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

  Jordan Design Undergraduate Internship

  Jordan Brand Undergraduate Internship Soul, performance and style take flight at Jordan Brand. With its deep roots in basketball, the Jordan Brand began as an homage to one player: Michael Jordan! Since then, Jordan has become synonymous with peak performance and an endless pursuit of greatness. Employees in merchandising, product branding, sports marketing and sales bring creativity, innovation and adventurous design to footwear and apparel, all with one mission in mind: help athletes fly on and off the court. There are a variety of different internship opportunities within the Jordan Brand. Below is a brief description of the roles that are available this summer. Marketing Intern: A Marketing Intern will assist and implement new digital campaigns for Jordan Brand. These campaigns will be in collaboration with the Digital Direct Manager. The goal is to make sure you communicate clearly and effectively as you develop and implement marketing programs, while also providing insightful recaps, and lead day-to-day process flow and project management during the entire life of the campaign. Focusing on seasonal changes to impact what kind of story you want to tell across Nike/Jordan digital channels and media. Marketplace Intern: In the role of a Marketplace Intern, you will support the Marketplace team in crafting the digital strategy for the Jordan Brand. The Jordan Brand is passionate about building unbreakable relationships with its members and it starts with understanding the journey of the consumer. This means doing research and collecting data to understand who the target consumer is, what their needs are, how they behave in the industry and how they interact with the Jordan Brand. The purpose is to provide the Global Marketplace team with consumer insights, qualitative and quantitative, to help the Brand develop and sharpen its strategy around member engagement. How should we collaborate with the member over our digital platforms? How should we engage our members in our Stores? These are the questions that we want your help in answering for the Jordan Brand. The work will then help the Global Marketplace team develop strategies around how to optimize benefits for Jordan buying members and around how to connect with Jordan buying members authentically and in a 365 fashion. The final output will involve a readout that details what you learned about the member experience, enabling the Jordan Global Marketplace team to develop an outstanding membership program. Merchandising Intern: A Jordan Merchandising Intern will support the Merchandising team in driving coordinated, profitable, and relevant product assortments that express the category vision in the marketplace and meet revenue targets! You’ll provide line plan systems maintenance and help drive alignment throughout the merchandising process including model plan, flow plan, wholesale and suggested retail pricing strategies, and gross pricing margin targets. Our intern would apply market knowledge and internal data systems to provide assistance to the Merchandising team, collaborate with the Sales team on distribution strategies, and work with the Demand Planning and Operations teams to ensure efficient seasonal planning. We also provide the opportunity to conduct analysis of current business (including bookings, and sell-through by channel, age/gender/sport segments, size, color, etc.). You would drive the translation of consumer insights into relevant profiles, collections and concepts to drive the business.   WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE: Throughout the summer internship, you will receive on-the-job experiences within a Jordan Brand team at WHQ. You’ll have a direct manager who will be one of the many Nike teammates you’ll partner with. Over the summer you’ll be assigned a project to help you get to know our world and for us to better get to know you.  This is a 8–10-week paid internship opportunity with relocation assistance. Curious to know what it’s like to be part of a world-class Internship Program? Check out our recap video from last summer: Nike Internship Program Recap Video   WHAT YOU BRING: Qualifications: Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree with an expected graduation date of Winter 2027 – Spring 2028 Skills: Experience using Microsoft Office tools  Strong written and verbal communication skills Comfortability presenting to a large audience, including senior leadership Proven experience leading projects or teams Ability to deal with ambiguity A passion for the Jordan Brand   This internship – as well as full-time positions – are located in-person at the NIKE, Inc. World Headquarters in Beaverton, OR.  Check out this video of our World Headquarters to learn more about life on campus: Nike WHQ Campus Video  We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.  NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.   NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.  

