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 Internship (Fall 2025)

  About the Active Minds Internship ProgramActive Minds is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization changing the culture around mental health. Through our presence at more than 1,000 high school and college campuses, in corporate settings, and with a wide-reaching public audience, Active Minds is creating communities of support and saving lives. Founded in 2003 by Alison Malmon after the tragic suicide of her brother Brian, Active Minds is dedicated to supporting a new generation in ending the silence, helping to make mental health as highly valued as physical health. Through our many programs – including the emotionally gripping Send Silence Packing® traveling exhibit and our compelling Active Minds Speakers – we are changing culture and behaviors related to mental health across the country. Our internships are geared towards current college students and recent college graduates.  As a small nonprofit, Active Minds relies on the help of our interns tremendously as they work directly on important initiatives and projects as well as assist staff on a variety of administrative tasks. Interns have the opportunity to do substantive work, gain experience in the nonprofit sector, and help change the culture around mental health. All Fall 2025 internships will be remote with an anticipated start date of September 15th, 2025 and end date of December 5th, 2025. We expect interns to work a minimum of 20 hours a week, set a consistent work schedule between 9:00am and 5:00pm EST Monday - Friday, and commit to staying on board for the entire semester. Active Minds pays interns a stipend of $1,250 per month. Social Media Internship As part of the Marketing and Communications team, the Social Media intern will support the Social Media team in developing content across platforms, with a particular focus on short form video content. They will work with the rest of the team to create engaging, shareable content to help increase awareness of Active Minds programming. This role will provide interns with the opportunity to be creative, learn how nonprofits manage and develop their social media, collaborate with various Active Minds staffers to learn more about mental health advocacy, and interact with thousands of enthusiastic audience members on a daily basis.Social Media interns are valued members of the team who support the mission and vision of our work through a variety of projects in ways both big and small. Qualifications:Passion and experience working in social media Strong writing and communications skillsAttention to detailTeam player with a willingness to learn    Interest in video filming and editing (and comfort being on-screen)Knowledge of Google Workspace, Zoom, and DropboxExperience with Canva is a plus, but not requiredApplication ProcessThe application cycle for the Fall 2025 Internship Program will be open from Wednesday, June 25th through Wednesday, July 9th, 2025. When completing the application, please thoughtfully answer each application question in complete and authentic sentences as we thoroughly review every applicant.TO APPLY: Use the link provided to submit your application through our website.

  2025 Fall Internship

  Penn Hill Group 2025 Fall Internship Program Description and Application Company Overview Penn Hill Group is a bipartisan government relations firm located in Washington, DC. With decades of Congressional, Administration, non-profit and private sector experience, the members of Penn Hill Group provide clients with cutting-edge government relations, advocacy, policy development and analysis, communications, research, and strategic consulting support. Penn Hill Group specializes in education and workforce issues, including early childhood education, K-12 education initiatives, special education, job training, higher education, and other critical issues. Penn Hill Group is committed to providing internships that are substantive, promote the growth of many skills (including research and writing), and allow for opportunities to network and learn more about education policy issues. Job DescriptionThe Penn Hill Group intern will work on projects across the firm to support research, writing, office operations, and event and project management. This position is paid $18.00 an hour and will adjust according to DC minimum wage law. The intern will: Assist staff by conducting legislative research, tracking Federal legislation, and attending congressional hearings and briefings;Provide staff with support in research and analysis of various topics, organizations and key players in the field;Assist in the preparation of Penn Hill Group publications and events; andConduct administrative tasks as needed. Lengths of internships align with academic semesters/quarters. Start and end dates are flexible to accommodate your school's schedule. We require a 32-hour minimum weekly commitment, and we prefer interns who can work Friday mornings. Note: Interns are expected to be fully vaccinated and able to work in-person for the duration of their internship.  Internship Dates : September through December(flexible)Applications Open: June 9, 2025 Application Deadline: July 9, 2025 Job QualificationsOpen to undergraduate students interested in public policy, government relations or Federal advocacy related to education issues. Requirements: Completed at least two years of collegeStrong computer and administrative skillsSolid communication, writing and research skillsExcellent attention to detailAbility to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environmentPlease complete this Google form by July 9, 2025, at 11:59pm ET. Applicants who do not complete this form on time will not be considered. No phone calls, please. Applications will be reviewed after the application deadline passes. 

