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

  Semiconductor Assembly Specialist Intern

  Tata Global InternshipsBrief - Brief: Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test (TSAT) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Electronics. We are a Semiconductor Assembly and Test organisation involved in manufacturing Integrated circuits (IC)products for global customers. Our technology portfolio includes Wirebond, Flip Chip, Integrated Semiconductor Packaging and Chiplet Heterogenous Integration. We are the first semiconductor IC assembly company in the country, and our key strength is that all our technology has been indigenously developed with our employees hired from around the world with over 2000+ years of domain expertise.Global presence: India (HQ), Singapore, Taiwan, USAMission: Creating value for our stakeholders through innovation, execution, and quality; safely harnessing the power of people and technology.                             Vision: Delivering sustainable and trusted electronics solutions for our customers globally.                                                                                    Services : Semiconductor IC Design, Wafer/Die Preparation, Semiconductor Assembly, Backend operations, Testing, Failure Analysis & Reliability                     Year in Business : Since March 2023                                                                       No.of Employees : ~750                         Context:We have completed POC (Proof of Concept) for a top global consumer. We are gearing up for an intermediate build that sets us up for engineering builds and ramp to production from thereon. Why does something need to change now?The customer is the top player in global consumer electronics. The project has been progressing on stringent timelines towards engineering builds and ramp. We need an independent contributor to work outside the daily operational rigours to develop foundational understanding that supports the process development team and create IP that sets us apart from the competition. Project scope:Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Process development for high end SoC (System on Chip) for smartphone applications Deliverables:Phase 1 - Develop foundational models of the processPhase 2 - Validate the model through co-relation with empirical data Skill sets required:Looking for a candidate with a strong background in one or more of the following areas: Thermodynamics, statistics and design of experiments, fracture mechanics, material sciences, fluid mechanics simulations, chemical diffusion, interfacial dynamics.Deep understanding of sputtering / physical vapour deposition (PVD) preferred Semiconductor Assembly Specialist Intern

  Software Engineering Intern (Full Stack / Multiple Tech Stacks)

  Software Engineering Intern (Full Stack / Multiple Tech Stacks) Location: Edmond, Oklahoma (Onsite)Duration: 4–6 months (Paid) Start building real products from day one. At Kintavo, you won’t just learn — you’ll work on live systems, contribute to real features, and grow fast in a hands-on environment. What you’ll do:Develop and enhance web applications and product featuresWork with databases and manage real dataFix bugs and improve system performanceCollaborate with the engineering team on real-world projects What we’re looking for:Basic understanding of software developmentFamiliarity with databases (SQL is a plus)Strong willingness to learn and take ownership Preferred Technical Skills (any of the below):.NET & SQLReact & SQLMEAN Stack (MongoDB, Express, Angular, Node.js)Python Why Join Kintavo?Work on real products, not just practice tasksGain hands-on experience with a global teamLearn fast in a high-growth SaaS environmentOpportunity for full-time employment based on performance and project needs

  Client Success Intern (Customer Success / SaaS)

  Client Success Intern (Customer Success / SaaS) Location: Edmond, Oklahoma (Onsite)Duration: 4–6 months (Paid) Be part of the team that ensures clients succeed. At Kintavo, Client Success is more than support — it’s about building relationships, understanding client needs, and helping them get real value from our product. What you’ll do:Support clients by understanding their needs and use casesAssist in managing client requests, tickets, and follow-upsWork closely with Product, QA, and Engineering teams to resolve issuesHelp onboard new clients and guide them through the platformTrack client feedback and suggest improvements What we’re looking for:Strong communication and interpersonal skillsProblem-solving mindset with attention to detailInterest in working with clients, products, and technologyOrganized and able to manage multiple tasks Nice to Have:Basic understanding of SaaS products or software systemsExperience with tools like ticketing systems (e.g., Freshdesk)Background in Business, IT, or related fields Why Join Kintavo?Work directly with real clients and real business casesGain hands-on experience in Client Success and SaaS operationsLearn how to balance client needs with product capabilitiesOpportunity for full-time employment based on performance and project needs

  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.