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

  Social Media Intern

  Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for food, lifestyle, wellness and culture? Mimi Cheng’s Dumplings is seeking a Social Media Intern to bring our dumpling dreams to life across digital platforms including Instagram and TikTok for our restaurant and CPG frozen dumpling line. If you’re ready to combine your marketing skills with the delicious world of dumplings, we want you on our team!   What You’ll DoContent Creation: Develop eye-catching, on-brand photos, videos, and graphics that capture the essence of Mimi Cheng’s – from sizzling dumplings to vibrant community moments.Strategy & Planning: Craft and implement content calendars aligned with our brand voice and seasonal campaigns, ensuring consistency across all channels.Community Engagement: Build and nurture relationships with our audience by responding to comments, messages, and tags with a genuine and engaging tone.Analytics & Growth: Track key performance metrics and adapt strategies to drive follower growth, engagement, and ROI.Trend Spotting: Stay ahead of social media trends to create content that resonates with our audience and keeps Mimi Cheng’s at the forefront of the food scene.What We’re Looking ForProven experience managing social media accounts (bonus points for experience with food or hospitality brands!).Strong visual storytelling skills, including photography, video editing, and graphic design.Exceptional copywriting skills with the ability to match Mimi Cheng’s friendly and approachable voice.A passion for food, culture, and creating a sense of community.A proactive, self-motivated attitude with the ability to meet deadlines and adapt quickly.Why Work With Us?At Mimi Cheng’s, we believe in celebrating food, family, and connection. Working with us means being part of a vibrant, welcoming brand that takes pride in serving the best dumplings in NYC and beyond as we grow our frozen dumpling reach. You'll have creative freedom, flexible hours, and the chance to grow with a brand that loves creating community and pushing boundaries.  How to ApplySend us your portfolio, a brief cover letter, and links to any social media accounts you’ve worked with or content you've created. Bonus points if you include a dumpling-related fun fact or your favorite Mimi Cheng’s menu item!  Let’s create something delicious together 🥟

  OPT Agile/Scrum Project Manager Virtual Internship

  If you really want a positions. read this carefully and all the way to the end. You are being tested on your ability to follow detailed instructions. We have a 20 hour/week unpaid virtual internship program for F1 OPT students that provides real work experience, the type employees want.We have students from ASU, U of North Texas,, and many others.We have had 200+ OPT interns.Make sure you are following our rules or your application will be rejected:If you are an OPT Student - do not apply until you have an OPT start date and you can start within two weeksIf you are a CPT student - you must have approval from your university and can start within two weeks. Do not apply through Handshake, your application will be rejected. Read on for details on how to apply.If you are a regular undergraduate looking for a traditional internship - do not apply through handshake, it will be rejected, read on for how to apply.If you are a regular graduate looking for an 8 week internship while job hunting, apply after you have graduated through handshake and continue reading. Do not apply unless you can start in two weeks.Do Not Apply If You Can Not Start Work Within 2 Weeks. You resume will be rejected. The program provides...- Practical technical experience- Communications skills- Meeting skills- Working In a team within an organized process- Assistance in job huntingWe are looking for a few Product ManagersThe responsibilities include:Managing a team of individualsSetting prioritiesMaintaining the JIRA Agile Project plan for the teamWorking with other teams to coordinate integrationIdentifying technology roadblocks and helping find solutionsOur goal is real work experience that can impress in interviews It is not unusual for interns who diligently follow our job hunting recommendations find good jobs within 8 weeks.This is real work with no cost to the student.It's a win-win, our projects is completed and the students get relevant work experience for job interviews. Send resumes to OPT-Intern-Application@LocalGrownFoods.caYour can see a detailed description of the role hereYou an see a detailed description of the project here.You can see a detailed list of the roles of the people on the team  here.Terms Of The InternshipThis is an unpaid internship intended for F-1 students as per Internship Programs Under The Fair Labor Standards Act. Intern StatusThe internship does not constitute a contract of employment. The internship is for 8 weeks and is automatically be extended on mutual agreement for additional 8 weeks at a time.  It is the equivalent of an “employment at will” relationship. This means that you do not have a contract of employment for any particular duration. You are free to resign at any time for any reason.Similarly, Local Grown Salads is free to terminate your internship at any time for any reason. Any statements or representation to the contrary, or that contradict any provision of this letter, are superseded by this offer letter.There no commitment to a full-time position on completion of the internship implied.If you are a CPT student - you must have approval from your university and can start within two weeks. Do not apply through Handshake, your application will be rejected. Read on for details on how to apply. Only apply  if you can contribute for a full semester.Working with Universities and Colleges for course credit Over the years we have worked with many Universities and Colleges to provide course credits for students.The most common are:CPT StudentsCapstone ClassesWork experience programWe have a standard process for our work. We track work that is assigned and performed with JIRA. So all the students can track what is expected of them and what they have accomplished.Some of the Universities/Colleges have requested access and we provide them the ability to review what is being done.As well, we are asked to rate the students two or three times during the term, which we do.With ASU, the capstone actually operates over two terms.We do not have the infrastructure to create course plans, however, we have plenty of material to allow the students to create a detailed curriculum. For more details see our Core Knowledge Document here. 

