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

  Pastoral Intern

  Harbor Church is excited to announce our 2026 Summer Internship Program! Our 10-week program will run from Monday, June 8, 2026 through Sunday, August 16, 2026 on beautiful Cape Cod.The priority application deadline is February 15, 2026, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. If working for a fast-growing, multi-site local church while growing your passion for ministry is something you’re interested in, we encourage you to apply! To apply, please include your resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation! *References should be from either current or previous supervisors and/or professors!Looking for a little more information about what our Harbor internship experience offers? We’ve got you.We expect our interns to be fully involved in our day-to-day operations and planning, so be prepared to come up with ideas and to put those ideas into action! As a young church plant, we are constantly innovating and looking for new ways to reach our community and to serve our members. You will be involved in bi-weekly staff meetings, facilitated by our Lead Pastor, so you can expect to be included in all church decision-making.Our summer interns can expect to be innovative and creative, to have access to professional development and leadership training, and to be consistently encouraged to think bigger. You can expect this experience to leave you with a deeper understanding of local church operations, a community that feels like family, and on-going encouragement as you continue to grow in your faith. Pastoral Intern Responsibilities:At Harbor Church, we consider ourselves a family and we do everything we can to create an engaging and biblically-sound experiences for our members and guests. Working directly with our Lead, Campus,  and Executive Pastors, our pastoral intern will be highly involved in all day-to-day operations as well as our weekend experiences. Potential responsibilities may include: Leading and teaching in an adult discipleship settingDeveloping sermon prep, writing, and delivering skillsDeveloping small group ministry promotional materials and schedulesWriting daily devotionalsCoordinating and assisting with event planning and executionMain-stage speaking opportunitiesOther duties as assigned Frequently Asked Questions:Q. Is there an age restriction for the Harbor Church summer internship?A. Our internships are ideally suited for college-age students.Q. Do I need to have a personal vehicle to intern at Harbor Church?A. All interns are required to have a driver's license and access to a vehicle as public transportation is limited on Cape Cod.Q What about housing?A. As an added program benefit, Harbor Church will provide free housing for all interns through host families in our church community, if needed. When you email your resume, please let us know if you will need housing!Q. What does a typical week at Harbor Church look like?A. Your weekly schedule will depend on the specific area of ministry you serve in, but interns can expect to work on Sunday mornings from 7 AM to 1 PM, Thursday nights from 5:30-8:30, and an additional 10 hours during the week. Additionally, interns should expect to have some additional weekend and evening availability for special events.Q. Can I apply to more than one ministry area?A. Yes! Q. The program doesn't quite meet the qualifications of my college practicum/internship requirement. Should I still apply?A. Yes! Our program specifications are not set in stone, and we may be able to adjust internship content and scheduling to meet your school requirements, should we offer you a position. We recommend that you note this early in the application process so we can discuss any modifications in your interview.Q. Are Harbor Church internships paid?A. This year we are excited to offer a weekly stipend to each intern in addition to an honorarium at the completion of the semester!Q. I've submitted my application. Now what?A. Our leadership team will review applications on a rolling basis. Favorable applicants will be asked to enter a secondary Zoom interview process. Final job offers will be made shortly after.Q. I still have questions. Who can I talk to?A. Email any questions to intern@harborchurch.com. Q. Can I be married and participate in an internship? A. Yes, but in any given semester we may not be able to accept as many married applicants, especially those who are married with children, based on our ability to provide housing.Q. Where does vacation fit in with the internship? A. No paid vacation is provided.

  TikTok Shop Intern

  Catrice TikTok Shop Marketing Intern - Job DescriptionTitle: TikTok Shop InternDepartment: MarketingReports To: Social Commerce AssociateQualifications•Strong understanding of TikTok and influencer marketing within the beauty industry.•Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and time management skills.•Strong data management skills, with proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets for tracking and reporting.•Ability to multitask and work collaboratively across teams.•Creative thinker with a passion for social commerce, beauty trends, and digital storytelling.Job Duties/ResponsibilitiesCatrice Cosmetics USA - TikTok ShopAffiliate Management•Community Management: Manage the affiliate inbox and respond promptly to inquiries from creators and agents. Update creator addresses in the Master List as new submissions are received.•Manage Affiliate Creator Master List: Maintain and regularly update the Creator Master Tracker with new creator submissions, remove low-performing creators and ensure data accuracy and organization.•Influencer Scouting: Proactively scout high-performing, brand-aligned creators for sampling and partnership opportunities.•Package Seeding: Coordinate and send 15–20 packages to affiliate creators on a weekly basis.•Mass Product seedings: Assist Associate in compiling creator lists and executing seamless mailers.•Tools: Use Euka AI and other tools to discover new and high-performing affiliatesTikTok Shop Backend Management•Assist with updating TikTok Shop product detail pages (PDPs).•Monitor product health and maintain listings within the “good” performance range.•Create and manage virtual bundles.Competitive Reviews•Prepare quarterly competitive brand reviews to be presented to the Cosnova USA Inc. teamOffice Admin•Manage outgoing shipments and packages for the Catrice team.