  Publishing Internships - Fall 2025

  Publishing Internships – Fall 2025 (NJ or PA) Princeton University Press (PUP) is pleased to offer publishing internships for Fall 2025 through the end of 2025 in several department areas, including Editorial and Promotions. PUP is a strong advocate for greater diversity, equity, and inclusion in the university press community. Individuals who are members of groups underrepresented in academic publishing (which is, according to research by Lee & Low, historically a majority white, straight, cisgender, and nondisabled industry) are encouraged to apply. In this program, students observe firsthand the inner workings of a major university press and learn about all aspects of the publishing industry. Interns will be paid $15.50 per hour. Work location will be at the discretion of each employee’s comfort level, and a hybrid schedule (option for in-office days) will be coordinated with managers. Due to payroll tax set-up, we will only be able to consider applicants who can either work in the Princeton office or provide a NJ or PA address for their employment/payroll processing.  Scheduled work hours (total 15 hours per week) and the specific start and end date for PUP internships are flexible, depending on each intern’s respective academic schedule.  The perks of being a PUP intern!Office and administrative experience that will introduce interns to the Press and to publishing in a concrete way.Opportunities to learn from a variety of departments and meet with staff throughout the Press. Writing and professional development workshops to support the acquisition of skills useful to pursuing future careers in publishing, scholarly communications, academia, or other writing-related fields.Opportunity to attend meetings to gain insight into editorial, marketing, design, and sales-related decision-making processes. Supervisors who act as mentors, providing support and advice, and who work to further the intern’s appreciation and understanding of academic publishing.Celebratory lunch at the end of the program with Press colleagues and a member of PUP’s senior management. Position Requirements:Must be at least 18 years old. An undergraduate degree is not required. PUP strongly encourages applications from individuals who will contribute to increasing representation, and diversity of thought and experience within the publishing industry.Must possess basic familiarity and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and be comfortable with internet research.Must possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Must be detail-oriented, organized, and attentive to established procedures.Must be able to multitask and prioritize tasks.Must be able to work well both independently and with others and have ability to synthesize feedback.Enthusiasm for collaboration, and commitment to professional codes of conduct, located at https://press.princeton.edu/about/mission-values.Ability to work from Princeton office and/or NJ or PA residence/address. While the Princeton, NJ office is at limited capacity, interested candidates may be able to work from the Press’s NJ office for networking and professional development. Flexibility with in-office days will be permitted. For 100% remote interns, a NJ or PA address must be provided for employment/payroll purposes. Department Internship Descriptions  Editorial Internship (Hybrid or Remote from NJ/PA only)Editorial interns support editorial assistants, editorial associates, and assistant editors in performing office and administrative tasks involved in the signing, developing, and publishing of distinctive and outstanding books. Primary responsibilities include processing advance and fee payments; drafting and mailing form letters; ordering complimentary copies to send to readers and authors; drafting and compiling materials for dossiers for Editorial Board approval; and mailing manuscripts, page proofs, and books to authors, readers, and endorsers. Interns may also have opportunities to take on other tasks, such as reading and evaluating proposals under consideration for publication, filling out permissions logs and conducting permissions research, researching and contacting potential peer reviewers, or other special projects. The editorial intern reports to a designated editorial associate on a day-to-day basis, and to the Editorial Administrator/Coordinator for overall supervision. Promotions Internship (Hybrid preference)The Promotions Team includes publicists and members of our in-house speaker's bureau, PUP Speaks. Our team works with authors and journalists to generate coverage of PUP books through reviews, interviews, op-eds, planned author tours and paid speaking engagements. The position is an opportunity to become familiar with, and to participate in, the tasks which go into publicizing books for a major university press. Responsibilities include fulfilling book requests by mailing print copies or emailing digital copies; conducting research for various books, media, and event partners for publicity purposes; researching and updating contact information for media, events, and book requests in Salesforce; creating e-galley pages; reading and logging book reviews on SharePoint and updating our title management system and website with pull quotes; and other administrative tasks. The intern reports to the Promotions Associate and provides support for both the US and UK Promotions teams. The intern is invited to participate in PUP’s seasonal marketing planning, launch, project review, and other cross-department meetings. Preference for the ability to work a minimum of one full (7.5 hours) day each week or two half days each week to assist with in-office mailing and administrative tasks. To Apply:The deadline for applications is Wednesday, July 9 at 11:59PM ET. We thank all applicants; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. For the Fall 2025 intern cohort session, we are currently accepting applications for internships in the following departments: Editorial and Promotions Applications will only be accepted in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF formatting. Please submit to our recruiting website (URL listed below) a cover letter and resume and indicate which department(s) you are applying for an internship in the cover letter. We recommend that you look on the Princeton University Press website to find one of our books that feels meaningful to you. Mention the book in your cover letter and explain why you chose it. INTERNSHIP DIRECT APPLY URL: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=356878&clientkey=974A67DA17E8D95AE1C19CF4D8426F23 Due to application volume, only finalists will be contacted. For more information on Princeton University Press, visit http://press.princeton.edu/.

