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

  Teaching Assistant: Forensic Science (Summer 2026)

  National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC)American University, Columbia UniversityThe National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) seeks Teaching Assistants (TAs) for its Forensic Science Program, a 9-day residential conference for high school students interested in crime scene investigation. TAs play a critical role in guiding students through hands-on learning, leadership development, and residential life.The Role:Teaching Assistants mentor a small group of 12–16 students, support academic and leadership programming, and serve as residential advisors. TAs arrive 5 days prior to student arrival for mandatory training and work 9-day sessions with a 3-day break between sessions. Days are long and active, typically lasting from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.Responsibilities:Lead small-group discussions and debriefsTeach academic and leadership sessionsSupport program logistics and administrative needsChaperone off-campus trips and evening activitiesLive in the residence hall with students and serve as a Resident AdvisorQualificationsCurrent college student with an interest or background in forensic scienceDemonstrated leadership experience or trainingRelevant academic, volunteer, or work experience appropriate for teaching sessionsCompensation & Benefits$900 per session (paid at the end of each session)Room, board, and meals provided during sessions (eaten in the dining hall on campus)Transportation to and from the conference included

  Teaching Assistant: Animation (Summer 2026)

  National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC)University of California, Los AngelesThe NSLC seeks Teaching Assistants (TAs) for its Animation Program, a 9-day residential conference for high school students interested in the business of fashion. TAs play a critical role in guiding students through hands-on learning, leadership development, and residential life.The Role:Teaching Assistants mentor a small group of 12–16 students, support academic and leadership programming, and serve as residential advisors. TAs arrive 5 days prior to student arrival for mandatory training and work 9-day sessions with a 3-day break between sessions. Days are long and active, typically lasting from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.Responsibilities:Lead small-group discussions and debriefsTeach academic and leadership sessionsSupport program logistics and administrative needsChaperone off-campus trips and evening activitiesLive in the residence hall with students and serve as a Resident AdvisorQualificationsCurrent college student with an interest or background in animationDemonstrated leadership experience or trainingRelevant academic, volunteer, or work experience appropriate for teaching sessionsCompensation & Benefits$900 per session (paid at the end of each session)Room, board, and meals provided during sessions (eaten in the dining hall on campus)Transportation to and from the conference included

  Full-Stack Software Engineer Intern

  Full-Stack Software Engineer Intern – Jobnova.aiRemote (US) | Bay Area Preferred | Part-time / InternAbout JobnovaJobnova.ai is an AI-powered talent discovery platform that connects job seekers, companies, contractors, and creators through intelligent matching and automation. We’re building the job infrastructure for the AI era and shipping fast to thousands of users globally.We’re looking for a Full-Stack Software Engineer Intern who wants to work across the stack, ship real features, and learn how to build production-grade AI products in an early-stage startup.💼 ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain scalable web applications for the Jobnova platformWork across the full stack: frontend (React/Next.js/Vue), backend APIs, databases, and integrationsImplement and improve features for both job seekers and recruiters (dashboards, workflows, analytics, AI tools)Debug, test, and optimize performance to deliver a smooth user experienceCollaborate closely with product, design, and AI engineers to ship end-to-end featuresLeverage AI programming tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude, ChatGPT) to accelerate development🛠 RequirementsProficiency in modern programming languages such as JavaScript/TypeScript and/or Python, JavaExperience with at least one modern web framework: React, Next.js, Vue, or Spring Boot / Node.js / FastAPIFamiliarity with RESTful APIs, basic database concepts (SQL/NoSQL), and Git-based workflowsStrong problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn quickly in a startup environmentComfortable using AI-assisted coding tools and exploring new technologiesBonus points for:Experience with AI startups beforePrior projects involving AI/LLM integrations, AI avatar, multi-agents framwork

  Teaching Assistant: Film Production & Screenwriting (Summer 2026)

  National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC)University of California, Los AngelesThe National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) seeks Teaching Assistants (TAs) for its Film Production & Screenwriting Program, a 9-day residential conference for high school students interested in cinematic storytelling. TAs play a critical role in guiding students through hands-on learning, leadership development, and residential life.The Role:Teaching Assistants mentor a small group of 12–16 students, support academic and leadership programming, and serve as residential advisors. TAs arrive 5 days prior to student arrival for mandatory training and work 9-day sessions with a 3-day break between sessions. Days are long and active, typically lasting from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.Responsibilities:Lead small-group discussions and debriefsTeach academic and leadership sessionsSupport program logistics and administrative needsChaperone off-campus trips and evening activitiesLive in the residence hall with students and serve as a Resident AdvisorQualificationsCurrent college student with an interest or background in film production and/or screenwritingDemonstrated leadership experience or trainingRelevant academic, volunteer, or work experience appropriate for teaching sessionsCompensation & Benefits$900 per session (paid at the end of each session)Room, board, and meals provided during sessions (eaten in the dining hall on campus)Transportation to and from the conference included

  Teaching Assistant: Fashion Management & Design (Summer 2026)

  National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC)Columbia UniversityThe National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) seeks Teaching Assistants (TAs) for its Fashion Management & Design Program, a 9-day residential conference for high school students interested in the business of fashion. TAs play a critical role in guiding students through hands-on learning, leadership development, and residential life.The Role:Teaching Assistants mentor a small group of 12–16 students, support academic and leadership programming, and serve as residential advisors. TAs arrive 5 days prior to student arrival for mandatory training and work 9-day sessions with a 3-day break between sessions. Days are long and active, typically lasting from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.Responsibilities:Lead small-group discussions and debriefsTeach academic and leadership sessionsSupport program logistics and administrative needsChaperone off-campus trips and evening activitiesLive in the residence hall with students and serve as a Resident AdvisorQualificationsCurrent college student with an interest or background in fashion managementDemonstrated leadership experience or trainingRelevant academic, volunteer, or work experience appropriate for teaching sessionsCompensation & Benefits$900 per session (paid at the end of each session)Room, board, and meals provided during sessions (eaten in the dining hall on campus)Transportation to and from the conference included