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

  Roots Internship Program

  A BIT ABOUT YOUUnderstanding, people-oriented, and helpful, you feel rewarded by being of service to others. You clearly have a passion for the natural world and are curious how you can build your career in concert with it. The highlight of your day is spending time outdoors, and it’s even better when you’re doing it with friends. You’re in your Sophomore year of pursuing a Horticulture degree and eager to learn where your degree can take you and all the different ways you can make a difference.A BIT ABOUT USWe like plants, people, and beautiful spaces. John Mulhall came to Omaha in 1953 to landscape, and now, three generations later, we’re as committed as we’ve ever been to making Omaha a more beautiful place to live. Today we’re a team of a few hundred people, but our focus remains the same: working together to engage our community and share our passion for the beauty of the natural world. And we have fun doing it.A DAY IN THE LIFEAs a part of our Roots Internship Program, you’ll report to the People team. You’ll spend time in each of our three Business Units, getting a complete picture of where your Horticulture degree could take you. By the end of the summer, it’ll be clear which part of the business was your favorite, and you’ll have the opportunity to showcase all you’ve learned in a presentation to our leadership team.YOUR IMPACTA rotation with Garden + Home, learning about our store experience, plant maintenance, our pro process, our digital brand, and moreA rotation with Farms, learning about proper watering, product availability, production plans, and moreA rotation with Landscape, learning about property enhancement, onboarding new clients, our dependability, and moreCreate and deliver a capstone presentation on all you’ve learnedContribute to the growth and impact of Mulhall’s and its connection with the communityWHAT WE’RE LOOKING FORA Horticulture student entering their junior yearA belief in what we do here: making our community a more beautiful placeA reliable people-person committed to maintaining a positive attendance recordA communicative team player willing to jump in and assist with a variety of tasks as neededAn ability to bend, lift, and work at an active paceA passion for growing a career in concert with the natural worldWHAT WE OFFERAn inclusive, passionate, and fun work environmentThe opportunity to grow your career in concert with the natural worldAn amazing discount on all the plants and plant things you love

  Legal AI Research Development Internship

  Legal AI Research & Development Internship OpportunityAt iLegal®Works©, we're pioneering the development of bilingual (Arabic-English) Legal AI solutions that combine advanced reasoning capabilities with cultural and jurisdictional sensitivity. We're seeking passionate interns to join our innovative team in shaping the future of legal technology.Position: Legal AI Research & Development Intern Duration: 3-6 months (extendable) | 15-20 hours/week | Paid Internship Potential for Full-Time Employment: YesProject Overview: You'll be part of a collaborative team developing a groundbreaking Legal AI system focusing on Arabic legal advisory and document drafting. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between advanced AI capabilities and localized legal expertise.Key Research Areas:Developing Arabic-specific legal reasoning modulesImplementing ethical AI frameworks for legal decision-makingCreating culturally-aware document drafting systemsBuilding bias detection and mitigation systems for legal AITechnical Stack & Tools:Large Language Models: Arabic-BERT, AraBERT, MarBERT, AraGPT, JAIS, SILMA, LLAMA3.3, Anthropic and GeminiMachine Learning Frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorchNLP Tools: CAMeL Tools, Farasah, Arabic-NLTKTranslation & Alignment: mBART, OPUS-MTVector Databases: Chroma, WeaviateEvaluation Frameworks: BLEU, METEOR with Arabic supportRequired Skills (across team members):Strong programming skills in PythonExperience with machine learning frameworksUnderstanding of NLP conceptsFamiliarity with Arabic language processingBasic understanding of legal conceptsCollaborative mindset and strong documentation skillsDesired Specializations (at least one per intern):Arabic NLP Specialist:Deep understanding of Arabic morphology and syntaxExperience with Arabic text processing toolsKnowledge of Arabic dialect handlingLegal AI Architecture Specialist:Understanding of LLM fine-tuningExperience with prompt engineeringKnowledge of legal document structureEthics & Evaluation Specialist:Understanding of AI bias and fairnessExperience with model evaluation metricsKnowledge of ethical AI frameworksProject Deliverables:Prototype of Arabic legal document analysis systemBias detection and mitigation frameworkPerformance evaluation reportsDocumentation of methodologies and findingsRegular presentations of progress and insightsLearning Opportunities:Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art AI technologiesExposure to legal tech industryMentorship from senior AI researchersPublication opportunitiesNetwork building within legal tech communityWhat We Offer:Competitive internship stipendFlexible remote work optionsDirect mentorship from senior team membersAccess to computational resourcesNetworking opportunitiesPotential for full-time employmentIdeal Candidates Will Demonstrate:Strong academic background in Computer Science, AI, or related fieldsPassion for legal technology innovationSelf-motivated learning abilityExcellent teamwork skillsStrong problem-solving abilitiesHow to Apply: Submit your:Resume/CVBrief cover letter highlighting your interest in Legal AIRelevant project examples or GitHub portfolioPreferred specialization area from aboveAvailable start date and preferred weekly scheduleCome join us in revolutionizing the legal technology landscape with culturally-aware AI solutions. We're looking for interns who aren't just seeking experience, but are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the intersection of AI, law, and language.For questions or applications, contact: HR@iLegal.me #LegalTech #ArtificialIntelligence #Internship #ArabicNLP #Innovation

