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

  CAD BIM Coordinator Intern

  Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career. Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal. Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we’ll provide you unlimited space to grow. Who are we looking for?  We’re looking for a motivated Drafting / Design student to support our Engineering Design Organization. As a CAD BIM Coordinator Intern, you’ll assist with real-world projects like municipal water, wastewater, drainage, and road reconstruction. You’ll collaborate with teams, help maintain design standards, support coordination sessions, and contribute to project deliverables. Tasks include model reviews, document scanning, plotting, site visits, and preparing record drawings—all with guidance from your supervisor.Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment. Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: Data Collection and Analysis: Extract relevant data from information provided by others, and input it into spreadsheets or standard formats.Solutions Analysis: Assess compliance with established standards and protocols for routine inquiries.Applications Software Maintenance: Monitor and identify less-complex software defects and suggest corrections for approval by more senior colleagues to maintain fully functioning applications software.Personal Capability Building: Develop and maintain excellent process or technical skills by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching.Operating Machine or Equipment: Operate semi-complex equipment and machines, prioritizing routine tasks to improve efficiency and adjusting multiple related variables to resolve production problems.Design and Conceptualization: Support others by performing prescribed design activities using existing procedures.Product and Solution Development: Support others by carrying out simple product development or engineering tasks, such as gathering data or preparing documents. Involves following established procedures.Operational Compliance: Develop working knowledge of the organization's policies and procedures and of regulatory codes and codes of conduct relevant to own work, adhering to mandatory procedures to ensure own work is undertaken to the required standards.Quality Assurance Testing: Perform a specified range of tests to verify that specifications are met and to reject nonconforming material or articles. What you will bring to the Team:EducationPost-Secondary Non-Tertiary Education. Actively pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Drafting/Design, Engineering Technology or similar field  ExperienceActively pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Drafting/Design, Engineering Technology or similar field Hands-on experience with AutoCAD; knowledge of Revit, Plant3D and Civil3D is desired but not required #LI-IP1Salary Range: $19.00-$20.50 based on experience and location.   As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

  Marketing Intern

  Looking for an intern to do marketing for a Dance studio located at 1789 SW. 3rd Ave., Miami, FL 33129. The name of the dance studio is Dancehouse Miami.

  Education Intern - Medicaid & Finance

  This internship supports the Education Medicaid Team and Finance Division at the Vermont Agency of Education during a period of program modernization and transition. The intern will focus on data integration and system alignment as Vermont modernizes its Education Medicaid reimbursement framework.The intern will work cross-divisionally, collaborating with Education Medicaid, Finance, and Special Education staff to analyze how education, special education, and Medicaid data systems intersect. This work will emphasize data continuity, documentation practices, and program integrity, and will help inform future-state reporting structures and implementation planning.The position emphasizes applied learning in data analysis, systems mapping, and public-sector program modernization. Much of the information reviewed may include sensitive education and health-related data and must be handled in compliance with applicable state and federal privacy requirements, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). General ResponsibilitiesReview and analyze existing Education Medicaid, special education, and finance-related data structures to understand how services are documented, reported, and billedSupport mapping and alignment of education and special education program data with Medicaid reporting and reimbursement requirementsAssist in identifying data gaps, inconsistencies, or dependencies across education, special education, and Medicaid systemsSupport analysis of how current documentation and billing practices transition to a cost-based reimbursement modelAssist with development of data integration frameworks, crosswalks, and documentation to support program modernizationAnalyze trends in Medicaid-funded service utilization among students receiving special education servicesSupport internal and cross-agency planning related to system transitions, data continuity, and program implementationPrepare clear summaries, visuals, or documentation to support internal decision-makingCollaborate with internal divisions and external partners to support coordinated systems work This internship will require approximately 15 to 20 hours of work per week, with two full days per week preferred. The position may be required to work in person in Montpelier, VT. The position will work up to 1,280 hours annually, and students may exceed 20 hours per week during academic breaks. Minimum QualificationsMust be actively pursuing a college degree in public health sciences, health education, health promotion, education, health policy, or other related field.

  Management Consulting Intern

  Intern – ConsultingLocation: In-person - Baltimore, Maryland (some remote work required)Time Commitment: Part-time (10–15 hours/week)Duration: 8–12 weeks (with potential extension) Spring 2026 start date.Compensation: NegotiableReports To: Principal / Project ManagerAbout the RoleWe are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Intern to support day-to-day operations, project coordination, and strategic initiatives. This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate interested in consulting, nonprofit management, public sector work, climate and equity initiatives, or entrepreneurship.The intern will gain hands-on experience working across real client projects, internal systems, and stakeholder engagement efforts while developing professional skills in project management, research, communications, and operations.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport project coordination and task tracking using ClickUp or similar toolsAssist with research, data collection, and synthesis for client or internal initiativesDraft and organize documents, presentations, reports, and meeting notesSupport communications, including emails, scheduling, and follow-ups with partners or stakeholdersAssist with event planning, logistics, and outreach (virtual or in-person, as applicable)Help maintain organized digital files (Google Drive, shared folders, databases)Provide general administrative and operational support as neededLearning OpportunitiesExposure to consulting, nonprofit management, and project executionHands-on experience with project management tools and workflowsMentorship from senior leadershipOpportunity to contribute to meaningful, community-centered workResume-building experience with tangible deliverables and outcomesQualificationsCurrently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or universityStrong organizational and time management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsComfortable working independently and meeting deadlinesProficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)Interest in consulting, public service, nonprofit work, climate, equity, or community development is a plusPreferred (but Not Required)Familiarity with ClickUp, Asana, or other project management toolsExperience with research, communications, or event supportBackground in public policy, business, environmental studies, economics, communications, or related fieldsApplication ProcessPlease submit your resume, a cover letter explaining your interest in the position, and any relevant project samples or references.

  TikTok Content Intern

  UNINSPIRED™ is looking for a TikTok-obsessed intern who lives on the FYP and knows what actually stops the scroll.You’ll help shape and execute our TikTok content strategy—from brainstorming concepts to filming, editing, posting, and learning what performs. This is not a “watch from the sidelines” role. You’ll experiment, test trends, and help build a brand from zero to viral.What you’ll doCreate and post TikTok content (trends, storytelling, product, behind-the-scenes)Help develop posting strategies, hooks, and caption stylesTrack what’s working (and what’s flopping) and iterate fastCollaborate directly with the founder on ideas and executionStay ahead of TikTok trends, sounds, and formatsWhat we’re looking forYou’re creative, curious, and chronically online (in a good way)You understand TikTok culture and Gen Z humorComfortable on camera or behind itYou move fast, test often, and aren’t afraid to try weird ideasBasic video editing skills (CapCut, TikTok editor, or similar)Why this role is differentFlexible hours, remote-friendlyReal ownership and creative freedomWork directly with an e-commerce veteran and startup founderYour work goes live—no busywork, no gatekeeping