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

  Project Controls Intern - Summer 2026

  At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. This opportunity entails being under close supervision, assist departments by performing basic assignments in the areas including, but not limited to Science, Planning, Technology.  This position is usually on a part-time, temporary, or co-op basis.  Our Minneapolis, MN office is seeking a Project Controls intern for Summer 2026.

  Accounting Intern

  Seeking an Accounting intern beginning in early January and ending around April 15. You will gain hands-on experience in general accounting and corporate, partnership, and individual tax, payroll and sales tax. By working with clients and experienced accounting professionals you will gain valuable business experience. This is a great opportunity to learn, provide accounting, bookkeeping, and some tax services as well as grow your skills as you work with a variety of clients. Schedule will be determined according to availability and need.ResponsibilitiesTransaction classificationBank reconciliationsAdjusting Journal EntriesTrack expenses, taxes, cash flow, receipts and other financial information of clientMonitor accounts payable and receivable at timesEnsure timely processing of payrollProcess payroll and sales tax returns for multiple statesFiling and client communication QualificationsIn the process of obtaining an associate degree or bachelor’s degree (preferred) in accounting or related field, or have just completed degreePrior experience in bookkeeping and accounting for small businesses preferredProficient in Microsoft Office suite, QuickBooks (QBO)Strong organizational and analytical skillsDetail orientedStrong computer skillsExcellent customer service skills

  Mental Health Therapist Intern

  Come join us as we work together to help youth see themselves in a new light through experiential learning, innovative mental health interventions, therapeutic lifestyle choices, and safe relationships. Northwest Passage is a treatment community that seeks to create safe spaces for a diverse range of youth including those who identify as LGBTQ, youth of color, youth who are neuro-diverse, and those who have been misunderstood by their own communities. Our Master’s level mental health providers work in collaboration with other professionals to craft experiences that could include nature photography, mixed media art projects, music, movement, nature, sports, etc. in which youth can feel seen, express themselves effectively, and be fully seen by others. Our mental health providers help lead the way in educating and highlighting issues related to trauma, racial equity, and neurodiversity to specific direct care staff teams. Northwest Passage is seeking a Mental Health Therapist Intern to join our team. This position is ideal for graduate level students currently studying psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, or a closely related field with the ultimate goal of becoming a Mental Health Therapist. This position will include opportunity for group development/implementation, individual therapy, and family assessment interventions. Join our multi-disciplinary, collaborative team to further your graduate education and gain valuable experience with client systems!Essential Responsibilities include assisting the lead Mental Health Therapist with the following:Facilitate individual, family, and group counseling sessions in a residential setting, according to the treatment plan, professional standards, and certification standards.Conduct clinical assessments using clinical interview, review of records, objective diagnostic tools, and consultation with other members of the treatment team.Develop treatment plans collaboratively with clients, and revise the plan as treatment progresses.Integrate professional treatment and behavioral strategies within a multi-disciplinary team of professionals including medical and direct care personnel.Collaborate with and guide the treatment team members in implementing individualized and comprehensive treatment plans congruent with the identified client’s diagnosis, needs, and personal strengths.Complete all required documentation as indicated by certification, funding source, and program standards.Actively participate in clinical supervision meetings as required to meet best practice and licensure standards.Attend staff meetings and participate in trainings as required.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Currently in the process of obtaining a graduate degree in psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, or a closely related field.Other Skills and Abilities:Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work activitiesAbility to communicate effectively, verbally and in writingAbility to maintain files, records, and reportsAbility to coordinate multiple tasks efficientlyBenefits:Unmatched real-world experience in the mental health fieldStrong clinical supervisionOpportunity to work closely with multidisciplinary treatment team, including case managers, neuropsychologists, and psychiatric mental health nurse practitionersFlexible scheduleValues:In addition to responsibilities and qualifications, idea candidates will show an understanding of and an ongoing dedication to actively applying Northwest Passage’s values, which are embedded into each role:Quality & AdaptabilityRespect & CompassionLeadership & CourageConnection & Well-being

