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

  Nonprofit Fundraising & Social Impact Internship in Bali

  Nonprofit Fundraising & Social Impact Internship in BaliPROGRAM OVERVIEW:The Suwandi Foundation is a nonprofit that does things differently – we focus on making an impact in one community, build genuine friendships with Balinese partners, and are a small team of young people who are agile and passion-driven.The organization is a California-based 501(c)3 nonprofit that serves communities in the Karangasem region of Bali, Indonesia.The mission of the organization is to use the power of education to help children in Bali break out of the cycle of poverty and achieve their dreams. To do this, we supplement Balinese public school education by developing community learning centers that provide essential skills for children to achieve big dreams. At these centers, students engage in English language education, computer literacy classes, extracurricular activities, and community/relationship building skills. This internship will focus on three key areas: nonprofit fundraising projects, English language teaching, and personal growth. Each day, you will collaborate on your personalized internship project, participate in cultural immersion activities, and volunteer as an after school English co-teacher, immersing yourself in a community-driven social impact experience. This is a hands-on, non-traditional internship experience; you will be joining a small grassroots team that will support your project development and guide your daily work.INTERNSHIP DETAILS:Internship Dates (On-Site in Tulamben, Bali):Applicants may choose one of the following cohorts:• May 23 - June 19, 2026• July 1 - July 31, 2026(Please contact us if you are interested in alternative dates.)Program Duration:8 weeks total:• 2 weeks remote pre-departure training• 4 weeks on-site in Bali• 2 weeks remote post-program wrap-up$3,800 USD all-inclusive program price, excluding flights. Scholarships available.Personalized daily guidance and mentorship from our team of experts.CLICK HERE to read more details about the program.OBJECTIVES:Nonprofit FundraisingQualifications/Skills: Strong critical thinking and analysis skills transferable to verbal communication and writing, adaptability in unexpected situations, exceptional collaborative teamwork skills, proficiency in Google Suite applications, and excellent organizational and time management skills.Ideate and develop an innovative fundraising event or campaign that aligns with the organization’s mission, vision, and values.Collect meaningful thank you notes and tokens of appreciation to strengthen post-event relations with donors.Support in other nonprofit development tasks that arise.Service Learning Qualifications/Skills: Open-mindedness with strong desire for personal growth, adaptability and flexibility in new settings, excellent listening and communication abilities, and willingness to cultivate empathy and learn from diverse perspectives.Complete our intercultural competency module before arrival to establish a foundational understanding of Balinese culture and ethical practices for thoughtfully and respectfully engaging with the community, helping to minimize unintended harm.Co-teach English lessons at a local community learning center four days a week. Engage and collaborate with local partners, prioritizing their needs and perspectives and remaining open to learning from their viewpoints. Foster a spirit of reciprocity and respect, contributing meaningfully to the community’s educational endeavors.Actively engage in self reflection and group reflective discussions, exploring complex topics such as self-awareness, cultural diversity, privilege, and power dynamics in open-ended, critical ways. Cultivate an appreciation for the diverse ways people understand and interact with the world. Participate in group activities designed for interns to gain a deep, authentic understanding of Balinese culture and norms through directly learning from local community members. While interns support English language education in Bali, they will also participate in weekly Indonesian language classes during the program to foster reciprocity and deeper cultural connection.DELIVERABLES:The internship has 3 primary deliverables, in addition to other routine tasks.Development of an innovative fundraising event or campaign, including collection of meaningful tokens of appreciation for donors16 one-hour lesson plans taught at the learning centerA written reflection on your internship experienceWHO SHOULD APPLY:This internship is open to enthusiastic individuals from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about intercultural learning, community engagement, ethical volunteer work, and transformative education. Applicants should be adaptable, open-minded, empathetic, and eager to embrace new perspectives and challenges. Prior experience in educational settings, community service, or intercultural environments is preferred.Note: As this is a highly immersive and culturally sensitive program, participants are expected to approach the experience with openness and respect for local culture and traditions. Be ready to expand your perspectives, challenge personal assumptions, and grow as a more globally aware and socially conscious individual.CLICK HERE to schedule a call with a team member to learn more.

