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

  Accounting Intern

  Accounting Intern (Part-Time, Paid Internship)Location: Bardstown, KY | Pay: $16–$20/hr | Schedule: Flexible (10–20 hrs/week)Gain hands-on accounting experience while working with our finance team. This internship is ideal for students pursuing accounting or finance who want practical experience alongside their coursework.What You'll Do• Assist with accounts payable and receivable• Help reconcile bank and credit card statements• Maintain financial records and spreadsheets• Support basic financial reporting and data entryWhat We're Looking For• Accounting, Finance, or Business major• Basic knowledge of accounting principles• Comfortable with Excel• Organized and detail-orientedWhy This Internship• Real-world accounting experience• Flexible hours around class schedules• Potential for future employmentApply: Submit your resume to cindy.taylor@armagcorp.com or georgee@haydonmaterials.com 

  Teaching Intern - Summer (Full-Time or Part-Time)

  League School for Autism is an award-winning, year-round program dedicated to the education of children on the autism spectrum. Our team approach to education creates a collaborative, supportive and open environment within our community. We are currently seeking full-time or part-time TEACHING INTERNS to work the SUMMER months of June through August. Starting rate is $21.50 per hour.  Schedule: M-F 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. with modified options available based on program needs.  Position Requirements:Must be able to commit to working from early June to late August.Enrolled or plans to enroll in a field of study specializing in special education, human services, or clinical specialty supporting autistic individuals strongly preferredPara-professional, Teacher’s Aide, or other Clinical experience preferredValid driver’s licenseMust pass rigorous background checks, including nationwide fingerprint screening. Supervision Received:     Head Teacher Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Assists teaching and clinical staff in implementing lessons and tasks, according to Individual Education Programs, within the classroom/school and community settings.Supervises students at community-based job sites and provides job-coaching services for students according to individual program needs. Transports students in League School vans as needed.Participates in the development of curriculum content, behavior intervention strategies and daily living-skill techniques for individual students and follows through on the strategies developed by the team.Assists in the collection of data regarding student performance in instructional and behavioral areas.Develops a therapeutic and effective relationship with students:  uses appropriate voice modulation, sets reasonable boundaries with communication and actions, etc.Follows schedules within the classroom and the school to provide structure and limit stimuli for the students.Follows through on student behavior programs:      positive reinforcement breaks, time outs, etc., as designed by the Behavior Department and the team.Completes daily paperwork, as needed, to include:      notes to parents, Incident Reports, Accident Reports, etc.Monitors health and safety of students and follows through with the School Nurse on incidents requiring medical attention.Works as a team player.  Attends supervision, classroom meetings, program meetings and staff meetings.  Comes prepared with agenda and ready to discuss issues and solutions.Participates in all regulatory trainings, as well as specialized internship meetings.Performs other related duties, as assigned by the Education Coordinator, Assistant Director of Education or Director of Education, that are deemed necessary for the operation of the school, such as evening trainings, Open House, etc. Computer Skills:To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite. Equal Opportunity EmployerLeague School for Autism is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment that is free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by federal and state laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who challenge such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.  To apply, please go to: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=3bb79720-acce-4bc6-88ba-203255f76c74&ccId=19000101_000001&source=CC2&lang=en_US&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter

  Summer Intern Actuarial Intern

  We have a job opening for the position of Summer Student Intern Actuarial position at Companion Life, a subsidiary of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. The Actuarial Summer Student Intern will support the actuarial team by assisting with multiple analytical and data-driven projects across the business. This internship offers hands-on exposure to actuarial processes, life claims data, and real-world problem solving, while providing meaningful opportunities to build technical, analytical, and professional skills. Interns can expect to contribute to several projects throughout the program, culminating in a final project presentation.Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we have been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are committed to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!Location: This is a full-time internship (40 hours/week) Monday-Friday (flexible schedule) working at 1301 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201, in an office environment. What You’ll Do:Intern position utilized for training an active high school or college student towards an entry-role. Responsibilities vary and are based upon the needs of the area and the experience of the incumbent at the time of employment. This incumbent works under direct supervision and has responsibilities for performing entry-level tasks and for learning professional-level tasks relating to area operations. May assist with the implementation of various activities and programs for assigned business units within the organization.Participates in business unit/department training designed to help this position acquire applicable knowledge/skills in their area of study. Completes area tasks that are conducive to learning the departmental procedures and applying industry/field best practices. May communicate with other areas of the company. May conduct research and analysis of various reports (monthly, quarterly, annually).Perform tasks that help in learning the business area and which provide an overall view of company operations. Assist other staff members with everyday tasks to gain an understanding of business operations and workflow.Completes other assigned area related tasks. May identify areas of need improvement and communicates to management. To Qualify For This Position, You'll Need The Following:Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalentRequired Specialized Training: Must have a minimum of 12 semester hours earned in the field(s) specified by the hiring area and must be currently enrolled in college and working towards obtaining at least a 4-year degree in the field(s) specified by the hiring area. (PLEASE UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS(S) WITH RESUME.)Required Work Experience: No previous work experience is required.Required Skills and Abilities: Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Analytical or critical thinking skills. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion. Good planning and multi-tasking skills. Strong listening skills and the ability to follow directions and ask questions to ensure a productive internship.Required Software and Tools: Microsoft Office. We Prefer That You Have The Following:Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with strong emphasis on Excel.At least 1 year of general work, academic, or internship experience.Comfort working with numbers and spreadsheets, including sorting, collecting, and organizing data for analysis.Experience working with large datasets, pulling specific data points, and reorganizing information into new spreadsheets.Proficiency in Excel, including spreadsheet editing, formatting, and basic design.Exposure to or interest in data analytics, including analyzing trends and supporting business insights.Ability to manage changing priorities and contribute across multiple project types. 

