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

  Electrical Engineering Intern

  As an Electrical Engineering Intern at Aspirational Technology Co., Engineers, you will work out of the Phoenix TSMC Fab. This position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.You will perform general mechanical engineering tasks supporting various project managers as required. You will gain hands-on, meaningful work experience to enhance your education and professional aptitude. Through our Developing Professionals Network, interns gain mentorship, networking opportunities and lifelong career connections.The internship is anticipated to take place around the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026. The individual start date is flexible. Bilingual in Mandarin is preferred. 

  Sport Event Assistants & Ambassadors

  This position will allow for the selected candidates to gain hands-on experience in the sporting, education and non-profit sectors.  The selected candidates will assist Netball America in helping maintain and grow its expansion of Netball into schools, colleges and after-school programming.  Opportunities for travel also exist.We need event assistants to help with the physical activity education sessions we run for PE Teachers as we introduce them to the basics of the globally popular sport of Netball (the original women's basketball).  Watch this 2-minute intro to Netball.   We also need participants to assist in virtual presentations, project managing events and reaching out to potential partners.Duties and Responsibilities:Assist the head Ambassador or Coach leading the session or event.Help with equipment organization and setup at event.  Follow a checklist of what to do.Obtain signups from participants.Hand out flyers and other giveaways.Take photos and capture interviews with participants.If you want to learn to be PE Teacher Ambassador, you'll learn the basic ball handling skills and drills to assist the Head Coach in running of the program.This is an opportunity to get trained to help in future events and perhaps even lead events as a PE Teacher Ambassador.  We do events all throughout the year (typically they are during a weekday) and could be either virtual or in person.  We also have promotional events where we use Ambassadors to work at our booth.  Opportunities are posted here.  https://netballamerica.com/careers-volunteering/Qualifications:Can follow instructionsArrive timely at eventsBe positive and friendly Responsible to perform tasks assigned and follow checklists, curriculum or agendas.

  Financial Services Representative

  Job SummaryWe are seeking several professional individuals to join our Client Services Department. The ideal candidate will have a strong math and technical aptitude, the ability to troubleshoot and explain complex subjects, and the capacity to identify opportunities for technology-based improvements.The successful candidates will be motivated, have strong initiative, analytical and methodical. We offer you a position that will both challenge and reward you. We look forward to reviewing your online application.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesResolve routine and complex client service issues in a thorough and expeditious manner, utilizing sound judgment with an emphasis on courtesy.Client inquiries typically encompass a broad array of themes including: Operability of IB Trader Workstation, Web Trader and Mobile Trader execution platforms including trading modules and analytical tools; Cash deposit and withdrawal activity, position transfers, and account administrative functions. Product availability and attributes; Exchange, clearing and depository functions; Order types and routing logic; Order status, trade and delivery settlement, exercise & assignment, expiration processing, and corporate actions. Margin calculations; Commission structure, interest, and fee.Coordinate activities with other local and international Customer Service divisions and interaction with external departments such as Programming, Clearing, Cashiering and Compliance on common issues.Customer service is the primary function where calls are predominantly routine, but may require deviation from standard screens, scripts, and procedures. Uses computerized system for tracking, information gathering, and/or troubleshooting. Requires general knowledge of the organization, products, and/or services to assess needs and suggest solutions.QualificationsExperience in financial services position (e.g., brokerage, banking, trading, exchange, or clearinghouse) preferred but not required.Strong verbal and written communication skills to accommodate client inquiries directed via telephone, email, or online chat.In depth understanding of the following financial instruments: stocks, securities options, futures, options on futures, foreign exchange, and fixed income.Working knowledge of various exchange operations and regulations, product offerings and specifications, execution platforms and rules, and margin methodologies.Multi-language skills an advantageRequirementsBachelor’s or advanced degree is required.