  Video Production & Social Impact Internship in Bali

  Video Production & Social Impact Internship in BaliPROGRAM OVERVIEW:The Suwandi Foundation is a nonprofit that does things differently – we focus on making an impact in one community, build genuine friendships with Balinese partners, and are a small team of young people who are agile and passion-driven.The organization is a California-based 501(c)3 nonprofit that serves communities in the Karangasem region of Bali, Indonesia.The mission of the organization is to use the power of education to help children in Bali break out of the cycle of poverty and achieve their dreams. To do this, we supplement Balinese public school education by developing community learning centers that provide essential skills for children to achieve big dreams. At these centers, students engage in English language education, computer literacy classes, extracurricular activities, and community/relationship building skills. This internship will focus on three key areas: a video production project, English language teaching, and personal growth. Each day, you will collaborate on your personalized internship project, participate in cultural immersion activities, and volunteer as an after school English co-teacher, immersing yourself in a community-driven social impact experience. This is a hands-on, non-traditional internship experience; you will be joining a small grassroots team that will support your project development and guide your daily work.INTERNSHIP DETAILS:Internship Dates (On-Site in Tulamben, Bali):Applicants may choose one of the following cohorts:• May 23 - June 19, 2026• July 1 - July 31, 2026(Please contact us if you are interested in alternative dates.)Program Duration:8 weeks total:• 2 weeks remote pre-departure training• 4 weeks on-site in Bali• 2 weeks remote post-program wrap-up$3,800 USD all-inclusive program price, excluding flights. Scholarships available.Personalized daily guidance and mentorship from our team of experts.CLICK HERE to read more details about the program.OBJECTIVES:Video ProductionQualifications/Skills: Bringing your own camera equipment and tools, experience in ideating, shooting, and editing short documentary-style videos, creative strategizing and planning, adaptability in unexpected situations, and excellent organizational and time management skills.Write, shoot, and edit one 5-10 minute documentary-style video, with the Suwandi Foundation voice, style, and mission in mind.Service Learning Qualifications/Skills: Open-mindedness with strong desire for personal growth, adaptability and flexibility in new settings, excellent listening and communication abilities, and willingness to cultivate empathy and learn from diverse perspectives.Complete our intercultural competency module before arrival to establish a foundational understanding of Balinese culture and ethical practices for thoughtfully and respectfully engaging with the community, helping to minimize unintended harm.Co-teach English lessons at a local community learning center four days a week. Engage and collaborate with local partners, prioritizing their needs and perspectives and remaining open to learning from their viewpoints. Foster a spirit of reciprocity and respect, contributing meaningfully to the community’s educational endeavors.Actively engage in self reflection and group reflective discussions, exploring complex topics such as self-awareness, cultural diversity, privilege, and power dynamics in open-ended, critical ways. Cultivate an appreciation for the diverse ways people understand and interact with the world.Participate in group activities designed for interns to gain a deep, authentic understanding of Balinese culture and norms through directly learning from local community members. While interns support English language education in Bali, they will also participate in weekly Indonesian language classes during the program to foster reciprocity and deeper cultural connection.DELIVERABLES:The internship has 3 primary deliverables, in addition to other routine tasks.One 5-10 minute documentary-style video16 one-hour lesson plans taught at the learning centerA written reflection on your internship experienceWHO SHOULD APPLY:This internship is open to enthusiastic individuals from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about intercultural learning, community engagement, ethical volunteer work, and transformative education. Applicants should be adaptable, open-minded, empathetic, and eager to embrace new perspectives and challenges. Prior experience in educational settings, community service, or intercultural environments is preferred.Note: As this is a highly immersive and culturally sensitive program, participants are expected to approach the experience with openness and respect for local culture and traditions. Be ready to expand your perspectives, challenge personal assumptions, and grow as a more globally aware and socially conscious individual.CLICK HERE to schedule a call with a team member to learn more.

  [2026 Summer Internship] Software Engineer (Shenzhen,China)

  [Job description]:Developing embedded software for Iot devicesDeveloping Edge AI Functions ]Key Technologies Involved]:Familiar with computer languages and operation system, understand the relevant processes of Al model training and deployment [Requirements[:1. Proficient in C/C++/Python. Familiar with the Linux OS.2. Proficient in basic development tools including but not limited to: bash, gcc, git3. Experience with at least one of TensorFlow,Keras,PyTorch or OpenCV.4. Knowledge of multimedia engineering and network programming [Benefits and Benefits of Internship]:Provide internship allowance to guarantee basic living (no more than 200 yuan/working day for undergraduates; No more than 250 yuan/working day for master students;)Purchase commercial insurance (personal accident insurance) to prevent accidentsPurchase government industrial injury insurance (Shenzhen) and enjoy government protectionfull-time engineers to teach, to help you quickly improveExchange of students from famous universities at home and abroad, collision of the latest ideas[Notes]:Working Location: ShenzhenSpecial note: This position is a summer internship, does not provide opportunities to transfer, find a formal worker do not deliver.You need to pay for your own round-trip airfareYou are responsible for your own accommodation and dinnerYou will need to settle your entry and exit documents

