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

  Maintenance Mechanic Intern

  MAINTENANCE MECHANIC INTERN (US) Get ready for a Naan-Traditional placement experience! We’re a team of passionate thinkers and doers that are challenging the idea of what a bakery can be. We operate like a startup, powered by creativity and a ‘roll up your sleeves’ mentality, to give our customers the best possible product. Job Summary The Maintenance Mechanic intern will train with our maintenance team to acquire the skills and responsibilities listed below. The internship program mission is to develop trainees into Entry Level Maintenance Mechanics. You will have the opportunity to train in state-of-the-art food manufacturing facilities.Key Responsibilities • Will receive training for CMMS system, inventory management, as well as planning and scheduling of maintenance work orders • Modify, repair, install, maintain, improve, and troubleshoot various types of machinery, equipment, and facilities in the processing & packaging departments • Diagnose mechanical problems, provide quick & innovative solutions for mechanical equipment breakdowns by applying proven skills in the principles of mechanics, fitting, basic welding, basic metal fabrication, troubleshooting, and analytical problem solving • Operate drill press, grinder, saws, and all other machine shop tools • Setup, takedown, and relocation of bakery and packaging equipment • Perform preventative maintenance and safety inspections • Provide solutions to routine or unique equipment problems • Promptly respond to equipment-related issues with a customer-oriented manner • Safely operate Scissor as needed (after training and certification) • Rotating continental shifts and vacation fill-in Key Qualifications • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs is an asset • Committed to working towards a Mechanical Certification • Passionate about mechanical repair

  Business Development Intern

  Job DescriptionWe are seeking a motivated Business Development Intern to support our residential solar sales operations. This role focuses on customer outreach, market development, and lead generation for homeowners interested in switching to clean energy. Interns will gain hands-on experience in sales, communication, and business development while working closely with experienced solar professionals.This position is ideal for students or recent graduates looking to build real-world experience in sales, marketing, and renewable energy while earning competitive pay.Responsibilities• Conduct direct outreach to homeowners to introduce solar energy solutions• Qualify potential customers and schedule appointments for senior sales consultants• Educate homeowners on rising energy costs and available solar programs• Maintain accurate lead and activity tracking• Represent the company professionally in residential neighborhoods• Collaborate with sales leadership to improve outreach strategies• Attend team trainings and development sessionsRequired Skills and Qualifications• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills• Confidence speaking with homeowners face-to-face• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic• Ability to handle rejection and stay positive• Coachable and open to feedback• Reliable transportation• Available full-time during the summerPreferred Qualifications• Sales, customer service, or outreach experience• Interest in renewable energy or business development• Competitive or goal-driven background (sports, sales, leadership roles)What You’ll Gain• Real sales and business development experience• Direct mentorship from experienced solar professionals• Resume-worthy title and responsibilities• High earning potential for a summer role• Clear pathway to full-time opportunities after graduationAbout the RoleThis is not a desk internship. You’ll be in the field learning how real business development works—communication, persistence, and execution. Top performers gain skills that translate directly into sales, entrepreneurship, and leadership roles.

  Intern Student Developer Access: Build with the Montjoy Places API (Pilot Program)