  Project Engineer Internship

  Project Engineer Internship, Construction Construction - Eugene, OregonProject Engineer InternshipLocation: Eugene, Oregon Build What Matters—With a Team That Builds DifferentlyAt Ausland Group, we don’t just build—we’re an integrated team of professionals that bring our client’s visions to life. As a fully integrated commercial design and construction firm, we unite architects, engineers, land use experts, and construction professionals – as peers - under one roof. This seamless collaboration empowers us to deliver exceptional, client-focused outcomes that go far beyond the norm. We’re looking for a Project Engineer who’s ready to grow with a team that’s redefining what it means to build. If you’re energized by innovation, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to be part of a company where your voice matters, this is your opportunity. Why Ausland?Unlike traditional general contractors, Ausland operates as a single, aligned team from concept to completion. Our project teams are deeply integrated—designers, engineers, and builders working side-by-side every day. This means fewer silos, more creativity, and better results for our clients and our people.  We’re celebrating 80 years of award-winning work and have been named one of Oregon Business’ 100 Best Companies. What You’ll DoAs a Project Engineer, you’ll be a key player in delivering high-impact projects that shape communities. You’ll work closely with your Project Manager (your coach and mentor), Superintendents, and our in-house design team to ensure every detail aligns with the big picture. You’ll:Support all phases of project delivery—from early design collaboration through final closeoutWork shoulder-to-shoulder with architects, engineers, and construction managers in a fully integrated teamCoordinate with subcontractors, consultants, and clients to align design intent with real-world executionManage project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, and contracts across both design and build phasesTrack budgets, change orders, and commitments—keeping a finger on the financial pulse of the projectAssist with estimating, bidding, and scope development during preconstructionHelp maintain and adjust project schedules, identifying critical path items from design through constructionSupport field teams with procurement and logistics to keep projects on trackLeverage cutting-edge tools like Autodesk Construction Cloud, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Co-PilotGrow into a trusted problem-solver who connects strategy with execution YouWe’re looking for more than a resume—we’re looking for mindset. You’re curious, proactive, and driven to make things better. You thrive in a team environment where collaboration is the norm, not the exception. You might be a great fit if you:Hold (or are earning) a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related fieldHave relevant work or internship experience (early-career candidate’s welcome!)Stay calm and organized under pressure and love solving complex problemsCommunicate clearly and work well with a wide range of peopleAre eager to learn, grow, and be mentored by industry leadersTake initiative, follow through, and hold yourself accountable Working at AuslandOur culture is built on Integration, Innovation, Resourcefulness, and Tenacity. We celebrate wins, learn from challenges, and support each other like a close-knit team—because we are one.  You’ll be based primarily in our Eugene office and take regular visits to project sites. Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary + performance bonusesHealth insurance + $15,000 life insurance401(k) with company matchProfessional development and licensure supportCoaching and career growth opportunitiesSafety, CPR, and hazard trainingFlexible work environment—because life happens outside of work too Apply TodayReady to grow with us? Please apply at: https://auslandgroup.com/about-ausland-group/careers/ If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to our People Success team at 541.476.3788 EEO STATEMENT: Ausland is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

  Summer Research Assistant: Attacks and Defenses in LLMs

  Large Language Models (LLMs) are increasingly deployed in real-world AI systems, where they interact with users, external tools, and sensitive data. Despite recent advances in alignment and safety, LLM-powered systems remain vulnerable to a wide range of attacks, including data poisoning, backdoor insertion, prompt injection, and jailbreaks. These vulnerabilities pose serious risks to model reliability, privacy, and regulatory compliance.This project focuses on identifying and understanding security and safety weaknesses in LLMs, as well as developing effective defense mechanisms to improve their trustworthiness. We will study how malicious behaviors can be introduced during training, fine-tuning, or deployment, and how they may be triggered through carefully crafted inputs or compliance-driven operations such as model unlearning. On the defense side, we aim to design techniques that enhance robustness, transparency, and interpretability of LLMs, enabling practitioners to better detect, analyze, and mitigate hidden threats.Interns will gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art LLMs, attack and defense methodologies, and experimental evaluation of AI safety mechanisms. The project is suitable for students interested in AI security, trustworthy machine learning, and foundation model research, and provides an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of machine learning, security, and responsible AI.