  Cultural Anthropology Research & Social Impact Internship in Bali

  Cultural Anthropology Research & Social Impact Internship in BaliPROGRAM OVERVIEW:The Suwandi Foundation is a nonprofit that does things differently – we focus on making an impact in one community, build genuine friendships with Balinese partners, and are a small team of young people who are agile and passion-driven.The organization is a California-based 501(c)3 nonprofit that serves communities in the Karangasem region of Bali, Indonesia.The mission of the organization is to use the power of education to help children in Bali break out of the cycle of poverty and achieve their dreams. To do this, we supplement Balinese public school education by developing community learning centers that provide essential skills for children to achieve big dreams. At these centers, students engage in English language education, computer literacy classes, extracurricular activities, and community/relationship building skills. This internship will focus on three key areas: anthropology research projects, English language teaching, and personal growth. Each day, you will collaborate on your personalized internship project, participate in cultural immersion activities, and volunteer as an after school English co-teacher, immersing yourself in a community-driven social impact experience. This is a hands-on, non-traditional internship experience; you will be joining a small grassroots team that will support your project development and guide your daily work.INTERNSHIP DETAILS:Internship Dates (On-Site in Tulamben, Bali):Applicants may choose one of the following cohorts:• May 23 - June 19, 2026• July 1 - July 31, 2026(Please contact us if you are interested in alternative dates.)Program Duration:8 weeks total:• 2 weeks remote pre-departure training• 4 weeks on-site in Bali• 2 weeks remote post-program wrap-up$3,800 USD all-inclusive program price, excluding flights. Scholarships available.Personalized daily guidance and mentorship from our team of experts.CLICK HERE to read more details about the program.OBJECTIVES:Cultural Anthropology ResearchQualifications/Skills: Prior experience conducting digital research is mandatory, prior experience or coursework in qualitative research methodology is preferred, strong critical thinking and analysis skills transferable to verbal communication and writing, proficiency in Google Suite applications, and excellent organizational and time management skills.Conduct digital research on 3-4 key components of Balinese history relevant to the local community, the program’s mission, and service work, identifying academic articles and credible videos on these topics.Write a document summarizing key concepts including key learnings with citations, the relevance to program participants and local community members, connections between concepts and real-life applications, and further research questions and goals for continued exploration.Create an outline to a 10-20 learning module on key research findings for future participants to learn about your research.Service Learning Qualifications/Skills: Open-mindedness with strong desire for personal growth, adaptability and flexibility in new settings, excellent listening and communication abilities, and willingness to cultivate empathy and learn from diverse perspectives.Complete our intercultural competency module before arrival to establish a foundational understanding of Balinese culture and ethical practices for thoughtfully and respectfully engaging with the community, helping to minimize unintended harm.Co-teach English lessons at a local community learning center four days a week. Engage and collaborate with local partners, prioritizing their needs and perspectives and remaining open to learning from their viewpoints. Foster a spirit of reciprocity and respect, contributing meaningfully to the community’s educational endeavors.Actively engage in self reflection and group reflective discussions, exploring complex topics such as self-awareness, cultural diversity, privilege, and power dynamics in open-ended, critical ways. Cultivate an appreciation for the diverse ways people understand and interact with the world. Participate in group activities designed for interns to gain a deep, authentic understanding of Balinese culture and norms through directly learning from local community members. While interns support English language education in Bali, they will also participate in weekly Indonesian language classes during the program to foster reciprocity and deeper cultural connection.DELIVERABLES:The internship has 4 primary deliverables, in addition to other routine tasks.Conduct digital research on Balinese history, writing document summarizing key concepts and relevance to the programCreate 10-20 learning module on key research findings for future participants to learn about your research16 one-hour lesson plans taught at the learning centerA written reflection on your internship experienceWHO SHOULD APPLY:This internship is open to enthusiastic individuals from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about intercultural learning, community engagement, ethical volunteer work, and transformative education. Applicants should be adaptable, open-minded, empathetic, and eager to embrace new perspectives and challenges. Prior experience in educational settings, community service, or intercultural environments is preferred.Note: As this is a highly immersive and culturally sensitive program, participants are expected to approach the experience with openness and respect for local culture and traditions. Be ready to expand your perspectives, challenge personal assumptions, and grow as a more globally aware and socially conscious individual.CLICK HERE to schedule a call with a team member to learn more.

