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

  Marketing Intern

  Ivector Academy, which is a non-profit organisation dedicated to bridging the gap between talent and the industrial world, is seeking a marketing intern who thrives in a competitive, fast-paced environment and is eager to polish essential marketing skills. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience in digital campaigns, content creation, social media strategy, and data-driven growth—all while contributing to real projects that shape the future of engineering education. If you’re ambitious, adaptable, and ready to turn theory into impact, we want you on our team.

  Customer & Onboarding Intern

  About The Mobile-First CompanyMost tools for small businesses weren’t built for real operators.They were built for employees in offices, not people running a business from their phone.We’re changing that.We build mobile-first business software that feels like a consumer app, runs on AI, and spreads like a creator brand.Our first product, Allô, gives you a second number on your phone, answers missed calls with AI, transcribes everything, and syncs it to your CRM.Over 20,000 businesses use it every day.Next up: expenses, invoicing, and more.We’ve raised +15 million dolars from Base10, Lightspeed, EMBLEM, and 30+ top operators.Our team is based in Paris, Buenos Aires, Miami. Location: Miami, United StatesWorkplace type: Hybrid - Part TimeEligibility: US work authorization only (no visa sponsorship available) Internship Overview:We are looking for a motivated Customer Success Intern to support our growing user base in the U.S. and France. This role is ideal for someone eager to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced startup environment, working at the intersection of customers, product, and operations.Interns who do well will have the opportunity to extend their internship or transition into a part-time or full-time role.This is a paid internship with an hourly rate of $15–$20, depending on experience. What will you doOwn the customer onboarding experience, helping users get value from the product as quickly as possible.Be a key human touchpoint for users during onboarding and support situations where automation is not enough.Support users with questions, issues, and setup, always with a product-first mindset.Turn onboarding and support interactions into clear feedback for product and operations.Grow into a highly operational role at the intersection of customers, product, and AI. What you’ll be working onGuiding new users through onboarding via Intercom, answering questions and unblocking issues.Managing daily customer conversations, prioritizing requests and resolving them efficiently.Tagging and categorizing onboarding and support conversations to understand pain points and gaps.Sharing insights with product and tech teams to help reduce future support needs.Testing and iterating on onboarding messages, flows, and automations.Continuously learning and experimenting with AI tools and operational improvements. What we’re looking forTech-fluent. You pick up new software in minutes, not hours. You already using AI tools in daily life or personal projects.Empathetic & Patient: You genuinely enjoy helping people. You see a frustrated customer as a puzzle to solve, not a nuisance.Curious and analytical: you enjoy understanding user problems and improving processes.Organize, proactive, you have a bias for action. You don’t need hand holding and can will roll up your sleeves and do whatever it takes to get the job done.Start up ready: You’re excited about being the first in this role. You’re happy to help build the processes, not just follow them.Fluent in French and English. What matters to usYou care about users having a great first experience with the product.You see onboarding and support as a way to improve the product, not just answer questions.You like fixing problems so they don’t happen again.You’re hands-on, proactive, and not afraid to suggest improvements.You’re excited to grow fast by taking ownership of real responsibility. What we offerInternational market exposureLaptop and work setup of your choiceA tight, ambitious team building something real — fastAWESOME Team members!  Confidentiality: The Mobile First Company uses applicants’ data only for recruitment purposes.

  Business Development Intern

  Business Development & Market Research Intern (Remote | Stipend-Based)Company: International Translation & Localization CompanyLocation: Remote (open to students in the U.S. and internationally)Duration: 6 months (with possible extension)Time Commitment: 15 hours per weekCompensation: USD 300 monthly stipend About the InternshipWe are an international translation and localization company looking for a Business Development & Market Research Intern to support our commercial team.This internship is ideal for students interested in international business, sales operations, and market research who want hands-on experience in a global, remote-first environment.This is a stipend-based, part-time internship designed to complement academic commitments. Key ResponsibilitiesResearch and identify potential client companies in target marketsBuild and update prospect lists using LinkedIn and online researchSupport outbound outreach through emails and LinkedIn messagesMaintain and organize lead data in CRM toolsAssist with follow-ups and basic pipeline trackingContribute ideas to improve outreach processes and sales workflows Who We’re Looking ForCurrently enrolled university student (junior, senior, or recent graduate)Field of study: Business, Marketing, International Business, Communications, or relatedStrong written and spoken EnglishSpanish proficiency is a plusDetail-oriented, proactive, and reliableComfortable working independently in a remote environment What You’ll GainReal-world experience in international business developmentExposure to sales processes and CRM toolsOpportunity to collaborate with a global teamResume-building experience with measurable contributionsInternship certificate or academic support documentation if required Compensation & ScheduleUSD 300 monthly stipendFlexible schedule (15 hours per week)Fully remote

  Summer Intern

  Summer Internshiphttps://www.roberthjackson.org/summer-internships/

  Video Media Intern

  Video, Media & PR Intern (Paid or Unpaid)20–30 hours per weekCenterBeam Construction is a woman-owned, historic renovation company looking for a creative intern to help us capture and share the real stories behind our work.We don’t just renovate houses — we teach homeowners how to care for what they own and preserve historic spaces. We’re looking for someone who can help us show the world how that work happens.What You’ll DoFilm real renovation projects and behind-the-scenes moments on active job sitesEdit short-form and long-form video content (required)Create thumbnails or simple graphics when neededAssist with posting content to social mediaHelp manage video and media content for our websiteSupport basic PR, messaging, and storytelling effortsWho This Is ForA student interested in video production, media, communications, or PRMust have video editing experience (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut, CapCut, or similar)Comfortable filming real people in real environmentsOrganized, reliable, and excited to create meaningful contentDetailsPaid or unpaid internship, depending on school requirements and experience20–30 hours per weekPortfolio-worthy work that will be published and seenIf you love editing, storytelling, and creating content that actually helps people — we’d love to hear from you.