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

  Business Operations Data Analytics Intern

   Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G and 6G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do. Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers. Our EDA Business Operations team supports Keysight’s Design Engineering Software solutions (DES) organization empowering engineers and innovators to accelerate product development using advanced electronic design automation (EDA) and computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools.  We are seeking a highly motivated Business Analytics Intern to join our EDA Business Operations team. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience at the intersection of data analytics, business strategy, and technology innovation. You will work closely with other EDA data scientists to transform complex data into actionable insights by providing software centric reporting and dashboard designs that drive strategic knowledge around growth and customer success. What You’ll GainHands-on experience with real-world business analytic projects in a leading technology company.Exposure to strategic decision-making in an EDA software domain.Mentorship from experienced professionals in business development and data analytics.Experience presenting findings to senior leadership Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather, analyze, and visualize data related to orders, revenue, product adoption, and software market trends.Build and maintain dashboards and reports using Tableau, Snowflake, Salesforce, Excel, SQL, Python and more.Assist in developing KPIs and metrics to track business performance across EDA initiatives.Support ad hoc data analysis requests to inform strategic planning and executive presentations.Help automate data workflows and improve data quality and accessibility.Develop predictive models for division and forecasting Required:Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.Strong analytical skills and proficiency in SQL, Excel, and data visualization.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Preferred:Previous experience working with Tableau applications (Prep, Desktop, Cloud/Server)Familiarity with Python or R for data analysis is a plus.Interest or experience in the EDA industry, semiconductor design, or electronic test and measurement.Exposure to CRM or ERP systems (e.g., Salesforce, SAP).Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and data warehousing tools.General Requirements:Must be enrolled in an accredited college/universityStrong command of English (written and spoken)Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environmentVisa sponsorship is not available for this positionCandidates who wish to be considered must be enrolled in a accredited college/university as of September 2026. Applicants who have graduated before September 2026 will not be considered unless they are entering/applying to a MS or PHD program after graduating. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who now or at any point in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B Visa status) may not be considered. Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws. The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below. California pay range: MIN $33.60-$36.18/hour Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region. Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*** 

  Quantum Pro Intern

  You will be a key member of an R&D team responsible for developing solutions that enable the emerging quantum technology market with streamlined microwave circuits, electromagnetics, and system-level design tools tailored to the needs of quantum hardware engineers.Within the Agile development team, your responsibility will include a variety of software development tasks. The ideal intern is one who takes a proactive approach to issues and "rolls up their sleeves" to solve problems.  Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do. Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.You will be expected to: Create compelling examples of quantum circuits, resonators, cavities, and systems based on superconducting qubits, then extend the workflow in ADS circuit sim and RFPro/EMPro EM tools to include this technology.Design, implement, and test quantum EDA software.Document all work with high quality.Required: A graduate student working towards a Masters or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent disciplineExperience in modeling electromagnetic structures (EMPro, HFSS, CST, or COMSOL) and microwave circuits (ADS, Momentum, or Sonnet)Experience in quantum engineering and designExperience in Python programmingAbility to work in a multi-site, multi-cultural team environmentAbility to quickly learn new technologiesAble to follow the Agile software development processDesired:Good understanding of software development practices and software architectureExperience in C++Basic understanding of the electronic design and test products and marketsThis internship is based in Everett, WA near Seattle. You are required to be in the office several days a week.  Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***

