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

  Financial Specialists

  Financial Specialists help families eliminate debt and build wealth. They are trusted supports to their clients. Financial Specialists work remotely and make the world a better place by changing families lives.  

  Marketing Creative Intern

  Job descriptionIn-Person Marketing & Creative Internships (Miami, FL)The CEO Creative | Adorb Custom Tees | OutdoorzeesWe are seeking creative, driven, and social-media-savvy interns to join our fast-growing group of brands operating in the personalization, gifting, and apparel industry. This is a hands-on, in-person internship based in Miami, offering real-world experience across marketing, content creation, and e-commerce operations.This is not a “watch from the sidelines” role. You will be actively involved in creating campaigns, producing content, and learning how multiple e-commerce businesses operate from the ground up. What You’ll DoCreate engaging marketing videos, social media content, and campaignsAssist with photography, design, and video editing for digital platformsContribute to social media strategy, trend research, and content planningGain behind-the-scenes exposure to e-commerce operations, including:Learn to operate professional apparel machinery, presses, and toolsCollaborate with founders and team members across multiple brandsWhat We’re Looking ForLocal Miami candidates only (in-person required)Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in:MarketingSocial Media / Digital MediaPhotographyGraphic DesignCommunications or related fieldsStrong understanding of social media platforms and trendsBasic experience with photography, design, or video editing toolsCreative, proactive, and eager to learnWhy This InternshipHands-on experience across multiple real e-commerce brandsLearn the full lifecycle of an online order, not just marketing theoryBuild a strong portfolio with real, published workExposure to both creative and operational sides of businessOpportunity to develop highly practical, in-demand skillsIf you are creative, curious, and excited about branding, social media, and e-commerce, this internship offers a rare opportunity to learn by doing—every single day.

  Quantitative Research Analyst

  Southern Ridges CapitalSouthern Ridges Capital is an investment firm managing fixed income, currency assets, and derivatives by employing discretionary macro and relative value investment strategies. We believe in cultivating a strong, collaborative culture where people are empowered to learn, grow, and do their best work. We are committed to mentoring early-career professionals and giving them the tools, exposure, and guidance to succeed in a dynamic and intellectually challenging environment. What You’ll DoAs a Quantitative Research Analyst, you’ll work closely with our investment team to develop insights and tools that directly support real-time investment decisions. This is a hands-on, learning-intensive role ideal for someone curious about financial markets and passionate about applying data-driven methods to solve complex problems. Your key responsibilities will include:Conduct research and analyses on market and economic dataWork with large data sets to identify, predict, and test market patternsBack-test and implement trading models and signals in a live trading environmentDevelop robust trading, risk analytics, and stress-testing frameworks/modelsImprove existing models, and translate algorithms into production-ready codeContribute to internal platform that present analytics developments in an accessible format What You’ll GainHands-on Experience: Exposure to live trading environments and real-world investment problems from day oneMentorship & Learning: Work closely with seasoned professionals who will support your growth through feedback and collaborationProfessional Development: Build skills in coding, data analysis, and financial market researchImpact: See your work contribute directly to the investment process and help drive results Who We’re Looking For Technical SkillsA minimum degree with a major in data science, statistics, mathematics, physics, engineering, operational research, or a related fieldProficient in Python and/or RA strong foundation in statistics, quantitative analysis, or data modeling Helpful ExperienceExposure to macroeconomic or financial data tools like Bloomberg, CEIC, Haver, or MacrobondInterest in financial markets and macroeconomic trendsBasic understanding of options, derivatives, or econometrics Soft SkillsA curious, analytical mindset and eagerness to learnStrong attention to detail and problem-solving skillsClear communication and willingness to ask questionsA team player who thrives in a collaborative and respectful environment  Why Join Us At Southern Ridges Capital, you will work closely with the investment team, and you will have the opportunity to contribute to real investment decisions and view your impact. You will gain a wider experience and better understanding of the investment world working in a smaller and more collaborative setup like ours. 

