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

  Marketing Event Planner

  Position SummaryWe are seeking a motivated and organized Marketing Event Planner / Assistant Intern to support the planning, coordination, and execution of marketing events, in-store promotions, and community outreach initiatives across Georgia. This role provides hands-on experience in event planning, field marketing, and brand engagement and is ideal for a student or recent graduate looking to build practical marketing experience in a fast-paced, multicultural retail environment.Program Duration & ScheduleThis is a Summer Internship opportunity, with an expected duration from April through August (flexible based on availability and school schedules).Part-time to full-time hours may be available depending on business needsAvailability for evenings and weekends is required, as many events occur during these timesKey ResponsibilitiesEvent Planning & ExecutionAssist in planning and executing community events, in-store promotions, sponsorships, and cultural activationsSupport event logistics, including vendor coordination, materials preparation, timelines, setup, and breakdownMaintain event calendars, checklists, and basic budgets to ensure deadlines are metAttend events as a brand representative and provide on-site supportMarketing SupportAssist in preparing marketing materials such as flyers, signage, giveaways, and basic digital assetsCapture photos and videos during events and organize content for internal reporting and social media useSupport post-event recaps, feedback collection, and performance trackingField & Team CoordinationCoordinate with store leadership and marketing team members to ensure event readinessCommunicate effectively with vendors, partners, and internal stakeholdersQualificationsRequiredCurrently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, Business, or a related fieldStrong organizational skills and attention to detailWillingness to travel within Georgia for events and store visitsAbility to lift and carry light event materials as neededBilingual (English/Spanish)PreferredFamiliarity with Canva, Microsoft Office, or similar toolsInterest in community marketing, retail promotions, and event coordinationBasic photo and video content creation skillsTravel & Gas AllowanceTravel is a core part of this role. Interns who use a personal vehicle for approved business travel will receive a gas allowance to help offset fuel expenses associated with work-related travel.What You Will GainHands-on experience in event planning and field marketingExposure to vendor coordination and community partnershipsExperience supporting multi-location marketing initiativesResume-building experience with real campaigns and events           

  Formulations Chemist Internship

  Student Internship Opening – Summer 2026 Consisting of five global business groups—Personal Care, Home Care, Agrochemical, Metal Extractions and Construction—Innospec’s Performance Chemicals provides effective technology-based solutions for these markets. Sustainability is at the forefront of everything we do. We combine innovative ingredient technologies, such as surfactants, solubilizers, emollients and silicones, with formulation expertise to deliver the right blend of science and creativity. We develop new solutions that contribute to a sustainable environment. We realize talented people have many choices, so we strive to create a working environment that encourages, inspires, and rewards employee innovation. We continue to invest in and evolve our competency development programs, competitive compensation plans, health benefits, and work-life programs. Innospec Performance Chemicals is truly the industry leader in providing a variety of career paths for those looking for a unique challenge.  The Opportunity Job Title: Formulations Chemist Internship - Personal Care  Location: Salisbury, NC Innospec is seeking one student intern to join the Performance Chemicals Personal Care Group within the Research & Development team beginning in May/June 2026 for 8-10 weeks. The role will be mainly laboratory based and will involve, under appropriate supervision and training: Raw material evaluationFormulation developmentProperties characterisation and evaluationHands on product testingLaboratory equipment and/or instrumentation setup and upkeep  The Ideal Candidate Prospective interns should possess an interest in personal care innovation and be studying towards a degree in chemistry or applied chemistry. Interns must be creative, eager to work in the lab, developing their formulating skills, have good communication, presentation, and organizational skills, and have the ability to work in a team or independently.   How to Apply If you wish to apply for this position, please forward a resume, cover letter, and student transcript to Kim Bartleson, Human Resources Manager, via email at kim.bartleson@innospecinc.com and Reference Summer 2026 R&D Intern in the subject line. Deadline for submissions is April 15, 2026.  For more information on Innospec, please visit our website: http://www.innospecinc.com 

  HR Intern

  General Description:The HR Intern will be working closely with the Human Resources Team, to learn all aspect of BHA and the HR department and systems. The BHA is going through some great transformation as an organization and many HR projects have been launched around Employee Engagement, Empowerment, and Professional Development. Some of the pilot projects are still being planned out – so this is a great time for an intern to join our team and learn how organizational programs around change management are created, piloted, launched and implemented. The Human Resources department is also transitioning onto different digital platforms which will provide the intern an opportunity to work with different software and systems. Duties & Responsibilities:Work with all department managers and HR team to update Dept. Org ChartsHelp map out HR processes and procedures; especially around the new hire processAssist with implementation of a new Applicant Tracking System with an onboarding moduleAssist in compliance training and tracking completed certificationsTake part in team meetings and track decisions and progress madeLead and assist in other ongoing projects as assigned by the Human Resources Director. Minimum Qualifications & Experience:Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Docs required.Proficiency in Outlook and Microsoft Office preferred.Excellent analytical and problem solving skillsSolid verbal and written communications skillsDisciplined work ethic and a curious/investigative natureAbility to work efficiently, work effectively, and meet deadlinesHighly organized and detail oriented;Ability to manage highly confidential material in a mature, professional manner. We are seeking to hire an HR Intern beginning April 2026. Core hours will be Monday through Friday from 9:00AM to 5:00PM daily with a one-hour lunch break.

