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

  Breakthrough Santa Fe Teaching Fellowship

  Make a difference this summer teaching middle-school students at Breakthrough Santa Fe! All majors are encouraged to apply:Teaching Training:Teaching Fellows spend the first week learning and practicing effective lesson planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques6 Week Middle School Summer Program:Teaching Fellows teach core academic and enrichment classes, engage with students and families, build relationships, and refine teaching and leadership skills through feedback from Instructional CoachesWrap-Up & Reflection:At the end of the summer, Teaching Fellows celebrate the summer, reflect on their teaching experience, and document the growth of their studentsTeaching Fellows Receive:Free HousingFree Breakfast and LunchA $2000 Stipend

  Creative Director Intern

  LoopTroop Inc. is an innovative rideshare and community support platform, and Loop Foundation is its nonprofit arm dedicated to supporting families impacted by incarceration with transportation, housing, mental health, workforce, and legal services. Together, we are launching a bold movement that blends tech and social impact.We are seeking a Creative Director to oversee our brand identity, visual storytelling, and campaign execution across both organizations. This is a unique opportunity to shape the voice and vision of a startup that blends technology with community change.Role OverviewThe Creative Director will set and manage the visual identity and creative campaigns for LoopTroop Inc. (app/tech platform) and Loop Foundation (nonprofit mission). This role will collaborate closely with our Partnerships and PR teams, stylists, and media agencies to ensure consistency across all touchpoints—digital, print, and experiential.Note: Once the organization raises $200,000+ in seed funding, the Creative Director role will be separated into two positions—one focused on LoopTroop Inc. and one focused on Loop Foundation.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and maintain unified brand guidelines for LoopTroop Inc. and Loop Foundation.Lead the creative vision for launch campaigns, including photoshoots, videos, and ad assets.Direct partnerships with stylists, fashion agencies, and brand collaborators.Collaborate with PR and Marketing agencies to ensure brand-aligned storytelling.Oversee design for app UI, website, social media, print, and pitch decks.Manage contractors and freelance creatives (designers, photographers, videographers).Ensure every piece of content reflects mission, culture, and innovation.QualificationsRequired:5+ years of creative direction, brand management, or campaign development.Strong portfolio spanning digital, print, and video content.Experience collaborating with PR, marketing, and partnership teams.Proven ability to lead photoshoots, design campaigns, and style direction.Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva Pro, or equivalent tools.Preferred:Experience with startups, tech, or nonprofit organizations.Background in social impact branding or cause marketing.Familiarity with rideshare, lifestyle, or social empact campaigns.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive nonprofit/early-stage startup salary (commensurate with experience).Opportunity to expand into a senior creative leadership role as the organization grows and roles split.Work directly with the Founder and Partnerships Team to shape a nationally visible brand.Professional development and cross-industry networking5

  Civil Engineering Intern, Water Resources

  WATER PRACTICEConsistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 10 water firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals that provide innovative consulting, planning and engineering solutions for the entire spectrum of the water cycle.  We have proven experience in providing a full range of professional services from scientific and technical analysis, concept through design, permitting, and construction support services. Protection and management of water resources starts at the watershed level and follows the movement of water through urban and agricultural areas, streams, lakes and reservoirs, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and water/wastewater treatment plants.DESCRIPTIONMichael Baker International is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for our Water group in the Chicago, IL office. Students will have the opportunity to gain technical experience supporting water, wastewater, and surface water projects. Students will work alongside Project Managers and Licensed Engineers on a range of planning and design projects from municipal engineering services to dam/levee inspection and rehabilitation.Responsibilities:Accompany staff during assessment or inspection of water, wastewater, and surface water facilities.Support engineering analysis and design, including use of software or calculation sheets to complete hydrology/hydraulics analysis, and design drawings.Support with preparation of design reports, technical memorandums, and construction specifications.Conduct data entry and analysisSupport quantity take-off, cost estimate preparation, and material/equipment cost solicitation.Assist with field documentation, report generation, and administrative tasks as assigned.PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTSEnrolled in a Bachelor or Master’s degree program in Civil/Environmental Engineering with at least 1 year of college coursework.Interest in/prior internship in civil engineering.Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or other drafting software preferred but not required.Excellent English language skills, both written and verbal including technical writing.Must have strong organizational skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office (MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint). COMPENSATIONThe approximate compensation range for this position is $20.00 to $25.00 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

