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

  Market & School Engagement Intern — EdTech / K-12 Outreach

  LocationRemotePreference for students with strong local connections in CA / NY / NJ / TX / IL About UsDAHUA AI is building next-generation educational tools that support ESL (English as a Second Language) and multi-subject learning for K–12 students and teachers in the United States.Our mission is to empower schools with tools that reduce teacher workload, support language development across subjects, and produce meaningful, real-world learning outcomes. We work directly with teachers, schools, and districts to co-design pilots that reflect actual classroom needs. Position OverviewWe are looking for motivated interns who are interested in education, community engagement, and real-world school collaboration.As a Market & School Engagement Intern, you will be part of our early-stage school engagement and pilot discovery efforts. You will help us understand teacher needs, support ongoing conversations with schools, and contribute to the documentation and coordination required for early pilot initiatives across U.S. school districts.This role is well-suited for students interested in education, EdTech, applied research, or school-facing work. Key ResponsibilitiesSupport outreach to teachers, coordinators, and school staff to schedule and participate in discovery conversationsAssist with documenting teacher feedback, expectations, and conditions for pilot participationOrganize insights from conversations into structured summaries and internal reportsHelp maintain engagement trackers, shared resources, and internal documentationParticipate in regular team check-ins and share learnings across intern cohortsProvide input on classroom realities, educator priorities, and school workflows What You’ll LearnHow U.S. K–12 schools and educators evaluate and adopt new toolsProfessional communication with teachers, coordinators, and school staffEarly-stage pilot design and feedback analysisCross-functional collaboration across education, operations, and product teamsHow EdTech companies work directly with schools and districts Who We’re Looking ForCurrently enrolled college student or recent graduatePreferred areas of study: Education, Linguistics, TESOL, Cognitive Science, Psychology, Communication, Business, EdTech (or related fields)Strong verbal and written communication skillsOrganized, detail-oriented, and comfortable documenting conversationsComfortable interacting with educators and professionalsAble to work independently and manage time responsiblyGenuine interest in education and student learning outcomes Bonus (Not Required, But Helpful)Experience tutoring, teaching, or working with K–12 schoolsFamiliarity with ESL / ELL or bilingual education contextsGeneral understanding of U.S. school structuresExperience using tools like Notion, Google Docs, or basic CRM / tracking systems Commitment & TimelineOnboarding: Late January to mid-February (rolling onboarding)Duration: Through June (with potential extension)Time Commitment: Approximately 10–15 hours per weekFormat: Remote, with flexible scheduling

  Marketing & Partnerships Intern (Remote) - Productivity App

  About Yoodoo:Yoodoo is a time-blocking planner app (iOS & Android) for chaotic brains, for people who've tried every productivity system and watched them all fail. We've got 50,000+ users, real revenue, and we're ready to scale.I'm Ross, the founder. I spent 12 years as a UX designer at Spotify, Facebook, and Ticketmaster before burning out and building something that actually works for people like me. Now I'm scaling this thing, and I need your help. The Role:I'm looking for a hungry, organised marketing student (or recent grad) to help me blow this up. You'll own real projects from day one:Influencer outreach, Research, contact, and manage relationships with creators in the productivity, self-improvement, mental health, and "messy brain" spacePartnership development, Reach out to coaches, therapists, and universitiesB2B prospecting, Identify and contact HR/People teams at companies interested in employee wellbeing and productivity toolsCommunity growth, Find and engage with communities where our users hang outYou'll work directly with me. No fetching coffee, no busy work — just real growth marketing on a real product. What You'll Get:Hands-on startup experience (not a “learning module”, actual work that moves the needle)Mentorship from an award-winning designer who's worked at the biggest tech companiesPortfolio material you can actually talk about in interviewsA glowing reference/recommendationPotential for paid role, stipend, or revenue-share as we grow, If you make Yoodoo explode then you'll get paid and the possibility of stock options (i'm a fair guy)Free Yoodoo Pro for life (obviously) You Might Be Great If:You're studying marketing, business, communications, or related field (or recently graduated)You're organised and can follow up relentlesslyYou're comfortable with outreach, DMs, emails, cold contact don't scare youYou're self-directed, I'll give you a target, you figure out how to hit itYou're into productivity, self-improvement, or just helping people get their shit together To Apply:Send me a short email or message with:A few sentences on why this interests youOne example of a time you reached out to someone cold and made something happen (doesn't have to be professional, could be getting a speaker for a uni event, landing a gig, whatever)Your LinkedIn or CVNo cover letter essays. Keep it tight.

