTo get the most out of this opportunity, you’ll need:Strong understanding of TypeScript: understanding of type safety across the entire stack.Experience building functional interfaces with React, Mantine and inline CSS.Backend Knowledge: Familiarity with Node.js and the tRPC framework for type-safe APIs.Database Management: Ability to work with relational databases, specifically PostgreSQL.Problem-Solving: A methodical approach to debugging and architectural thinking.Preferred "Nice-to-Have" SkillsAI Engineering: Experience with Vercel AI SDK or similar libraries.Prompt Engineering: Ability to craft and iterate on prompts to elicit specific LLM behaviours.AI Fundamentals: A conceptual understanding of embeddings, vector databases, and how LLMs process data. Who You AreWe are looking for more than just a coder; we are looking for a problem solver with new ideas who is eager to learn.A Fast & Fearless Learner: You don’t wait for a manual. You enjoy diving into new libraries or frameworks (like tRPC or Vercel AI) and can get up to speed in days, not weeks.Impact-Driven: You aren't just writing lines of code; you are keen to build systems that make a tangible impact, specifically helping organisations unlock and use their internal knowledge more effectively.Pragmatically Inventive: You have the creativity to dream up "moonshot" features but the discipline to choose the simplest, most effective way to ship them. A Systems Thinker: You enjoy the "big picture." You're interested in how data flows from a Postgres database through a tRPC layer and into a React component - and how that entire flow serves the end user.Innovative & Proactive: You don't just wait for tasks. You identify bottlenecks, suggest R&D experiments, and are always looking for ways to integrate AI to solve "human" problems. What We OfferA hands-on learning experience in software engineering and innovation.Networking and mentorship within Propel’s international ecosystem.Flexible, remote work environment. How to ApplySend your CV, Letter of Motivation, and Portfolio (if available) to careers@propelapp.org. The role is full- or part-time for at least 6 months. Questions? Reach us at info@propelapp.org or check out the full description on our website.