  Beauty Social Media Video Editor

  🎥 Beauty Content Creator Intern: Video Editor(4-8Week Paid Position)Are you a college student or aspiring creator passionate about beauty, content creation, and helping salon professionals shine online?Join our team as a Beauty Video Editor & Social Media Intern for an 8-week paid experience, where you'll learn how to create and edit viral, educational, and on-brand videos for hairstylists, nail artists, estheticians, makeup artists, and beauty educators.📌 Position OverviewYou’ll work alongside our beauty education and content team to transform raw footage from tutorials, workshops, client transformations, before-and-after videos, and beauty business podcasts into high-performing content for platforms like Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.You'll also support in planning and posting content that aligns with the beauty brand’s voice, aesthetics, and goals.✨ What You’ll Do & Learn🎬 Video Editing (Long-form to Short-form):Turn beauty tutorials, educational calls, and interviews into scroll-stopping short-form clips.Highlight transformations, trending beauty sounds, captions, hooks, and engaging storytelling.💄 Beauty-Focused Social Media Strategy:Maintain consistency in branding, aesthetic, music trends, and captions.🎨 Brand Identity & Aesthetic:Learn how to match content to a beauty brand’s color palette, fonts, tone, and message.Help craft storytelling that resonates with stylists, lash techs, nail artists, estheticians, and beauty students.🔍 Trend & Content Research:Research trending audios, beauty challenges, viral hooks, and hashtags.Study top beauty creators and salon brands to replicate high-performing content styles.🛠 Platforms & Tools You'll Use:CapCut, Opusclip, Adobe Premiere, Descript, InShot, Canva, TikTok editing tools💡 You’re a Great Fit If You:✔ Are passionate about beauty, social media, and helping beauty professionals grow their online presence.✔ Know how to edit videos for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, or similar platforms.✔ Have used tools like CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or Canva.✔ Keep up with beauty trends, aesthetics, and viral content styles.✔ Want real-world experience in beauty content creation, branding, and social media marketing.📆 Program DetailsDuration8 WeeksPayPaid (flat monthly stipend)LocationRemoteTime Commitment~5 hours/weekIndustryBeauty, Social Media, Digital Content

  NOW HIRING INTERNS – CSP Media Group | Miami

  📢 NOW HIRING INTERNS – CSP Media Group | MiamiAre you passionate about media production and looking to get hands-on experience in the industry?🎬 CSP Media Group is currently seeking interns to join our team in Miami! Whether you're into cameras, editing, production coordination, or creative development, this is your chance to learn from a full-service media company working with major brands and high-impact productions.🔧 Internship Areas:Production (on set & office support)Equipment prep & camera departmentPost-production (editing & media management)Social media content creation & marketing✨ What We Offer:Real-world experience on live setsAccess to professional gear & workflowsA creative and collaborative environmentNetworking with industry professionals📍Location: Miami, FL📆 Start Date: Flexible – Summer & Fall terms available📩 To Apply: Send your resume and a short intro to productiondpt@cspmediagroup.comLet’s build something amazing together.#Internship #MiamiInterns #VideoProduction #CSPMediaGroup #MediaCareers #FilmInternship #ProductionLife

  Team Member - State Farm Agency

  About Us:At Sonja Davidson - State Farm Agency, we are committed to helping our customers manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding customer service and personalized solutions tailored to the unique needs of each individual and family. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our customers!Job Summary:As a team member in a State Farm agent's office, you will be an integral part of building strong relationships with customers while promoting and selling insurance products and services. This role is ideal for someone who is customer-focused, highly motivated, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. You'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and develop professionally while contributing to the success of the agency.Responsibilities:Provide exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries, resolving concerns, and assisting with policy changes and updates.Educate customers about State Farm products and services, including auto, home, life, health, and business insurance.Proactively identify customer needs and recommend appropriate insurance solutions.Conduct sales calls, follow up with leads, and generate new business opportunities.Process applications, payments, and claims with accuracy and efficiency.Maintain organized and accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.Assist with marketing initiatives, including social media, community events, and referral programs.Uphold State Farm's commitment to ethical business practices and excellent customer service.Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent (college degree preferred).Previous experience in customer service, sales, or insurance is a plus but not required.Must obtain and maintain applicable state insurance licenses (training and support provided).Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Goal-oriented mindset with a passion for helping others.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.What We Offer:Competitive pay structure (hourly base + commission/bonus potential).Paid training and licensing support.Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.Flexible work schedule.A positive and supportive work environment.How to Apply:If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and being part of a successful team, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email address] or apply online at [website link].

  AI-Powered Marketing and Business Growth

  Expressions In is launching our American Spirit art collection to celebrate America's 250th Anniversary in 2026. We're seeking a digitally-savvy marketing and/or business intern to help us connect this unique patriotic art with gift shops and corporate buyers nationwide.What You'll Do:Launch targeted campaigns for our American Spirit 250 collection using AI tools and automationSet up and manage AI agents to identify and engage potential customersMaster Pipedrive, our CRM, to track leads and optimize our sales funnelCraft compelling outreach emails and social content that converts browsers to buyersUse personality profiling (DISC, Big Five) to match our art with the right customersBoost our SEO through keyword research and content optimizationHelp scale a growing creative business from startup to successPerfect For:Marketing, communications, or business studentsFuture entrepreneurs who want to see how businesses actually growStudents interested in AI, automation, and customer psychologyAnyone excited about combining art, storytelling, and strategic marketingWhat Makes This Different:Performance-based pay: Commission + bonuses (no unpaid coffee runs!)Real impact: Your work directly drives business growthCutting-edge skills: AI tools, CRM mastery, and growth hackingMentorship: Work directly with the founderTimely project: Capitalize on America's historic milestone anniversary10-15 hours/week. Perfect for students who want to learn how modern businesses scale and are motivated by results-based rewards.