Internship Links

This list of links will help you to focus your search. Check out everything from Minnesota databases to international opportunities. Please note: The Office of Career Services does not monitor any of the internship sites or positions on the Internet. We do not have first hand knowledge of their scope or effectiveness.  Please use discretion when using these links.

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Minnesota/Local Internship Listings

Information about mostly Minnesota positions

HECUA - The Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs offers summer internships and programs in MN & abroad. These internships are academic in nature and focus on social change.

INTERNpost - There are internships for all majors, from a variety of employers and organizations within the Twin Cities area & greater Minnesota.

State of Minnesota - This site links to a database of all the government-related jobs in MN.

National Internship Listings

Links to databases for internships located across the US

The Back Door Guide to Short Term Job Adventures - This Web site gives you a sample of the listing that can be found in the book The Back Door Guide to Short Term Job Adventures available in the Career Services Office. It offers thousands of detailed listings for unique and alternative paid internships, seasonal work, volunteer opportunities, overseas jobs, and other short-term work experiences.

Disney College Program - Paid internships are offered at both Disney World and Disneyland

Educational Housing Services (EHS) - New York City - Site includes a number of furnished, safe and affordable residences for students. There is also a link for a roommate referral program in NYC.

HomeAway - HomeAway, the largest, most complete site for vacation rentals listings and information, is looking for interns to do Travel Writing that will be published on this high traffic site.

InternMatch - a free national database, internship guides, resources, and tools.

Internships.com - Newly redesigned site - search for internships, student tools and company directory.

OASIS - Orlando Area Student Internship Society is overwhelmed with requests from top employers searching for high-achieving students willing to accept challenging internships in the Orlando/Central FL area.

Rising Star Internships - A clearinghouse of internships sorted by category. This organization has an extensive application process and it is recommended that you start the process early.

St. Cloud State University Internpost - View postings for internships and career related work experience.

Wetfeet - Articles on internships.

International Internships

Links and tips on how to locate internships abroad. General rule of thumb: start looking for sites early & anticipate having to do the internship for-credit.

Association of International Development and Exchange (AIDE) - AIDE can help you find an international internship in the following countries: Argentina, Australia, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Peru and Spain.  Many fields are represented.

AustraLearn - Want to intern in Australia or New Zealand? This organization helps you find the right internship and gives you the inside scoop on how live/work in Australia.

BUNAC - BUNAC's internship program, Intern in Britain, provides the opportunity to work as a student or recent graduate intern in the UK for up to 6 months.

British Council - Government agency that helps with Internship placement in the United Kingdom for American students. Offers lists and descriptions of positions with all contact information necessary to apply.

CRCC Beijing Internship - provides professional internships in Beijing for students and graduates.

Global Career Services - Find international jobs and internships as well as advice on CV, resume, work permit and visa requirements for working abroad.

Idealist - 20,000 nonprofit and community organizations in 150 countries, where you can search placements by name, location, or mission. These internships tend to be oriented towards activism & social change.

iHippo - A combination of social network and jobsite which offers Young Professionals and Students the chance to browse through 1000+ challenging international job and internship offers from prestigious employers. A professional profile can be created in order to be found by international recruiters and for networking with peers from around the globe.

Intern in Asia - Information on how to find and complete an internship in Asia. Operated by MOGPA , this nonprofit organization helps U.S. college students and recent graduates get internships at American and Asian companies in China and Japan.

InterExchange - Internships programs include placement, housing and meals and are available in a wide variety of fields. All placements include a 2 week language school program. Schools are centrally located and feature modern classrooms with half-day classes Monday through Friday.

Intern.StudyAbroad.com - conduct an extensive college search for perfect internship abroad or opportunities during your overseas study.

ReachGlobal - Offers international internships or "in-country" placements.

Univ. of Michigan International Center - Excellent resource with links to MANY websites that help people wade through the sea of information about working and interning abroad.

Internships in Washington, DC

Looking to intern in one of the most exciting cities in the world? Interested in politics and social change? Consider interning for a semester or a summer in D.C.

Federal Government Internships - Internship opportunities within the Federal Government.

Institute for Experiential Learning - The Institute for Experiential Learning (IEL) provides academic internships through three programs: the Capital Experience, the Embassy and Diplomatic Scholars Internship Program, and the Foreign Policy Symposium.

Live, Learn, & Intern in DC - Part of Georgetown University, this program focuses on academic internships in politics, economics, business and political journalism.

Discipline Specific Sites

These sites are categorized by academic discipline.

Business

Agstar Financial Services - Recruiting for internships typically takes place from October to January each year. Summer interns are usually selected and notified by mid-January. Available internships listed on this website.

Retailology.com - Click on Search all College Recruitment Opportunities, then at the bottom of the page, click on Internships. Includes mainly summer opportunities in various locations throughout the US. You can search and apply online. The site is hosted by Federated Merchandising Group, the largest operator of fine department stores in the United States.

Scottrade - This internship program provides students with a "hands-on" learning experience for those interested in pursuing a career in the financial industry

Environmental Science & Recreation

Student Conservation Association - SCA offers 3-to-12 month, expense-paid internship opportunities in all 50 states, in more than 50 professional fields with the National Park Service, the U.S. Forest Service, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the U.S. Geological Survey, and state and local agencies, among others.

Music

Vocalessence - provides internship positions throughout the organization for those who are interested in beginning careers in performing arts management and/or arts education.

Social Services

This organization connects all types of non-profit organizations together in Minnesota.

National Mental Health Association - Located in Virgina, this organization has a variety of different types of internships.

Writing

Coffeehouse Press - Local non-profit publisher with a variety of internships. Recommend applying 6 months prior to when you would like to start.

Magazine Publishers of America (MPA) - The MPA is the industry association for consumer magazines. The internship listing are continually being updated and enhanced. The MPA represents more than 200 US-based publishing companies with more then 1,200 titles; more than 75 international companies; and more than 90 associate members providing services to the industry.

Women's Press - A Twin Cities based organization that connects women around the state. It has internships in publishing and management.

Contact Us

For more information about finding an internship or help with narrowing down one's options, visit Career Serivces, CC 322.