  Trainee Event Coordinator

  Mission – Why we exist, what we do, and why we need youSpotMe is a leading B2B event platform that helps enterprises increase the impact of their events by delivering CRM-connected, high-quality experiences across in-person, virtual, hybrid events, and webinars. With a strong focus on life sciences, SpotMe powers Onomi: an HCP engagement product that enables medical and commercial teams to run impactful congresses, symposia, advisory boards, and webinars. Together, SpotMe and Onomi turn events into a company’s most effective engagement channel.This position is the ideal role for someone who is looking to start their career in event delivery, with direct, hands-on involvement supporting the delivery of event projects alongside a team of event experts. Working with an impressive variety of Life Science, Professional Services and other Enterprise clients you'll gain valuable experience delivering in-person, remote, and hybrid events. As an event coordinator you will be successfully supporting high volumes of events, mentored by project leads, with supervision from a Project Manager. This will involve independently supporting Project lead by configuring platforms through our CMS to maximize end participants' experience, usage and satisfaction in alignment with our project’s requirements (30%). As you approach the live event, you’ll coordinate closely with project lead, vendors, internal departments, and the customer to ensure seamless execution on event day. Responsibilities include badge printing, iPad sign-in, lead scanning, managing onsite AV and equipment, driving audience engagement, daily reporting to clients, and thoroughly reviewing apps to guarantee flawless delivery (35%). For the live event, you’ll ensure speakers are fully briefed and prepared, whether they’re presenting in a webinar, hosting a virtual session, or speaking onsite. You’ll oversee event live interactivities to ensure everything runs smoothly (30%). Following the event, you’ll support analyze event data, and deliver insightful reports and recommendations to the project lead, highlighting successes and identifying areas for future improvement (5%).You will appreciate operating at a fast pace on a variety of event types, with a customer-centric mindset and strong attention to detail, this role will make you part of our growing international team. Our most successful trainees progress to Event coordinators, Associate Project Manager or full-time Project Manager roles after successfully completing their 6-month internship, opening up further opportunities for career growth within the company. Traineeship period: Monday, August 10, 2026 - Friday, February 12, 2027 Objectives - The problems you will solveIn your first month, you will:Learn Backstage by getting onboarding with our SpotMe curriculum, and by embedding yourself in building platforms with your mentorBuild all of the content for standard features in Backstage with supervision, demonstrating quality follow-up emails and no errors in configuration found during the Project ReviewsDeliver 2 live event days*, as Event coordinator (Onsite or Remote)Be trained and take part in an on-site logistics evaluationBy Month 3, you will:Have delivered at least 10 live event days*  as Event coordinator (Onsite or Remote) with some positive feedback from your customersHave delivered at least 2 onsite events with Onsite logistics features as Event coordinator (Onsite).Build all of the content for standard features in Backstage with minimal supervision, demonstrating quality follow-up emails and no errors in configuration found during the Project ReviewsBy Month 6:Deliver at least 20 live event days* (a mix of virtual and onsite), as Live coordinator or Onsite coordinator while maintaining minimum levels of CES at ≥4.5 and sNPS at ≥60%Have delivered at least 5 onsite events with Onsite logistics features as Lead Onsite coordinator.Have kicked off at least 2 small-scale event as the Project Lead and manage the Kick Off call with timely client communication, and displaying sound technical knowledge of the event requirementBuild all of the content for advanced features in Backstage with supervision, demonstrating quality follow-up emails and no errors in configuration found during the Project Reviews*Live event days are defined as a live day, or part day, for an event delivered either remotely or onsite as part of a longer duration eventWhat you need to be great at:Client empathy with business sensibility: You have a sense for understanding client needs and priorities. You spot opportunities to add value and guide clients toward practical, impactful solutions.Detail-oriented, high standards, no excuses: You take ownership of quality and precision in everything you do. You anticipate and proactively address issues, and always ensure deliverables meet the highest standards.Can-do mindset and curiosity: You approach challenges with positivity and persistence, always seeking to learn and improve.Tech-savvy and adaptable: You are at ease with computers, standard software (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), and emerging technologies and you are able to quickly learn new platforms and troubleshoot challenges to ensure smooth operations.Resilient and willing to travel: The event industry is not 9-5, you need to be flexible and go above and beyond. This role requires travel frequently, which is something we need candidates to be aligned with.What we are most curious about:Describe a project or experience where you had to take ownership and learn as you went.Can you give an example of a time you quickly learned a new platform, tool, or system? How did you ensure you understood it thoroughly?Tell us about an event - whether you helped organise it or simply attended. What was your role/experience and what did you learn from it that you could apply to delivering successful events? Requirements:Fluency in English, both written and spoken.Fluency in French, German, or Spanish is an advantage.Previous experience in the event industry, or hospitality is a plus.10 days paid leave to be taken from Monday, February 2, 2026 to Friday, July 31, 2026Applicants must be based in Chicago area and be legally authorized to work in the US.Hybrid position with onboarding in the company office (100% at the office on month 1 and 3 days per week for the rest of the internshipThe position requires an average of 2 onsite events per month, representing ~10 days abroad.Remuneration of 3000 USD.SpotMe recruits, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, parental status, or veteran status. 

  Community Planning & Development Intern

  Help shape the future of Berkshire County while gaining hands-on experience supporting local planning projects for municipalities across the region! This internship is an ideal opportunity for students interested in community development, public service, and the future of small-town and rural communities.  To Apply: Complete an online application via our website. General questions can be directed to work@berkshireplanning.org. Application review begins April 8, 2026.Download Application MaterialsSubmit Online Application​​Community Planning & Development Intern​ – ​Summer 2026​ ​​35​ hours per week, for 12 weeks. Hybrid.  General Description ​​BRPC works directly with our 32 communities on a variety of Community Planning and Development projects including zoning bylaws, comprehensive planning, open space and recreation plans, housing production plans, and grant administration. This position will support a broad swath of this important work through data collection, report writing, community meeting engagement, among other tasks to support this work. ​  Responsibilities Support the logistical, administrative, and organizational needs of select projects within Community Planning and Development projects.  Assist with data collection and analysis for housing production plans, open space and recreation plans, and grant applications.  Engage community stakeholders and conduct outreach as needed. Conduct research on planning and housing initiatives in other destination-type communities like Berkshire County.    Minimum Qualifications Successful candidates are organized, detail-oriented, self-directed, and strong written and oral communicators. Familiarity with Berkshire County communities and unique challenges is a benefit. Applications must have a valid driver’s license and access to transportation for potential fieldwork. Must have working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.   Preferred Qualifications Ideal candidates will have knowledge of planning concepts, specifically in the context of Massachusetts and New England. In addition, any experience working with Commonwealth and Federal grant programs is a benefit. Self-starting and motivated is key.  Compensation This internship has an expected pay rate of $15.00-$27.00 per hour, based on education and experience. 

