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

  SAP Business One Consultant

  SAP Business One Consulting Intern (Operations & Business Transformation)Job Type: Internship Location: Miami, FL (Hybrid) or Remote Salary: Competitive Role DescriptionAre you ready to bridge the gap between business strategy and technology? At Celeritech, we don’t just implement software; we innovate businesses.As a Consulting Intern in our Operations Department, you will be part of a global team that helps companies transform their operations through SAP Business One. This role is designed for students who are critical thinkers, analytical, and eager to build a career in high-end business consulting.What you will do:Business Process Analysis: Learn to identify and document core business processes (Finance, Logistics, and Sales).SAP B1 Hands-on: Support our consultants in system configuration, data migration, and UAT (User Acceptance Testing).Data Intelligence: Assist in creating reports using SQL and Crystal Reports to provide actionable insights for clients.Project Management: Work with our PMO to understand the lifecycle of a global tech implementation.Strategic Innovation: Participate in brainstorming sessions to apply AI and new technologies to traditional business models.What we are looking for:Majors: Business Administration, IT, Data Analytics, Economics, or related fields.Analytical Mindset: You enjoy solving puzzles and finding the "why" behind the data.Proactivity: In Celeritech, we value Self-motivation. We want someone who looks for things to do and takes initiative.Communication: Strong verbal and written skills. (Bonus: Being bilingual in English/Spanish is a huge asset due to our international operations).Technical Interest: Basic knowledge of databases (SQL) or ERP concepts is a plus.Why Celeritech?Fast-Track Career: High-performing interns are the first in line for our Junior Consultant (K1) full-time positions.Global Exposure: Work with diverse teams and international clients.Mentorship: You will report directly to seasoned experts in the SAP ecosystem.Culture: We live by our values: Innovation, Excellence, Passion, and Honesty.

  Summer Internship-2026

  Summer InternshipDo you thrive in an outdoor work environment and want to be part of an exciting environmental industry? Dragonfly Pond Works is a fast-growing company, offering year-round work, Internships, and provides long-term career opportunities. Join our "swarm" today! Location: Raleigh, NC 27603Pay: $16.00 an hour This position provides a learning environment that ensures that the company's clients are serviced according to the highest standard of quality, maximizing efficiency and productivity while upholding the regulations for treating ponds and lakes. This role is integral to the smooth and profitable execution of work performed by Dragonfly Pond Works and to creating future leaders for the company.Requirements:Actively enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program in natural sciences or compatible environmental studies program and entering Junior or Senior year, preferred.Proven interest in working outdoors with a passion for creating and maintaining healthy aquatic systems.Desire a full-time five-day work week.Relevant work experience is desired but not required.Ability to swim.Ability to regularly lift 75 pounds.Adapt and/or able to improvise quickly, as demanded by conditions or unknown factorsTeam-oriented and aligned with Dragonfly's values: Quality Focus, Takes Ownership, and Growth Oriented. Key Responsibilities:Report to the Crew Lead.Shadow departments and learn about the operations of the company.Identify and treat invasive weeds.Visual inspection of pond components.Mow, weed-eat, and clean sites.Operate various equipment such as Ventrac, Wright Mower, Grandstand Mower, Hedge Trimmer, Chainsaw and String Trimmer. Dragonfly Pond Works is a leading environmental service company specializing in stormwater management. Since 2006, Dragonfly has provided routine maintenance and repairs on stormwater devices, lakes, ponds, wetlands, and underground facilities.We are proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