  TEFL & Social Impact Internship in Bali

  TEFL & Social Impact Internship in BaliPROGRAM OVERVIEW:The Suwandi Foundation is a nonprofit that does things differently – we focus on making an impact in one community, build genuine friendships with Balinese partners, and are a small team of young people who are agile and passion-driven.The organization is a California-based 501(c)3 nonprofit that serves communities in the Karangasem region of Bali, Indonesia.The mission of the organization is to use the power of education to help children in Bali break out of the cycle of poverty and achieve their dreams. To do this, we supplement Balinese public school education by developing community learning centers that provide essential skills for children to achieve big dreams. At these centers, students engage in English language education, computer literacy classes, extracurricular activities, and community/relationship building skills. This internship will focus on three key areas: education development projects, English language teaching, and personal growth. Each day, you will collaborate on your personalized internship project, participate in cultural immersion activities, and volunteer as an after school English co-teacher, immersing yourself in a community-driven social impact experience. This is a hands-on, non-traditional internship experience; you will be joining a small grassroots team that will support your project development and guide your daily work.INTERNSHIP DETAILS:Internship Dates (On-Site in Tulamben, Bali):Applicants may choose one of the following cohorts:• May 23 - June 19, 2026• July 1 - July 31, 2026(Please contact us if you are interested in alternative dates.)Program Duration:8 weeks total:• 2 weeks remote pre-departure training• 4 weeks on-site in Bali• 2 weeks remote post-program wrap-up$3,800 USD all-inclusive program price, excluding flights. Scholarships available.Personalized daily guidance and mentorship from our team of experts.CLICK HERE to read more details about the program.OBJECTIVES:TEFLQualifications/Skills: Experience in creating and implementing lesson plans and/or curriculum development, teaching experience at any educational level, knowledge of effective pedagogical techniques and instructional strategies, proficiency in Google Suite applications, and excellent organizational and time management skills.Develop a series of 16 one-hour lessons that form a cohesive, thematic curriculum. Collaborate with the local education team to select a theme that reflects your expertise and interests while addressing identified local needs. Lesson plans will align with the learning center’s pedagogical framework, which prioritizes project-based, discussion-based, and student-driven learning methods.After teaching each lesson, evaluate and reflect on the strengths and areas for improvement, refining the curriculum to enhance its effectiveness for future instructors.Create a teaching resource for future volunteers to utilize as an example thematic unit curriculum.Monitor and assess student progress throughout your time at the learning center, and compile a comprehensive teacher report analyzing the overall performance and growth of your class.Social ImpactQualifications/Skills: Open-mindedness with strong desire for personal growth, adaptability and flexibility in new settings, excellent listening and communication abilities, and willingness to cultivate empathy and learn from diverse perspectives.Complete our intercultural competency module before arrival to establish a foundational understanding of Balinese culture and ethical practices for thoughtfully and respectfully engaging with the community, helping to minimize unintended harm.Collaborate with local partners, prioritizing their needs and perspectives and remaining open to learning from their viewpoints. Foster a spirit of reciprocity and respect, contributing meaningfully to the community’s educational endeavors.Engage in self reflection and group reflective discussions, exploring complex topics such as self-awareness, cultural diversity, privilege, and power dynamics in open-ended, critical ways. Cultivate an appreciation for the diverse ways people understand and interact with the world. Participate in group activities designed for interns to gain a deep, authentic understanding of Balinese culture and norms through directly learning from local community members. While interns support English language education in Bali, they will also participate in weekly Indonesian language classes during the program to foster reciprocity and deeper cultural connection.DELIVERABLES:The internship has 4 primary deliverables, in addition to other routine tasks.Thematic curriculum consisting of 16 one-hour lesson plansTeaching resource document / bookletEnd of term teacher’s assessment report of student progressA written reflection on your internship experienceWHO SHOULD APPLY:This internship is open to enthusiastic individuals from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about intercultural learning, community engagement, ethical volunteer work, and transformative education. Applicants should be adaptable, open-minded, empathetic, and eager to embrace new perspectives and challenges. Prior experience teaching in educational settings is required. Prior experience in community service or intercultural environments is preferred.Note: As this is a highly immersive and culturally sensitive program, participants are expected to approach the experience with openness and respect for local culture and traditions. Be ready to expand your perspectives, challenge personal assumptions, and grow as a more globally aware and socially conscious individual.CLICK HERE to schedule a call with a team member to learn more.