  Software Sales Development Summer Intern

  Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do. Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers. Our EDA Business Operations team supports Keysight’s Design Engineering Software solutions (DES) organization empowering engineers and innovators to accelerate product development using advanced electronic design automation (EDA) and computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools.  We are seeking a highly motivated Sales Development Intern to join our EDA Business Operations team. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience at the intersection of software sales, business strategy, and technology innovation. You will work closely with other Sales Development engineers, Field Sales teams, and business IT to assess and/or develop license models, support software licensing negotiations, and contribute to the integration of software companies acquired by Keysight. What You’ll GainHands-on experience with real-world software sales engagements as well as insight into software licensing models and growth strategies in a leading technology company.Exposure to strategic decision-making in an EDA software domain.Mentorship from experienced professionals in business development and software licensing.Experience presenting findings to senior leadershipKey Responsibilities:Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support software deal planning, licensing approaches, and final outcomes.Partner with Sales leaders to develop and support sales strategy with key customers.Support integration of acquired software companies into Keysight (business model alignment, pricing strategies, etc.)Assist in development of new software licensing approaches/models and/or sales programs/promotionsRequired:Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment.Preferred:Previous experience working in the EDA industry or with EDA software applicationsFamiliarity with software sales is a plus.Interest or experience in the EDA industry, semiconductor design, or electronic test and measurement.Experience with SaaS licensing modelsGeneral Requirements:Must be enrolled in an accredited college/universityStrong command of English (written and spoken)Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environmentVisa sponsorship is not available for this position California compensation rate: MIN $ $25.55 - MAX $27.52 Based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed above.Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.  Keysight Internship Program Requirements Candidates who wish to be considered must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university as of September 2026. Applicants who have graduated before September 2026 will not be considered unless they are starting a MS or PHD program after graduating. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who now or at any point in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B Visa status) may not be considered.  Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws. Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***

  Enterprise Software Intern

  Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do. Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.We are seeking a passionate and energetic intern to take on real-world commercial challenges in enterprise software development. As part of our team, you will contribute to the development of enterprise Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software that supports engineers worldwide. Who we’re looking forCurrent MS/PhD student in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.Strong background in software development and a keen interest in building impactful tools.Enthusiasm for creating software that is:Intuitive and user-friendlyWell-architected, maintainable, and documentedReusable and scalable QualificationsCurrent students pursuing MS/PhD in EE/CS/ECE with strong background on software development.Required skillsProficiency in object-oriented analysis, design, and programmingStrong programming skills with C++Experience with Windows (Visual Studio) and/or Linux development environmentsEffective communication and collaboration skillsPrior exposure to software development and circuit designKnowledge of:Signal integrity analysis and designAnalog/Digital/Microwave system designADS circuit simulatorExperience with Qt and/or PythonCareers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***

  Project Engineer Intern

  JOB SUMMARY:    The Project Engineer Intern will learn to read and understand the construction design documents and specifications, understand how to perform construction cost estimates and quantity surveys for various scopes of work, overall trade management and coordination, and some level of exposure to BIM.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Exercise general supervision of multiple job sites to monitor and manage projects during each phase of construction; including but not limited to pre-construction, construction, closeout, and post-construction.Assist with coordination between project architects, designers, owners, and field personnel.Assist with generating Request for Information (RFI) and submittals.Help manage project subcontractors.May coordinate change orders, expedite material, and job site equipment, assist in preparation of change orders, and compile data to assist in analyzing project progress.Help to monitor and track project quality control metrics and activities on a regular basis; provide timely and accurate quality reports, and raise issues to Project Manager or Superintendent, as appropriate.Assist with the inspection of all work to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.Learn and have fun.QUALIFICATIONS:Pursuing a degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.Working knowledge of computer software, i.e., Microsoft Office Suite.Broad knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit is a plus.Broad knowledge of LEAN and BIM techniques is a plus.Experience with BIM is a plus.Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.Good oral and written communication skills. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. BNB believes in collaboration, team building, and a strong supervisor/employee relationship. To accomplish this, the duties of this role are not performed in a remote capacity, and we expect that all employees will complete work in an office/job site setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at the job site. The noise level in the work environment and job site can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.The salary range for this position is between $26.00 and $27.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.Note:  BNBuilders retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of this position at any time.BNB provides a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes medical, dental, vision, and a matching 401(k) plan. Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionAt BNB, diversity, equity, and inclusion are the driving forces in which our culture is built. We recognize that our unique and vast differences bring a richness to our lives and work environment. This fosters stronger and more meaningful relationships within our company and the communities in which we serve. Our mission is to strive to provide an environment that is respectful, safe, fair, and inclusive, so that we can be stronger, wiser, and better together.