  Business Analyst Intern

  About Arctex:Arctex is a software development company building CollegeAppAssist.com, a Chrome extension designed to help high school students fill out college and scholarship applications faster and smarter. We're on a mission to simplify the college admissions journey through automation and AI. All applicants will receive a FREE Pro subscription to CollegeAppAssist. Use code “apply2026” on sign up: https://collegeappassist.com(We highly recommend signing up to get an idea of what you would be working on.) The Role:We’re looking for a Business Analyst Intern to join our growing team this fall and help us spread the word. If you're someone who enjoys using data to guide decisions, uncover insights, and influence product direction — this is a great opportunity to make a real impact. What You'll Be Doing:Analyze user behavior, engagement metrics, and funnel conversion dataIdentify bottlenecks and recommend product or process improvementsSupport marketing and sales teams by providing performance insightsConduct market, competitor, and user researchCreate dashboards, reports, and presentations to inform strategyWork closely with product and engineering to define KPIs and measure outcomesWhat We're Looking For:Strong analytical and critical thinking skillsExperience with tools like Excel, Google Sheets, Notion, or analytics platformsInterest in startups, education tech, or user-centered designSelf-starter comfortable working 10–20 hours/week remotely and asynchronouslyBonus: coursework or experience in business, data analysis, or product managementWhy Join Us:Paid internship (stipend based on experience)Fully remote & async-friendlyReal ownership and ability to shape our business strategyBuild a real-world portfolio of research, insights, and recommendationsWork on a meaningful product with a mission-driven teamHow to Apply:Submit your resume on handshake. We’ll only do one interview! 

  AI Marketing Internship

  AI Marketing Innovator - 6-Week Intensive InternshipCompany: Gogentic AI LabsDuration: 6 weeks (intensive sprint format)Type: Remote InternshipPosition OverviewJoin an intensive 6-week AI marketing internship where you'll master cutting-edge AI tools to drive real growth for live startups. This isn't a traditional internship - it's a fast-paced sprint that builds your portfolio while contributing to actual business outcomes.What You'll DoWeeks 1-2: Master AI content creation using tools such as GPT-4o, DALL·E, and Synthesia for blogs, videos, and email campaignsWeeks 3-4: Build conversion funnels with tools such as Webflow/Framer, integrate automations, and run A/B testsWeeks 5-6: Deploy growth strategies using AI scraping tools and personalized outreach at scaleProgram StructureMonday: Weekly standup meetings with experienced advisorsWednesday: AI workshops and talks from successful AI founders (bi-weekly)Friday: Showcase presentations to the entire Gogentic teamIdeal CandidatePassionate about AI and marketing intersectionEager to learn by building real campaignsAvailable for intensive 6-week commitmentReady to work on live projects with measurable impactWhat You'll GainHands-on experience with latest AI marketing toolsPortfolio of real campaigns with proven resultsMentorship from AI industry veteransDirect exposure to startup growth strategiesCertificate of completion from Gogentic AI Labs

  Graduate-Level Mental Health Counselor/Therapist Intern (Paid)

  Job Posting: Graduate-Level Mental Health Counselor/Therapist Intern (Paid)Location: Philadelphia, PA (Hybrid)Organization: The Healn Space by BLKAre you a passionate graduate-level mental health counseling or social work student looking to gain hands-on, supervised experience in a trauma-informed, culturally responsive environment?We are actively seeking a male therapist intern (preferably Black male, but all are welcome to apply) to join our team immediately to help us expand access to mental health services within our community.🔹 Position Details:Paid internship (rate discussed during interview).Must see a minimum of 10 clients per week.Flexible scheduling with evening and weekend availability preferred.Weekly supervision provided by licensed clinicians.Opportunity to lead/co-facilitate groups as interested.Potential for continued employment upon graduation and licensure.🔹 Requirements:✅ Currently enrolled in a graduate program in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field.✅ Must be eligible for internship/practicum hours and carry liability insurance.✅ Commitment to trauma-informed, client-centered, culturally sensitive care.✅ Interest in working with men, youth, and families within underserved communities.✅ Ability to begin as soon as possible.Why Join Us?✨ Serve your community while developing your clinical skills.✨ Join a supportive, faith-aware, and healing-centered team.✨ Gain practical experience with a diverse caseload.✨ Contribute to expanding access to mental health services for Black men and families while supporting your professional growth.📩 To Apply:Email your resume, a brief cover letter, and your school’s internship requirements to bentley@thehealnspace.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with immediate openings available.