  BPO (Business Process Offshore) Intern

  About the Opportunity:Pansophic Learning is an education company that strives to provide students and educators exceptional learning solutions that enable them to maximize their success academically and in life, regardless of geographic, financial, or demographic circumstance. These learning solutions include high quality content, technology, teaching and exceptional schools.The BPO / Enrollment Management Intern will provide administrative, project, and operational support to the Enrollment Management team. This role is designed to give hands-on experience in higher education operations, project coordination, and process improvement. The intern will assist with content creation, project tracking, documentation, and the development of departmental tools and infrastructure, working closely with the Director and cross-functional partners.Internship is scheduled to start May 2026.Key Responsibilities:Process Optimization - Collaborate with the operations team to identify opportunities for streamlining and improving existing processes.Content and Communications – Assist in creating content for call and print campaigns along with routine business correspondence.Data Analysis and Research - Assist in gathering, analyzing, and presenting data to support decision-making processes within the organization.Documentation and Reporting - Contribute to the creation and maintenance of documentation related to operational procedures and generating regular reports.Cross-Functional Collaboration - Engage with different departments to understand their operational needs and support.Project Management - Participate in active projects and lead a special project. Process OptimizationPartner with the Director to help design and build departmental infrastructure tools (e.g., templates, trackers, guides, workflows)Create and support process improvement initiatives and documentation effortsContribute ideas to improve efficiency, organization, and communication within the teamContent & CommunicationsAssist in creating, formatting, and editing content such as documents, presentations, templates, and internal resourcesGenerate routine correspondence (emails, memos, updates) using established guidelines and templatesSupport organization and consistency of written materials across projectsData Analysis and ResearchAssist in gathering, analyzing, and presenting data to support decision-making processes within the organization.Documentation & ReportingParticipate in team and project meetings as appropriateAssist with meeting preparation (agendas, materials, logistics)Document meeting minutes, decisions, and action items and distribute summaries as neededMaintain organized digital files and folders to ensure easy access and version controlSupport documentation of processes, workflows, and standard operating proceduresProject ManagementUpdate and maintain project plans, tasks, and timelines using Smartsheet and other project management toolsTrack action items, deadlines, and deliverables to support project progressAssist in creating project tools, trackers, templates, and workflowsQualifications:RequiredCurrently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program (business, education, communications, project management, or related field preferred)Strong written and verbal communication skillsHigh attention to detail and strong organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlinesProficiency with Microsoft Office, MS Teams, and/or Google Workspace PreferredFamiliarity with Smartsheet or other project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, Monday.com)Possesses an interest in education industry, enrollment management, operations, or business process improvementExperience creating templates, trackers, or process documentationSkills & CompetenciesStrong organizational and time-management skillsAbility to work independently and collaborativelyComfort handling administrative and project-based tasksWillingness to learn new tools and processes quicklyProfessionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information Learning OutcomesThis internship provides exposure to:Enrollment management operations and BPO support modelsProject management coordination and workflow managementProcess documentation and infrastructure developmentProfessional communication and meeting facilitationData Analytics and reportingResearch new technologies and communication strategiesEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYIt is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bonafide occupational qualification exists.

  Summer Purchasing / Procurement Internship - Summer 2026

  Summer Purchasing / Procurement Internship - Summer 2026 Intralox, LLC., the world leader in conveyor equipment solutions utilizing modular plastic conveyor belts, has a position available for a ProcurementIntern. As a member of the procurement team, the qualified individual will be responsible for collaboration with the category managers and otherteam members to drive continuous improvement throughout.Intralox offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet consistently growing company, with opportunities forinternational exposure, continuous improvement, and career advancement. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits,please visit our Careers website.We are a global, vibrant, forward-thinking company that recognizes our people are our greatest asset. We care about what we do for our customersand how we treat one another. Our culture is an inclusive one that encourages career advancement and personal improvement.Laitram, LLC has opportunities for Interns in New Orleans, LA for Summer 2026. Each of our internships is designed to help you build yourskills, identify your strengths, and help you figure out what you want to do upon graduation. We focus on each person’s highest and best use whichmeans that no two internships are alike.What we can promise you is that you will work on real problems, you will be a part of a team, you will be exposed to other parts of our company, andyou will always be a part of the Laitram family (no matter where you go after your internship.)Laitram offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet consistently growing company, with opportunities forinternational exposure, continuous improvement, and career advancement. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, andbenefits, please visit our Careers website. Responsibilities:Support Procurement critical success factors and initiativesChampion Oracle Purchasing Information Update initiative.Review processes and document accordingly.Gain a good understanding of team member roles and responsibilitiesRequirements:Must be a Sophomore or Junior currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management.Must be a self-managed, hard-working, self-motivated individual.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePointPrevious experience with Oracle preferred.