  Marketing and Digital Media Internship (Fall 2025)

  About the Active Minds Internship ProgramActive Minds is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization changing the culture around mental health. Through our presence at more than 1,000 high school and college campuses, in corporate settings, and with a wide-reaching public audience, Active Minds is creating communities of support and saving lives. Founded in 2003 by Alison Malmon after the tragic suicide of her brother Brian, Active Minds is dedicated to supporting a new generation in ending the silence, helping to make mental health as highly valued as physical health. Through our many programs – including the emotionally gripping Send Silence Packing® traveling exhibit and our compelling Active Minds Speakers – we are changing culture and behaviors related to mental health across the country. Our internships are geared towards current college students and recent college graduates.  As a small nonprofit, Active Minds relies on the help of our interns tremendously as they work directly on important initiatives and projects as well as assist staff on a variety of administrative tasks. Interns have the opportunity to do substantive work, gain experience in the nonprofit sector, and help change the culture around mental health. All Fall 2025 internships will be remote with an anticipated start date of September 15th, 2025 and end date of December 5th, 2025. We expect interns to work a minimum of 20 hours a week, set a consistent work schedule between 9:00am and 5:00pm EST Monday - Friday, and commit to staying on board for the entire semester. Active Minds pays interns a stipend of $1,250 per month. Marketing and Digital Media Internship As part of the Marketing and Communications team, interns will learn how messaging and media can support a nonprofit’s mission.  Marketing and Digital Media interns get an up-close look at how Active Minds' robust marketing/communications programs, including digital media, blogs, earned media, partnerships, and more impact and grow the important work of our network of 800 campuses, workplaces, and communities with Active Minds programs, all across the country.Interns with the Marketing and Communications team will strengthen their video/digital media production, strategy development, project management, and overall creative skills as they help develop content and campaigns that motivate people to get involved with Active Minds and in mental health advocacy.  Some projects that interns contribute to include: collaborating on and creating video/digital media content to be shared across multiple platforms (including Active Minds social media, YouTube channel, and more), relationship marketing initiatives (ex. tabling strategy for public-facing events), and working alongside the Marketing Manager to serve as marketing/communications liaison with various programs and departments across the Active Minds organization. Marketing and Digital Media interns will have a direct impact on the success of marketing/communications content and plans that support the entire organization. Marketing and Digital Media interns are important members of the team who support all types of projects – big and small – to continue to move our mission forward.Qualifications:Interest in mental health and uplifting young adult voicesStrong long- and short-form video editing, storytelling, and communications skillsKnowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro (or similar editing software)Creative thinkerAttention to detailTeam player with a willingness to learn    Passion for nonprofit marketing and communicationsKnowledge of Google Workspace, Zoom, Dropbox, CanvaApplication ProcessThe application cycle for the Fall 2025 Internship Program will be open from Wednesday, June 25th through Wednesday, July 9th, 2025. When completing the application, please thoughtfully answer each application question in complete and authentic sentences as we thoroughly review every applicant.TO APPLY: Please use the link provided to submit your application directly through our website.

