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

  Customer Management, Technology & Engineer Fellow

  Department:                     Information Technology, MTA Headquarters Location:                          2 Broadway, New York, NY 10004Position Title:                   Customer Management Technology & Engineer FellowHourly Rate:                    $23.00 (Graduate)OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT:The Customer Management department is responsible for developing IT metrics and processes that will drive customer satisfaction. It enables MTA IT operational units to understand the overall information needs of the transportation agencies and the communities they serve to optimize the adoption and use of information technology.RESPONSIBILITIES:The intern will collaborate with the IT Customer metrics team to create/Improve MTA IT dashboards, analyze MTA IT Data and identify trends and develop improved processes based on data analysis. Power BI Dashboard creation – Create dashboards of MTA IT Data, enabling executive management to review consolidated data to make information decisions.IT Workload trend analysis – Review data and identify trends or problems for action.Process Improvement – Review IT Processes, analyze with metrics and offer productive solutions. Develop presentations for executive management.Coordinate executive level meetings. Translates business requirements to technical requirements.Assists with the development of effective reports and documents to communicate findings and analysis to product team and business stakeholders.Supports with the development of service/risk/product descriptions and helps maintain service/product catalogs and documentation.Performs other duties and tasks as assignedPROJECTS:Collaborate with the IT Customer metrics team to create and maintain IT workload. Workforce performance.Organizational structure dashboards.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a must.The candidate should possess organizational, analytical and communication skills. The candidate should be able to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.The candidate should have a keen eye for detail and be able to work independently while being an active team player.REQUIRED EDUCATION:Matriculated in a graduate program in good standing with at least 2.8 GPAMajor(s) Preferred: Data Science, Computer Science, or related field. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Students’ transcript must be submitted.Equal Employment OpportunityMTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

  Administrative Assistant, Emerging Talent Intern

  Department:                     Operations Support, MABSTOALocation:                          165-18 South Road, Jamaica, NY  11433Position Title:                   Administrative Assistant, Emerging Talent InternHourly Rate:                   $19.00 (Undergraduate)OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT:The support office handles all administrative functions such as in-house payroll, generating daily budget reports, such as tracking headcount, and tracking fuel reconciliations. Support Services also serves as a liaison between employee and Human Resources.  We also request employee passes/parking permits.RESPONSIBILITIES:Intern will support generating daily reports, providing general admin tasks for both Transportation & Maintenance Departments.Generate and analyze daily morning (AM) operational reports to support Bus Operations performance monitoring.Enter daily fuel data into the department’s Access database to ensure accurate recordkeeping and reporting.Maintain organized filing systems for vehicle, and operational records.Perform data entry and prepare reports using Microsoft Excel and other office applications.Conduct administrative self-audits to ensure compliance with internal standards and procedures.Assist with special projects and additional assignments as needed, gaining hands-on experience in transit operations, workforce support, and departmental processes.PROJECTS:Generate and analyze daily morning (AM) operational reports to support Bus Operations performance tracking and service delivery goals.Sort, organize, and maintain Bus Files to ensure accurate, compliant, and accessible records.Provide general administrative support to the Bus Operations Support team, including data entry, document management, and internal communications.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a must.The candidate should possess organizational, analytical and communication skills. The candidate should be able to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.The candidate should have a keen eye for detail and be able to work independently while being an active team player.REQUIRED EDUCATION:Matriculated in an undergraduate program in good standing with at least 2.5 GPA Major(s) Preferred: Liberal Arts, Computer Science, Business Management, or related field. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Students’ transcript must be submitted.Equal Employment OpportunityMTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

  Security Systems, Emerging Talent Intern

  Position at MTA Headquarters Department:                     Safety, Security, & Environment, MTA Headquarters Location:                          2 Broadway, New York, NY 10004Position Title:                   Security Systems, Emerging Talent InternHourly Rate:                    $19.00 (Undergraduate)OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT:The MTA Headquarter Office of Security provide oversight and guidance to the overall MTA physical security governance and investment strategy. The Division of Remote Systems & CCTV/Drone primarily focus on the continual investment and expansion of the MTA Security systems including emerging technologies, CCTV and Drones. RESPONSIBILITIES:Intern will play a key role in assessing and documenting system design, implementation, and operational workflows with a focus on cybersecurity and risk assessment.Conduct research on the latest Unmanned aircraft system (UAS) and CCTV Technologies.Write articles and write-up of industry news, input, and condense them into summary for executive briefing.Assist team member in project management of Video and AI project.Compile regular update and track key performance matrix.Review design of the CCTV system and workflow process with Security and IT – produce flow chart that reflect the proper workflow.Manage and update the department SharePoint on documentation, inventory and other information.Review MTA’s research collaboration project on AI and Video Analytics, assist in collecting video data, review reports and provide inputs on the results.Developing dashboard and data analytics.Review and provide support for the MTA implementation of deployable CCTV solutions. PROJECTS:The intern will assist in tracking project progress, helping with budget management, conducting security assessments of CCTV, AI-driven technologies and drone technologies.Document security protocols with AI Initiatives Conduct research on the latest UAS and CCTV Technologies.Intern will develop an internal CCTV dashboard and manage the department SharePoint.Assist with MTA Drone Program collaboration with operating agencies.Analyzing various security data including Video Analytics and provide recommendations. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a must.The candidate should possess organizational, analytical and communication skills. The candidate should be able to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.The candidate should have a keen eye for detail and be able to work independently while being an active team player.REQUIRED EDUCATION:Matriculated in an undergraduate program in good standing with at least 2.5 GPA.Major(s) Preferred: Security Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Business, Finance, National/Homeland Security, Law, Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity, IT, or related field. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Students’ transcript must be submitted.Equal Employment OpportunityMTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