  Summer Associate

   High Lantern Group 2026 Summer Associate Program: Washington, D.C. High Lantern Group (HLG) is a strategic positioning and reputation management consultancy focused on developing early-stage strategy and communications. We partner with clients to take on the world’s most complex issues. High Lantern Group works in every industry with the largest global companies and leading nonprofits. In every case, we draw on a network of expertise and decades of experience to deliver original work that makes an impact.  Summer Associate Program OverviewOur Summer Associate (SA) Program is a structured, competitive twelve-week program. Summer Associates will be exposed to a wide range of consulting work in the fields of strategic communications, public affairs, public policy, and business strategy. SAs will be well-integrated team members, and responsibilities include drafting client deliverables (such as research summaries, newsletters, social media messaging, and press releases), constructing both internal and client-facing presentations, coordinating projects, and assisting with administrative duties. In addition, SAs will have access to HLG resources and leadership, making the experience both intellectually stimulating and supportive of career aspirations. High Lantern Group is hiring Summer Associates for our main U.S. offices in New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Washington, D.C.; Asheville, NC; and Atlanta, GA.  Applying to multiple offices is welcome. Candidates will be expected to commit to a full-time position for twelve weeks, from May 26 to August 14 and may start earlier upon request and availability. The DC OfficeHigh Lantern Group’s Washington, DC office primarily focuses on serving clients within the healthcare, advocacy, and pharmaceutical sectors. We represent 7 of the top 10 pharmaceutical companies, work with leading advocacy and international organizations on critical health issues, including mental health and Alzheimer’s, and other healthcare influencers. Our normal operating hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. General Qualifications  Candidates for High Lantern Group’s Summer Associate Program must have 1-2 years of work experience; or be a recent college graduate or be currently enrolled in a graduate degree program. We do review applications for interns on a rolling basis. Please check our website for available internship opportunities.  We seek motivated self-starters who have experience with or an interest in strategic communications, business, and public policy. Ideal candidates have excellent writing, research, and communication skills, strong attention to detail, the capacity to balance multiple responsibilities, and the ability to work independently.  Preferred Qualifications for Summer Associates in DCMotivated self-starter with both relevant experience and interest in healthcare and/or public health, advocacy, communications, business, and/or public policyExcellent writing, research, and communication skillsExperience developing clear and compelling communication materials, both in writing and in PowerPoint presentationsStrong organization, attention to detail and time management skillsCapability to summarize key insights, discussions, takeaways and next steps from internal and client meetingsThe ability to work both independently and as part of a teamGraphic design experience, using platforms such as Adobe, Canva and Microsoft OfficeSocial media proficiency or expertisePrevious professional or volunteer experience within the Alzheimer’s spaceFluency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word), Google Drive, Canva and/or major social media platforms CompensationSummer Associates will be compensated $22/hour with the expectation of a 40-hour workweek. How to Apply Please apply online at www.highlanterngroup.com/careers. You are required to submit a cover letter and resume bundled as one document. Applications are due by Friday, February 6, 2026, at 5 p.m. PST. Candidates will be notified if selected for an interview. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Key Dates and Deadlines  Tuesday, January 6, 2026: Summer Associate application process opens  Friday, February 6, 2026: Summer Associate application deadline  Friday, March 20, 2026: Candidate selection deadline  Tuesday, May 26 – Friday, August 14, 2026: 12-week Summer Associate Program   About High Lantern Group  High Lantern Group focuses on strategy, leadership communications, and coalition building for large companies and non-profit organizations. For more than 15 years the firm has worked directly with senior leaders of some of the world’s largest businesses and social sector groups.   Our team is comprised of highly experienced, thoughtful, and innovative partners who bring with them an unusual degree of exposure to business practices, leadership trends, and cutting-edge public affairs strategies.   Please visit our website at www.highlanterngroup.com to learn more.  