  Youth Leadership Intern (Fall 2025)

  About the Active Minds Internship ProgramActive Minds is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization changing the culture around mental health. Through our presence at more than 1,000 high school and college campuses, in corporate settings, and with a wide-reaching public audience, Active Minds is creating communities of support and saving lives. Founded in 2003 by Alison Malmon after the tragic suicide of her brother Brian, Active Minds is dedicated to supporting a new generation in ending the silence, helping to make mental health as highly valued as physical health. Through our many programs – including the emotionally gripping Send Silence Packing® traveling exhibit and our compelling Active Minds Speakers – we are changing culture and behaviors related to mental health across the country. Our internships are geared towards current college students and recent college graduates.  As a small nonprofit, Active Minds relies on the help of our interns tremendously as they work directly on important initiatives and projects as well as assist staff on a variety of administrative tasks. Interns have the opportunity to do substantive work, gain experience in the nonprofit sector, and help change the culture around mental health. All Fall 2025 internships will be remote with an anticipated start date of September 15th, 2025 and end date of December 5th, 2025. We expect interns to work a minimum of 20 hours a week, set a consistent work schedule between 9:00am and 5:00pm EST Monday - Friday, and commit to staying on board for the entire semester. Active Minds pays interns a stipend of $1,250 per month.  Youth Leadership Internship As part of the School Mental Health Team, the Youth Leadership Intern will support the organization's  Youth Leadership initiatives, specifically the Mental Health Advocacy Institute for college students and two key K-12 programs: the Mental Health Advocacy Academy and our new Regional Summits. . The Youth Leadership Intern will be supervised by the Senior Manager of Higher Education and work directly with both the  Director of K-12 Initiatives and the Senior Manager, Higher Education. Some key responsibilities include: Support the Mental Health Advocacy Institute for college students and Academy and Regional Summits for high school students.Facilitate groups of students in the different youth leadership programs while they complete a variety of interactive activities, discussions and reflections.Provide one on one technical support to students in the youth leadership programs as they craft mental health advocacy action plans and campaigns.Support youth leadership program administrative tasks such as sending out mass communications and keeping track of participant information.Assist in the creation of supplemental materials for the youth leadership programs including but not limited to videos, worksheets, activities, etc.The Youth Leadership Intern will be a valued member of the team who will support the mission and vision of our work through a variety of projects in ways both big and small. Qualifications:Interest in mental health focused youth leadership programming for both K-12 and Higher Education.Has either attended or is currently attending a college or universityStrong writing and editing skillsStrong leadership and facilitation skillsStrong public speaking skillsStrong time and project management skillsExperience serving in student leadership roles  in high school or in college, but preferability in both settings.Demonstrated ability of working in teams under deadlinesAbility to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaroundKnowledge of Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Zoom, and DropboxApplication ProcessThe application cycle for the Fall 2025 Internship Program will be open from Wednesday, June 25th through Wednesday, July 9th, 2025. When completing the application, please thoughtfully answer each application question in complete and authentic sentences as we thoroughly review every applicant. TO APPLY: Please use the link provided to submit an application on our website.