  Data Engineer

  Southern Ridges Capital Southern Ridges Capital is an investment firm managing fixed income, currency assets, and derivatives by employing discretionary macro and relative value investment strategies. We believe in cultivating a strong, collaborative culture where people are empowered to learn, grow, and do their best work. We are committed to mentoring early-career professionals and giving them the tools, exposure, and guidance to succeed in a dynamic and intellectually challenging environment.What You’ll Do As a Data Engineer, you’ll work closely with our investment team to support the development and maintenance of robust data systems that drive investment research and decision-making. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with a strong interest in data engineering, financial markets, and real-world applications of data-driven tools. Your key responsibilities will include:Build and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to ingest, process, and store structured and unstructured data from various sources.Prepare data for analysis or operational useEnsure data integrity, consistency, and quality by implementing monitoring, validation, and error-handling frameworksCollaborate closely with data analysts, researchers and portfolio managers to understand data needs and deliver fit-for-purpose solutionsWhat You’ll GainHands-on Experience: Exposure to live trading environments and real-world investment problems from day oneMentorship & Learning: Work closely with seasoned professionals who will support your growth through feedback and collaborationProfessional Development: Build skills in coding, data analysis, and financial market researchImpact: See your work contribute directly to the investment process and help drive results  What We’re Looking For Technical SkillsA minimum degree with a major in data science, statistics, mathematics, physics, engineering, or a related fieldProficient in Python and/or RWillingness to learn and apply new technologies in a practical, real-world setting. Helpful ExperienceExposure to macroeconomic or financial data tools like Bloomberg, CEIC, Haver, or MacrobondInterest in financial markets and macroeconomic trendsBasic understanding of options, derivatives, or econometrics  Soft SkillsStrong attention to detail and a structured, logical approach to problem-solvingEagerness to learn and improve your technical and domain knowledgeGood written and verbal communication skills.Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and initiativeHigh standards of integrity and professionalismWhy Join Us At Southern Ridges Capital, you will work closely with the investment team, and you will have the opportunity to contribute to real investment decisions and view your impact. You will gain a wider experience and better understanding of the investment world working in a smaller and more collaborative setup like ours.      

  Geospatial Remote Sensing Intern

  Company Description Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed forfarmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seedsimprove the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and moreproductive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigaterisks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, lesswater and fewer inputs.Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, includinginnovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growingconditions.Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.  Job Description Role OverviewSupport Syngenta’s Global Germplasm Development Pipeline through applying high-resolution satellite imagery and advanced geospatial analytics to extract actionable insights from multi-source satellite data to enhance breeding pipelines.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess and analyze high-resolution satellite imagery from commercial and public sources.Develop and validate remote sensing algorithms for physiological, agronomic, and performance trait estimationBuild automated geospatial workflows for large-scale image processing, feature extraction, and temporal analysis across diverse growing regionsLead an independent research project focused on satellite-based methodology or algorithm development, culminating in a presentation to research leadershipCollaborate with breeders and trialing teams to ground-truth satellite observations and translate remote sensing insights into actionable recommendationsDocument analytical methods, create reproducible code, and maintain technical documentation for geospatial pipelinesWhat Success Looks LikeThis internship provides hands-on experience with cutting-edge satellite technology and precision agriculture applications. You'll contribute to operational remote sensing systems that impact crop management decisions across thousands of acres globally, while building skills applicable to careers in digital agriculture, geospatial analytics, or graduate research.  Qualifications Required:Currently enrolled as a graduate student in an accredited college/universityPursuing degree in Remote Sensing, GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Agricultural Engineering, Geospatial Science, Data Science, Computer Science, or related disciplineMinimum 3.0 cumulative GPAPreferred:Strong spatial reasoning and analytical problem-solving abilitiesEffective communication skills for technical and non-technical audiencesProficiency in geospatial programming using Python (rasterio, geopandas, GDAL) and/or R (terra, sf, raster)Understanding of GIS software (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS) and spatial databasesExperience with machine learning applications in remote sensing (classification, regression, object detection)Familiarity with cloud-based geospatial platforms (Google Earth Engine, AWS, Planetary Computer)  Additional Information What We Offer:• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professionaldevelopment, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the teammembers. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement SavingsContribution.• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, EducationAssistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal.Learn more about our team and our mission here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNISyngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment,hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color,religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status,disability, or any other legally protected status.