  Shark Program Intern

  Shark Program Intern (unpaid)Go Dive Mossel Bay | Mossel Bay, South AfricaStart Dates: 1st of each month February-September| Duration: 1–3 monthsReady to dive into real-world marine conservation?Join our hands-on internship in Mossel Bay, South Africa. Receive up to 8 SCUBA certifications, take part in shark research efforts in one of the world’s premier Great White Shark hotspots, assist with shark cage diving operations by engaging in responsible marine ecotourism, and contribute to local coastal conservation projects — all while building a global network and living by the ocean.Responsibilities:Assist with shark cage diving and eco-tourism experiencesHelp collect shark fin ID photos for population studiesSupport seabird rehabilitation efforts (SAPREC)Conduct reef surveys and deploy underwater cameras (BRUVs)Participate in clean ocean dives and coastal cleanupsGain skills in benthic shark tagging, ethical fishing practices, and marine conservation outreachOptional: train toward NAUI Divemaster and skipper certificationWhy Join:Boost your resume with international fieldwork experienceGain real SCUBA and marine research skillsExplore South Africa’s marine megafauna in personWork alongside passionate conservationists and dive professionalsDetails:Internships available for 1, 2, or 3 monthsAccommodation included Open to all majors (must be 18+ and medically fit to dive)Apply at: https://godive.co.za/shark-program/ 📧 Questions? Email: scuba@godive.co.za

  Field Operations Intern

  Peterson Farms is a progressive,  family-operated row crop production farm based out of Loretto, KY.As a Field Operations Intern, you can expect to gain an understanding of how we utilize equipment and technology to produce high yields, all the while maintaining proper stewardship of the land that we farm. This is a very hands-on, operationally focused internship where, after being properly trained, interns will be tasked with operating equipment on their own. Interns will have a wide array of duties, including but not limited to:Utilizing on-board computing systemsRepairing and maintaining equipment and operating facilitiesAssisting in the movement/transport of necessary equipment between fieldsVarious other on-farm duties as assigned On-site housing is available for non-local interns at no cost. Visit the Careers tab of our website for more information, and to see the internship posting. 

  Geomicrobiology Researcher

  The NETL-Pittsburgh team is looking to add an individual who is able to perform DNA extraction and pcr amplification of microbial communities from energy systems.  Energy systems include coalbed methane wells, oil and gas reservoirs, subsurface aquifers, and powerplant waste effluents.  The participant will collaborate with the mentor and contract researchers specializing in geomicrobiology, and help increase the DNA analysis throughput of several different projects within NETL.