  Cleveland Museum of Art Internship in IT Infrastructure

  Cleveland Museum of Art Internship in IT Infrastructure The Cleveland Museum of Art’s Digital Innovation and Technology Services department is seeking a student with an IT or networking background to assist with updating our network monitoring system. Students will learn to use industry-standard network tools to discover, configure, and monitor a wide range of network devices. They will also develop skills in transforming monitoring data into actionable information through the creation of department-specific network dashboards. This experience will provide additional exposure to data center technologies, including networking, internet and WAN connectivity, server hardware, SAN storage systems, virtualization environments, and power and environmental monitoring systems. Over the course of the internship, the chosen candidate will gain experience in: Discovery and classification of all active devices on the network.Configuration or validation of network monitoring for the following device types:Network switches, wireless access points, and firewalls.Network-enabled security cameras and related devices.Audiovisual equipment and office equipment.Servers, virtual infrastructure, and key workstations.Environmental monitoring equipment and uninterruptible power supply (UPS).Creation of network dashboards or reports using standard network monitoring tools to provide quick visual status of the equipment listed above.Documentation outlining how to use and interpret the network monitoring system. This internship will provide the selected candidate with hands-on experience implementing network monitoring within a large, complex environment that includes a diverse range of devices not typically found in standard business networks or academic labs. Through this work, the student will gain a deeper understanding of the hardware, software, and tools that support modern IT infrastructure. As the project progresses, the student will also strengthen key professional skills, including troubleshooting, time management, and technical communication. Eligibility Requirements An undergraduate-level student with networking knowledge is required.Prior experience with network switches, firewalls, and access points is preferred.Familiarity with servers, storage, and/or virtualization technology is desirable. Required Application Materials  Cover letterResumeContact information for 3 references  Application Deadline: April 10th, 2026 The pay rate for this internship is $15/hour.   This internship is 28 hours/week for nine weeks. The intern will attend weekly meetings with their mentor to review progress and refine the project plan. Additional meetings with other departments will be scheduled as needed. All work will be performed during normal business hours. The anticipated start date for this internship is June 1st, 2026.

  Data Intern, Health Economics

  Company OverviewGreater New York Hospital Association (GNYHA) is a trade association located in New York City representing more than 200 hospitals, health systems, and continuing care facilities in New York State, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.GNYHA is a dynamic, constantly evolving center for health care advocacy and expertise, but our core mission—helping hospitals deliver the finest patient care in the most cost-effective way—never changes. GNYHA’s advocacy takes many forms, from representing our members’ interest at the Federal and State governments to working alongside them to improve quality and patient safety.Role and Responsibilities:GNYHA is seeking a data intern to work with the Finance, Economics, Surveys & Outcomes Research department for a paid opportunity this summer. Reporting to the Vice President of Health Economics, the data intern will assist with a range of computing tasks in support of quantitative research. The intern’s responsibilities will include:Maintaining a database to facilitate the identification of hospitals in the nation, with an emphasis on those in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, along with descriptive information, and work with the department to develop processes to ensure that the database can be easily updated after the internship periodEvaluating alternative platforms to facilitate sharing of this database among GNYHA staff as a centralized single source of truthHelping with the design of the data model for a data warehouse/database to host longitudinal patient level records and geographic support data to enable staff to perform spatial analysesSupporting research activities of the department including analyses of various health care trends and policy issues to support GNYHA’s advocacy Required Qualifications:Current undergraduate student, either at the bachelor’s or associate’s level with a strong focus on quantitative research/data analysis/data science, preferably with interests in a relevant field, including but not limited to economics, public health, public policy, health administration, or health care managementStrong interest in computing technology as it relates to data processing and data analytics (e.g. database design/management, ETL pipeline, cloud computing, etc.)Proficiency with Excel, SQL, a programming/scripting language (e.g. Python, Ruby, SAS, C#, C++, etc.), Word, PowerPointAptitude for quantitative analysis using large datasetsSuperior writing and oral communication skills; ability to explain complex topics in an understandable mannerHighly organized and strong attention to detailAbility to efficiently manage projects with direction and oversight Internship Length: The internship will last for eight weeks, starting Tuesday, June 9, until Wednesday, August 5. GNYHA will consider requests to use this internship to fulfill credit requirements.Work schedule: A hybrid model with the expectation to work physically in our office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays as mandatory in-office days with a fourth in-office day at your discretion, in conjunction with your supervisor and the business needs of your department. This schedule may be subject to change in GNYHA’s sole discretion.Compensation: The intern will be paid $17.00 per hour for the duration of the program.