  Employment Operations, Emerging Talent Intern

  Department:                     Staff Forecasting and Performance Analysis, New York City Transit - People DepartmentLocation:                          300 Cadman Plaza W, Brooklyn, NYPosition Title:                   Employment Operations, Emerging Talent InternHourly Rate:                     $21.00 (Graduate)OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT:The Department of Employment Operations is responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of hiring and workforce planning activities across New York City Transit, MTA Bus, and related agencies. The unit ensures that all recruitment, examination, and onboarding processes align with agency-wide staffing goals, budget approvals, and civil service regulations. The department works collaboratively with multiple divisions including Exam Development, Forecasting, HR Business Partners, and Training to manage candidate flow from initial application through final appointment. This includes supporting both civil service and provisional hiring pipelines, coordinating with OMB for position approvals, and tracking progress toward quarterly and annual hiring targets.The intern will assist the Exams/Employment Center by supporting candidate processing, data entry, and reporting activities. Their responsibilities include updating candidate statuses, organizing documentation, and coordinating with various departments to meet ongoing hiring demands and class scheduling needs. This assignment directly supports the MTA’s mission to maintain adequate staffing levels across critical operational titles. By identifying where candidate fallout occurs and tracking individuals who pass exams but are not hired, the intern’s work helps streamline the hiring pipeline, reduce delays, and improve overall efficiency. Their efforts enhance data accuracy and interdepartmental coordination, ultimately enabling the MTA to meet service and workforce demands more effectively.RESPONSIBILITIES:Review candidate data to identify where fallout occurs during the hiring process.Track candidates who passed exams but did not progress to appointment.Update and maintain Employment Center tracking spreadsheets and databases.Compile summaries of candidate flow to support weekly hiring and vacancy reports.Assist with data cleanup and verification to ensure accuracy across PeopleSoft and internal trackers.Coordinate with Forecasting, Exams, and HR Business Partners to reconcile candidate lists and timelines.Support preparation of presentations or reports highlighting hiring trends and bottlenecks.Participate in meetings and discussions to share findings and propose process improvement ideas.PROJECTS:Candidate Fallout Analysis: Identify where candidate drop-offs occur throughout the hiring process by reviewing data from exam results, medical clearances, and class scheduling stages.Post-Exam Tracking: Maintain detailed records of candidates who passed their exams but did not advance to appointment, helping identify patterns and potential process improvements.Department Coordination Initiative: Support communication between Forecasting, Exams, and HR Business Partners by organizing candidate data and summaries to align hiring timelines with staffing needs.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a must.The candidate should possess organizational, analytical and communication skills. The candidate should be able to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.The candidate should have a keen eye for detail and be able to work independently while being an active team player.REQUIRED EDUCATION:Matriculated in a graduate program in good standing with at least 2.8 GPAMajor(s) Preferred: Statistics, Data Analytics, Human Resources Management, Industrial Organizational Psychology, or related field. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Students’ transcript must be submitted.Equal Employment OpportunityMTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

  Budget Utility, Emerging Talent Intern

  Department:                     Facilities Department, Buses, MABSTOALocation:                          25 Jamaica Avenue, New York, NY  11207Position Title:                   Budget Utility, Emerging Talent InternHourly Rate:                    $19.00 (Undergraduate)OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT:Facilities oversees the maintenance of the bus depots. Our department is responsible for handling the payroll of 400-line supervisors and hourly employees. We also handle the operating and capital budgets for the Facilities Department which includes overseeing the vendors that are contracted out to assist with building and equipment repairs. This group reviews and audits all electricity, natural gas and water bills for 37 locations.RESPONSIBILITIES:Interns will assist with:The intern will call the sick line first thing in the morning and send out emails to the managers so that we know which line supervisors and hourly employees called in sick. All natural gas, water and oil invoices must be downloaded every month so that we can keep a permanent copy of each invoice for all 83 gas and 37 water accounts.Must audit 7 locations utility usage and compare the depot meter readings to the monthly invoices and check for discrepancies.Assist manager overseeing Compressed Natural Gas invoices by keeping a log of monthly renewable energy credits. Download overtime data for each week, work with timekeepers to address any missing job numbers, total all line supervisor and hourly overtime for each location for the weekly overtime report. Create job number reports for each division so that management can understand what overtime was used for. Create a report for all employees that worked a high number of overtime so that management can see if someone is making too much money and nearing the salary cap.Review all invoices charged to Facilities operating budget. Make sure that invoices have been charged to the correct agency with the department and identify the location and responsibility code. PROJECTS:Assist with the auditing of all electricity, natural gas and water bills for 37 locations.Work with director of Budget to pull overtime data and compile weekly overtime reports.Assist with the download and review all invoices charged to Facilities, audit the invoices and ensure they are charged to the correct agency and location.Help with reports showing vendor usage. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a must.The candidate should possess organizational, analytical and communication skills. The candidate should be able to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.The candidate should have a keen eye for detail and be able to work independently while being an active team player.REQUIRED EDUCATION:Matriculated in an undergraduate program in good standing with at least 2.5 GPA Major(s) Preferred: Accounting, Business Management, or related field. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Students’ transcript must be submitted.Equal Employment OpportunityMTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.