  2026 Commercial Summer Internship

  EDF Trading North America, LLC is a major participant in wholesale energy markets and delivers customized energy solutions for our customers.We operate in every market and provide coast to coast coverage of financial and physical products in power, natural gas and NGLs, environmental products and financial crude oil products.  We provide our customers with products and services that deliver access to markets, optimize their energy portfolio, hedge risk and manage assets.  Our Wholesale Business operates throughout the value chain in the North American wholesale power markets and we are one of the leading wholesale natural gas marketers. Additionally, we provide environmental, congestion management and value added derivative products.  With extensive pipeline agreements, we can manage natural gas offtakes, deliveries, capacities and supply anywhere across the continent.  EDF Trading North America, LLC is part of the EDF Group, a global leader in low-carbon energies.  Job Description:A summer internship at EDF means you’ll have the opportunity to develop and utilize new skills, explore interesting fields and do challenging work. As a part of the EDF Group, one of the world’s largest power companies and a global leader in low-carbon energy, we are energizing the world helping to shape a brighter future. Tapping a global breadth of market access, EDF provides a wide range of services, including power and natural gas supply, renewable products, energy portfolio optimization, energy management services and structured solutions, to customers across North America. We help our customers optimize their energy assets, expertly manage risk, establish sustainable income streams, and develop value-added services to more effectively compete in the marketplace. Internship SummaryEDF constantly seeks intelligent, ambitious, and responsible students with an entrepreneurial spirit, who are eager to jumpstart their career in energy markets by being a part of our prestigious paid internship program. Successful completion of a summer internship with EDF provides you with the potential to be offered a returning internship or full-time role as a Graduate Rotational Analyst depending on your graduation date and our business need. Historically, our interns have participated in the following activities:Hands-on participation in actual projects aligning to your goals, resulting in reusable work and streamlined processes for EDFIndustry specific and business skills training events, community service, social activities, and opportunities to network with functional leadersRegular assessments and continuous coaching from your manager and mentorEnd of the summer presentation to leadership team and key stakeholders, demonstrating what you learned in your internship and providing insight on your experience Potential Opportunities:Commercial Asset Management & TradingOur teams support a wide range of customers in every deregulated market throughout North AmericaGas & Power TradingEnergy AnalyticsSchedulingPower and Gas Plant Management Risk & CreditOur teams provide thorough analytics and understanding of the risk for our customers in all of the markets that we work in.Front Office RiskWholesale Market RiskRetail Market RiskPower & Gas StructuringQuantitative AnalyticsCredit Finance & AccountingOur Finance & Accounting teams support a broad range of internal work, while also interacting and assisting our customers.Internal AuditProduct ControlGas & Power Settlements Requirements & Qualifications:Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Analytics or Finance/AccountingBasic MS computer skills: Windows, Office and ExcelBasic computation and technical skills, such as SQL, Python, Tableau or similar preferredAbility to analyze large sets of data and draw actionable conclusionsExcellent interpersonal, oral and written communication, and presentation skillsPrevious internship experience preferredProven leadership and/or participation in extracurricular activities preferredAvailable for a minimum of ten consecutive weeks in Houston Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee, temporary resident, or an individual who possesses valid work authorization. Individuals with temporary visas (H-1, H-2, J-1, F-1, etc.) or who require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for summer internships. Note: EDF is an EEO employerWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.EDF participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.EDF is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at EDF via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at EDF in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of EDF. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by EDF.

  Construction Management Intern

  Responsibilities Participates in various phases of the construction process on any construction project or assigned relative topic. Assists with budgeting and scheduling of projects and work orders, work planning and sequencing, contract administration, construction document control, and contractor management under the supervision of a Construction Manager with various organizational responsibilities and specialties. Work experience begins January 2026 and ends August 2026. The exact dates can be adjusted to meet student or employer needs.Qualifications Completion of 2-3 years of education at an accredited program of Construction Management or Construction Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Interior Design with plans to continue academic work toward a Bachelor or Masters of degree. Requires at least a 2.75 GPA. This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.