  2026 MacKay Shields Investments Summer Internship Program (New York) (Princeton, NJ) (El Segundo, CA)

  2026 MacKay Shields Investments Summer Internship Program (New, York) (Princeton, NJ) (El Segundo, CA)Location(Princeton, NJ) (El Segundo, CA)Role Location DesignationHybrid - 4 days per weekLocation Designation: Hybrid - 4 days per week  Shape your future:With a dynamic internship experience at New York Life. We offer opportunities across a variety of exciting businesses, including Actuarial, AI & Data, Finance, Investments, Technology, Underwriting, and more. Your internship journey is designed to challenge you through hands-on work experience that will equip you with valuable skills and insight to shape your path. You will build your network through collaboration and connection with talented interns and experienced employees through team-building activities, mentorship programs , and fun social events. By the end of your internship, you'll be equipped with new skills and a network that will propel you forward in your career journey.   Role Overview: The New York Life Investments Summer Internship Program is an exciting opportunity for rising juniors and seniors looking to gain the experience, skills, and support they need to help launch their careers. The 10-week paid internship will take place starting June 2026. Participants will take part in weekly intern events, such as Business Overviews, Meet & Greets with senior leaders, and macro economy conversations with our Global Market Strategy Team. Our program includes training and development seminars, networking opportunities, social events, a collaborative summer internship project culminating in an opportunity to be considered for a full-time rotational analyst role.  MacKay Shields:Since 1938, MacKay Shields has partnered with clients to help meet their investment goals through high quality products and exceptional service. As active managers, we serve a prominent group of pension funds, government and financial institutions, family offices, high net worth individuals, endowments, and foundations from across the globe. We were acquired by the New York Life Insurance Company in 1984 as the foundation to its multi-boutique investment advisor model. The model—which was designed to combine the benefits of nimble and independent investment boutiques with the strength of a financially strong partner—has been key to MacKay Shields ‘success. The firm currently manages assets for institutional investors and other financial service providers across the globe from its locations in New York, California, and New Jersey.We are currently searching to fill a Summer 2026 Investments Analytics & Credit Research Internship to join our team of investment professionals at MacKay Municipal Managers in either our Princeton NJ or Los Angeles CA offices. What You’ll Do:Supporting a team of research analysts and portfolio managers in active municipal bond portfolio investments, through close interaction with daily trading activity as well as special projects and reports Responsibilities would include document and financial analysis, including financial modeling and scenario analysis. Surveilling existing bond portfolio positions and preparing credit research updates using financial modelling, scenario analysis and relevant databases.Provide market data analytics interface through data collection and preparation of special market reports and presentations. Required Skills:Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Finance and /or Computer Science,Outstanding quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with knowledge of financial markets, capable of undertaking interpretive analysis of new concepts.Excellent interpersonal, collaboration and communication and writing skills; Detail-oriented with ability to effectively multi-task.Benefit to candidates with understanding of core computer science and programming concepts, including data structures, algorithms as well as knowledge of programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C++, etc.).Preferred: High proficiency in Excel/VBA, financial modelling and Bloomberg.Preferred: 1-2 years of analytical internship experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews will begin in mid-September.  #Investmentscampus #LI-CV1     ​Pay TransparencySalary Range:  $26/ hour Overtime eligible: Nonexempt Discretionary bonus eligible: No Sales bonus eligible: No  Our Diversity Promise At MacKay Shields, we commit to the equitable treatment of all. Differences in background, experience, characteristics, and abilities—whether readily visible or unseen—make each person unique and valuable. Attracting, developing, and retaining diverse talent is critical to our success. We promote a comprehensive approach to diversity and inclusion to serve our employees, our clients, and our community. Striving to make a positive impact and deliver results through performance with purpose is at the heart of our ethos. Click here to learn more about how we have been recognized for our leadership. MacKay Shields LLC is committed to creating a diverse employment environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment withoutregard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected pursuant to federal, state or local law. Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.

  Traffic Engineering Intern

  HIGHWAY PRACTICEFor more than 80 years, we have helped to shape America’s highway network. We provide comprehensive highway planning, design and construction services from conceptual and preliminary engineering studies through final design, construction management, inspection and closeout. Our highway design and construction services projects include major freeways and expressways, new roadway corridors, design-build projects, public-private partnerships, complex urban interchanges, rural roads and urban streets, intersection improvements and streetscapes. We utilize our vast experience, expertise and innovative ideas to assist clients in improving lives through a well-thought-out and implemented transportation system.DESCRIPTION Michael Baker International is seeking a Traffic Engineering Intern student for Summer 2026 to support our traffic department on a variety of design projects in our Moon Township, PA office. The selected individual will assist in technical tasks and projects as assigned and will learn the profession as duties are performed. Some duties include:Prepare engineering related calculations and develop drawingsPerform routine analysis Prepare basic reportsSupport the design of traffic signals, signing & pavement markings, intelligent transportation systems, roadway lighting, and traffic control Perform traffic engineering analysis for operations, safety, and/or transportation planning studiesAssist with data collection, input, verification, and manipulationDevelop a proficiency utilizing MicroStation CADD softwareWork under the supervision of a senior level team memberAssist project managers and engineers with various tasksPROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTSCurrently enrolled in good academic standing and pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering at an accredited University or College; minimum of 2 years of coursework completedMinimum 3.0 GPACollege level engineering course in Civil EngineeringProficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteStrong written and verbal communication skillsExperience with MicroStation (ORD) software is a plusCOMPENSATIONThe approximate compensation range for this position is [-] per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.