  Sports Management Intern

  Job descriptionCamp Towanda offers instruction and competition in all land and water sports!Join our Towanda Team this summer!Camp Towanda is the premier co-ed, 7 week sleep-away camp for children ages 7-17. We offer a well rounded program of activities from sports, to the waterfront, Outdoor Adventure and the Arts.Internship Overview:As a Sports Management Intern, you will be considered an Activity Specialist in your associated sport or discipline. You will be assigned a mentor, working closely with our Athletic, Program and Tournament Directors on tournament scheduling, coaching strategies, and managing equipment inventory. You will also coach teams and work directly with many department heads in all land and water sports. Athletic Specialists help teach groups of 20-40 campers at a time (boys and girls, ages 7-17) in their area of expertise. They are responsible for instructing different levels and abilities, from beginners to advanced. Our Athletic Specialists are responsible for coaching intra-camp games and inter-camp leagues, including county-wide tournaments with other camps. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on sports management experience..There are typically six, 50 minute long activity periods per day. You will be directly involved with the curriculum planning, participant engagement and execution of a successful program related to your sport with various age groups (boys and girls). We are looking for experienced, enthusiastic and diligent instructors for many of our activity areas. If you play the sport in school, this is a great way to stay engaged and share your passion with younger generations. Great for those looking to be teachers or coaches in the future.  Some of the sports we offer:BaseballBasketballDanceField HockeyFlag FootballGolfGymnasticsLacrosseMartial ArtsFitnessRoller / Street HockeySoccerSoftballSwimming / LifeguardingTennisTrack & FieldVolleyballWaterskiYogaZumbaAnd MORE...for a full list check out our website!Daily Responsibilities:Education Interns also work with the campers as a counselor, living in a cabin with campers and other co-counselors. Working at Camp Towanda as a counselor provides hands-on experience and leadership opportunities, while building skills that hiring managers are looking for, such as flexibility, adaptability, initiative, self-direction, social and cross-cultural skills, productivity, accountability, leadership and responsibility. When you are not at your specialty, you will be with your assigned group of campers as a counselor, ensuring safety, team-building, growth and development in all activities and in life at camp.Learning Objectives:Build upon the knowledge of your sport and strengthen your coaching skills while applying classroom learning, theories, and experiences to a real world setting.Improve self confidence and initiative by working with a diverse, multicultural staff. Manage multiple teams and coordinate games, scrimmages and tournamentsUnderstand logistics in tournament play, transportation, programming and coordination within the organization and working with other camps.  Strengthen leadership, teamwork and communication skills while experiencing the importance and impact of being a positive role model to hundreds of children.Take advantage of networking and mentoring opportunities from our Leadership Team, Alumni and Parent Network.Benefits of Interning at Camp Towanda:Individually tailored experience to meet your goals, working with school advisors so that you get the most out of your internship.Hands on program, working directly in your discipline. Satisfy school internship requirements and earn credits if needed.Receive routine feedback and supervision by a professional with expertise and educational/professional background in your associated field.Working at camp is not your typical job/internship. You are living and working at the same place in an immersive community lifestyle. THIS IS A PAID INTERNSHIP. Pay scale depends on experience and qualifications. Plus, housing, meals, laundry service and travel reimbursement are provided! APPLY NOWThe next step is to fill out our online application. We will then connect to set up a video interview over Zoom. Our internships are integrated with our hired camp counselor positions; there is one application. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us. 570-253-3266 or staff@camptowanda.comBe sure to check out our website and watch out videos! You can also read more about us in our Company Profile here on Handshake.

  Community Outreach Intern - Spring 2026

  Hoboken Grace Community Church is looking for a part-time community outreach intern for our Engage Department. The individual will work directly with our Engagement Associate Director and staff team to ensure all day-to-day needs are planned and executed.This position is ideal for anyone looking to gain organizational and planning skills, along with valuable hands-on experience in a non-profit environment. The candidate must be able to work on-site in Hoboken, NJ and must be eligible to work in the United States. QUALIFICATIONSFlexible attitude, as tasks will change week to weekOpen to getting out of comfort zone in meeting new peopleComfortable with Excel/Google Sheets/Google DocsDetail and task-orientedAbility to multitask and balance multiple projects at onceMust be able to work onsiteRESPONSIBILITIESAssisting in preparing and executing weekly efforts to invite people in our community into services at Hoboken Grace (What we call ‘Simple Service’)Planning, ordering & prepping supplies for Simple ServiceDocument processes for planning & executing community events Organizing & maintaining inventory of department suppliesSupport Associate Director leading up to eventsSCHEDULEFebruary 10 - April 23, 202610 - 20 hours per week depending on candidateCOMPENSATION PACKAGE$250 - $500 stipend at the end of the internship