  Campus Brand Ambassador

  Alcov Campus Brand Ambassador📍 Location: On-Campus (Remote coordination with Alcov HQ)🕒 Part-Time | Flexible hours | Paid + PerksAbout AlcovAlcov is an AI-powered interior design app that helps people transform their spaces with personalized furniture recommendations, style boards, and room renderings. We’re on a mission to make great design accessible to everyone — and we want you to help us spread the word!Role OverviewAs a Campus Brand Ambassador, you’ll be the face of Alcov at your school. You’ll introduce students to our app, drive sign-ups, and bring creative energy to grassroots marketing efforts on campus. This is a great opportunity for students interested in marketing, design, tech, or startups to gain real-world experience while having fun.What You’ll DoPromote Alcov on campus through word-of-mouth, club outreach, and social mediaShare QR code stickers and flyers in dorms, lounges, and campus hotspotsPost about Alcov on your personal TikTok/Instagram/StoriesProvide feedback from peers to help us improve the appWhat We’re Looking ForOutgoing, creative, and plugged into campus lifeInterest in interior design, architecture, marketingActive on social media with an engaged audience and strong digital presenceExperience creating contentReliable and organized — able to manage outreach independentlyHigh-energy with a get-it-done attitudeCompensation & Perks: Hybrid modelBase stipend (monthly)Plus bonus based on traffic/downloads drivenResume-building experience working with a fast-growing design/tech startupWhy Join Us?Flexible hours you can fit around your class scheduleChance to get hands-on marketing experience in a creative industryBe part of a passionate startup team reimagining the future of interior design

  Social Media Intern

  Company: Perfect Door PropertiesLocation: Remote | Flexible HoursCompensation: To Be Announced (TBA)About Us:Perfect Door Properties is a growing real estate company managing rentals, renovations, and flips across Arkansas and Mississippi. We’re looking for creative interns to help us grow our online presence and brand voice. What You’ll Do:Create and schedule posts on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedInBrainstorm fun & engaging campaigns for properties and projectsTrack engagement and share insightsResearch social trends & competitorsHelp manage online interactions (comments/messages) What We’re Looking For:Passion for social media, content creation, or marketingFamiliar with Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedInCanva/CapCut or editing tool skills a plus (not required)Creative, detail-oriented, and reliable What You’ll Gain:Real-world experience running social media accountsPortfolio-worthy projects to show off your workFlexible schedule — perfect for balancing school & internshipRemote work opportunity Duration: 10–15 hrs/week | 3–4 months

  Strategy & Chief of Staff Intern

  Quandela is hiring a Strategy & Chief of Staff Support Intern for a 6-month internship final-year or gap year P2), starting September / October 2026.Quandela is the European leader in the design, manufacturing, and commercialization of photonic quantum computers.This is an excellent opportunity to work in a French deeptech company at a pivotal moment, as we structure our commercial activities in an industry with complex sales cycles and multiple offerings (hardware, consulting, software). DescriptionProvide strategic oversight, analysis, and structuring, and support the Chief of Staff in informing decisions for the Executive Committee (COMEX) and company leadership.This role involves 70% Chief of Staff and 30% Commercial Director responsibilities Your Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Support to the Chief of Staff & LeadershipPreparation of strategic notes and decision documents:CEO / CGO discussionsCOMEX pointsBoard preparationStructuring a 360° vision of company projects:Progress trackingResources mobilizedDependenciesCross-functional monitoring of priority topics and support for executive coordinationSupport in preparing events for the CEO and Commercial Director Market, Competitive & Strategic IntelligenceStructured competitive intelligence:Competitor positioningCommunication, offerings, announcementsMarket analysis:Trends (Cloud, HPC, Research, Enterprise)Commercial structure comparisons (“what are others doing?”)Production of concise, actionable notesContribution to M&A reflections:Preliminary analyses of target companiesBenchmarks (without deal management) Business Strategy & GrowthSupport in strategic thinking and internal product creation alongside Sales / algorithm teams:Go-to-market strategyMarket / geography prioritizationStrategic partnerships (upstream)Production of market insights to feed commercial strategyOccasional interaction with:Commercial DirectorSales teamsHR (on organizational and workforce topics) Organization & Internal InformationSupport in centralizing strategic information and communicating itParticipation in structuring internal knowledge basesSupport in reflecting on internal organization and operating methods Communication & Image (Strategic Aspect)Contribution to reflections on:Global positioningMessage consistencyParticipation in scoping website improvement needs:Diagnosis, structuring, prioritizationEnsuring the website reflects the company in real-time RequirementsYou’re curious, proactive and willing to learn fast.Currently pursuing a Master’s degree from a top engineering or business school.Eligible for a 6-month internship agreement.Strong interest in deep-tech, innovation, and fast-growing environments.Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.Ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage multiple priorities.Fluent in French and English.