  VOX Studios Near-Peer Production Intern

  VOX ATL welcomes applicants to serve as a near-peer intern to support after-school programming and media production at VOX ATL. VOX Studios is a production arm of VOX ATL that supports commissioned and community outreach content — content we make for community partners and clients. Interns will have the opportunity to co-lead and participate in skills workshops, help create a welcoming VOXy environment, connect with and support teen participants, and continue to develop their own media and professional leadership skills.This role is ideal for someone who is looking to continue to build their own writing, video, and podcast production skills while providing mentorship and support to others doing the same. This role is great for those who enjoy working collaboratively in an intergenerational environment and enjoy being a part of a production team focused on end-to-end production flows. Responsibilities:Collaborate with adult staff and teenage participants to help plan and execute multimedia content creation activities for teens. Assist in coordinating and promoting production calendars Assist in training and supporting teens in their multimedia-making Maintain regular communication with program participants to provide guidance and assistance for writing, video, and/or audio storytellingSupport individual content creators 1:1 with planning, producing, or editing their content  Foster a supportive and inclusive atmosphere conducive to creative expression, aligning with VOX’s ethos, encouraging participants to amplify their voices.Aid in the continuous assessment of the program's effectiveness, ensuring alignment with its objectives and overall support for the organization's initiatives.Enhance your own multimedia production skills, regularly leading, producing, and sharing content (a minimum of one per month)Coordinate with VOX ATL teen interns to strategize and execute the end-of-term showcase. Schedule & Compensation:This is a semester-long internship (Jan.-May). This position averages 10 hours per week, with emphasis on Tuesday, Wednesday after school, and Saturdays.The VOX Studios Near-Peer Production Intern must be able to attend weekly planning meetings, VOX Studios training sessions, recording sessions, and events. Additional scheduling will be coordinated with the Digital Media Specialist.Key Dates Include:Intern Training (Understanding your role, ambassadorship, media skills, peer editing, and mentorship) - Tues. Jan. 6th thru Thurs. Jan. 8th from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Weekly Intern Meetings - Tuesdays starting Jan 13th from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (In-person)Publishing Meetings/Skills Sessions - Held on alternating Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. (Hybrid)Production Meetings - Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (In-person)VOX ATL Open House - Sat. Jan. 18th VOX Studios Orientation - Sat. Jan. 24VOX ATL Adult Spelling Bee - Thurs. March 262026 Atlanta Youth Poet Laureate Open Mic & Commencement - Thurs. April 30VOX-A-PALOOZA - Sat. May 9 Intern Close Out - Tue. May 12Additional dates for community events and story assignments TBD This position will require in-person leadership, so the intern should be able to work from the VOX ATL office. You will track your time using VOX’s time-tracking process; compensation is $10/hour for up to 10 hours per week. MARTA breeze tickets or parking validation at the VOX office will be provided. Qualifications:Applicants must be 18-23 years old and must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must have experience in video and/or audio production, and creating media either through VOX ATL or elsewhere. Applicants must be willing to support positive youth development and principles of power-sharing with the teens they support at VOX ATL.  Deadline to apply: Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, at 11:59 P.M. EST.  

  Spring 2026 MRCTV Media Intern

  Do you want to broadcast conservative values, culture, politics, expose liberal media bias, and provide entertainment and information to a new and diverse audience? As a MRCTV intern, you will be writing as a blogger for MRCTV. You will have the chance to research, pitch, and write on topics that mainstream media avoids. Likewise, you will be able to attend and cover events in the D.C. area. There are opportunities for on-camera video hosting and man on the street interviewing. MRCTV also provides technical internships for video and audio production. Interns can assist with television appearances and camera and video editing. Qualities of an MRCTV intern: Up to date on current eventsCreativeTake initiativeInterested in photography and videography This internship is designed for conservative-minded students and recent graduates. We hire interns during three semesters (Fall, Spring, Summer). The current application is for our Spring internship program. Our internship for the Spring session begins on January 12th, 2026 and runs through April 3rd, 2026. To apply please submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 writing samples. Incomplete applications will not be considered. MRC internship program operates solely in-person, remote work is unavailable. Interns at MRC are paid $14/hr. The Media Research Center is a 501(c)3 research and education organization that has been the nation’s premier media watchdog since 1987. We are committed to neutralizing left-wing bias in the news media and popular culture. We do this through analysis and research (NewsBusters), blogs and video (MRCTV), and a complex grassroots and marketing initiative. Because we are a nonprofit, we are careful about our resources, and one of our greatest resources is a team of interns who are excited to learn and promote our work. For questions about the Media Research Center internship, please reach out to the internship manager, Isabella Cespedes at icespedes@mrc.org 

  Spring 2026 Public Relations Intern

  Public Relations Interns at the Media Research Center (MRC) will have the opportunity to work on and learn about actively pitching stories to MRC personalities for TV, radio, and print. The intern will report to the Press Secretary and assist with tracking and clipping media appearances, building reporter lists, and pitching staff from across the MRC brands for media appearances. The Public Relations department at MRC looks for interns that are:Timeliness and Responsive- PR moves quick, and interns should be ready to keep up with the fast paced environment.Strong Writing Skills- Writing is the foundation of everything in PR. Interns need to be clear, concise, and persuasive writers.Interpersonal Communication- Interns do not need to be extroverted but should be comfortable engaging with others in a friendly and professional manner.Awareness of current events- Interns should be able to speak intelligently about current issues and understand how those stories connect to the MRC mission.Alignment with MRC's mission- Interns should be excited about the work the MRC is doing! This internship is designed for conservative-minded students and recent graduates. We hire interns during three semesters (Fall, Spring, Summer). The current application is for our Spring internship program. Our internship for the Spring session begins on January 12th, 2026 and runs through April 3rd, 2026. To apply please submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 writing samples. Incomplete applications will not be considered. MRC internship program operates solely in-person, remote work is unavailable. Interns at MRC are paid $14/hr. The Media Research Center is a 501(c)3 research and education organization that has been the nation’s premier media watchdog since 1987. We are committed to neutralizing left-wing bias in the news media and popular culture. We do this through analysis and research (NewsBusters), blogs and video (MRCTV), and a complex grassroots and marketing initiative. Because we are a nonprofit, we are careful about our resources, and one of our greatest resources is a team of interns who are excited to learn and promote our work. For questions about the Media Research Center internship, please reach out to the internship manager, Isabella Cespedes at icespedes@mrc.org