  Wildlife Rehabilitation Internship

  SPRING AND SUMMER 2026 POSITIONS FULL - Late Summer Available!Wildlife Rehabilitation Internship Program Second Chance Wildlife Center is a non-profit charitable organization whose mission is to care for sick, injured, or orphaned wildlife, with the goal of release back into the wild. SCWC’s Wildlife Rehabilitation Internship Program offers current college students as well as college graduates the opportunity to play a vital role at our clinic by helping raise and rehabilitate the 2,700+ animals admitted for care each year.  Over the course of this internship, participants will learn: Husbandry for birds, mammals, and reptiles in rehabilitative care, including preparing diets, cleaning and setting up enclosures, providing enrichment, etc. Basic handling and proper restraint of patients during feeding, as well as occasionally during treatments, exams, and transport  Identification of various avian, mammalian, and reptilian species, including determination of sex as well as basic physiology and anatomy as it pertains to rehabilitation and wildlife medicine How to observe and interpret animal behavior in captive and natural settings Common wildlife injuries, zoonotic diseases, and parasites Common causes for admission and the general treatment plans for various ailments, injuries, and illness The requirements for and process of conditioning and assessing patients for release, with the possibility of participating in releases Communication skills helpful in educating and advising the public on human-wildlife conflicts How to stay organized and multitask in a busy (and often hectic) environment A wider variety of experiences can also be gained from our program depending on the intern’s interests and experience, the season during which they participate, and their individual skillsets. Although many of these skills are taught through formal training by SCWC staff, the extent and depth of learning about the above topics will also be driven by an intern’s personal engagement, initiative, and inquiry. Internships are a minimum of 10-12 consecutive weeks, with the ability to extend upon request. They are typically 3 days/week for 8 hours/day, especially during our Summer cohort. For students attending classes alongside this internship, or graduates with full-time jobs, the number of hours worked per week may be adjusted upon request, with a minimum of 8 hours/week required. One weekend day is typically required for any internship. Shifts either start at 7:30am, or end at 9pm (for example, 8-hour shifts would be 7:30am-3:30pm or 1pm-9pm). Interns working multiple days per week will be scheduled for at least one of each shift.  Our hospital operates 7 days a week, 365 days a year to ensure non-disrupted daily care for all of our patients. While internships may be available year-round, the most common cohorts are: Spring (begins mid-March or April) Summer (begins May or June) Late Summer/Early Fall (begins late July or August) Applicants must indicate on their applications in which season they wish to participate. Note that applications are accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled, so applications should be submitted as early as possible. Summer internships are especially popular, and applicants are encouraged to plan accordingly. INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS: Completion of at least one semester of undergraduate study  Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under stressful conditions Dependability, punctuality, and the ability to commit to their assigned schedule for at least 10 consecutive weeks Ability to comprehend and closely follow complex instructions, both written and verbal  Ability to work in an efficient, effective, and timely manner Ability to work well independently and as part of a team Strong self-motivation, initiative, and work ethic Excellent verbal communication skills, including but not limited to:Checking in with staff and supervisors upon completion of tasksAsking for help as soon and as often as needed, and before attempting any tasks in which you are not confidentReporting any concerning or unusual patient behavior as soon as it is seenAsking for clarification on assignments when needed Reporting any human health issues or concerns immediately Ability to perform physically demanding tasks (walking/standing for extended periods of time, lifting up to 50lbs, bending, crouching, shoveling, etc.) Access to reliable transportation and housing A current tetanus vaccination is strongly encouraged, along with all other common vaccinations recommended by your physician (excluding a Rabies vaccination—interns will not work with or around rabies vector species) To apply, please send in the following application materials via Handshake OR email the following to internships@scwc.org in PDF format (preferably in one document): Wildlife Rehabilitation Internship Application FormSee the attachments for this internship, or go to https://www.scwc.org/join-our-team/ Cover Letter/Letter of Interest Resume Unofficial Transcript If you apply via Handshake, you will receive an email from us at internships@scwc.org - please be on the lookout for this! We might not correspond via Handshake.Please note that this internship program does not offer a stipend or housing.