  Student Developer Access:  Build with the Montjoy Places API (Pilot Program)attached overview of the Montjoy Places API.Job Type: Experiential Learning / Volunteer / Project-Based Compensation: Includes Free Enterprise-Tier API Access + Intern opportunity upon feedback Program Overview:Are you building a capstone project, a hackathon entry, or a personal app that relies on location data?Montjoy is opening our Developer Pilot Program to Computer Science and Engineering students. We aren’t looking for employees; we are looking for builders who want free access to enterprise-grade tools to power their own projects. The Problem You Face:Most map APIs force you to accept generic, public data. If the map says the entrance is on Main Street, but you know it’s in the alley, your code breaks or your user gets lost. You usually have to write "hacky" hard-coded fixes to solve this. The Montjoy Solution:We provide a Private Data Layer that sits on top of standard maps. This allows you to create your own "Custom Places" that override public data, ensuring your app uses your truth, not a third-party guess. What You Get:Free API Keys: Full access to the Montjoy Places REST API for your student projects.Resume Builder: Verified participation in a "Private Beta" for an incubator-backed geospatial startup.Direct Feedback Channel: A rare opportunity to critique an API and have your feedback read by our engineering leadership. Who Should Join:Students familiar with REST APIs, JSON, and cURL.Anyone building apps for Campus Safety, Food Delivery, Logistics, or Smart Campus navigation.Developers who want to test "Real World" infrastructure instead of textbook examples. How to Join the Pilot:Visit our Developer Portal: https://montjoyplaces.comComplete the onboarding registrationImportant: In the notes field, tell us what you are building and why you need better location data. Note: This is an independent participation program, not an employment offer. We want to empower you to build better software with better data. Contact:Timothy Montjoy | PresidentSuwanee, GAc: (334) 320-0577

  Human Resources Coordinator Co-op (Talent & Development)

  TALENT & DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR US CO-OP Get ready for a Naan-Traditional placement experience! We’re a team of passionate thinkers and doers that are challenging the idea of what a bakery can be. We operate like a startup, powered by creativity and a ‘roll up your sleeves’ mentality, to give our customers the best possible product. Job SummaryThe Talent & Development Coordinator (T&D) Co-Op is a self-starter, with excellent organizational and communication skills who will provide outstanding support to our T&D Team. This role provides streamlined delivery of standardized transactional and operational tasks for the T&D team.  Key Responsibilities • Support with the new hire monthly onboarding and orientation • Update and organize job descriptions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy • Maintain organization charts and ensure timely updates • Assist the T&D Business Partner with reviewing resumes for open positions and creating job offers • Schedule T&D meetings and organize resources • Ensure timely uploading of T&D documents to the Intranet/SharePoint • Support logistics and organization of events for team members • Generate standard reports to support decision-making processes • Organize the physical HR Home Office filing room • Collaborate on various projects and handle miscellaneous tasks as needed • Support and help drive team member engagement initiatives by assisting with planning, coordinating, and promoting activities that foster participation, collaboration, and a positive workplace culture Key Qualifications • Post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field • Hands-on experience coordinating multiple assignments/projects • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities • Ability to build rapport with team members • Detail-oriented and highly organized • Proficiency in MS Office

  Internal Audit Intern

  Primary Function:The intern will support and execute the following identified timelines and projects:·       SOX internal control documentation and testing·       Provide support for various ongoing internal audit projects Candidate should be entering Junior or Senior year of college/university. Preference is given to applicants majoring in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Information Systems. They should be self-starters with strong analytical skills and strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be proficient in MS Excel. Duties & Responsibilities:1.  SOX Compliance (Weeks 1-12)Skills Objectives – Sarbanes-Oxley – process and control documentation. Gathering evidence for controls testing, attending and documenting walkthroughs with various members of management, and performing some detailed control testing. a.     Week 1-3: Maintain internal control documentation and process narratives, utilizing the WDesk automated tool  b.    Weeks 4-6: Attend walkthroughs with the Heritage management team and assist in documenting the samec.     Week 7-12: Request evidence to support interim SOX controls testing. ·       Document receipt of evidence to support testing work papers 2.  Internal Audit Support (Weeks 1-12)Skills Objectives – Support Internal Audit and Management, perform control documentation and control testing for various internal audit projects.Success Metrics/Outcomes:·      Accurate, complete controls documentation that can be shared internally and with external auditors·      Timely collection of control evidence to support testing by internal and external audit·      Complete and accurate mapping of end-user controls to be shared with Management and external auditorsSchedule:Hours per Week Needed:3-5 days per week, 6-8 hours per day Number of Weeks Needed: 8-10 with potential for extending part-time internship into the Fall Semester