Online Internship Search Resources

LinkedIn: The world’s largest professional network. Create a profile and connect with previous employers, alumni, and famous business people. In a world where in-person contact has become less common, LinkedIn makes networking easy. Send direct messages to alumni who work at a company you are interested in or to the HR manager hiring for the job you just applied to. It is a great resource to make yourself stand out from the crowd and make personal connections.

Indeed: One of the most popular online resources for internship search Indeed has a variety of features that makes it so popular. For starters, profile building is easy by uploading your resume or even building a new one through Indeed. In addition, Indeed is a great place to leave or gauge reviews on businesses to gain a better perspective on the work environment while also viewing various salaries of certain positions. Since Indeed is so popular and mainstream, it is worth taking a look at.

Glassdoor: Another extremely popular resource, Glassdoor shares similar features to Indeed, including anonymous reviews and salary reports, while also having easy customization for your profile. A unique feature that Glassdoor does have is an interview feature where you can review certain interview questions to help prepare for that important job opportunity.

ZipRecruiter: A final “big player” on this list, ZipRecruiter is big on providing a simple way to apply for positions to maximize potential opportunities. This is done by creating a well-organized profile with all of your information, then optimizing opportunities with the “one-click apply” feature. This allows anyone who wants to apply for as many jobs as possible to spend the time to customize their profile and then be able to apply for positions each day quickly. ZipRecruiter also features salary and business reviews as well as its competitors.

Wayup: After making an account, go to Jobs and Internships and select either Internship or Camus Rep in the job type bar. While campus rep might not be a paid position, it could be a good remote opportunity that could lead to an internship. If you are looking for a remote internship to be done at school or home as well, just indicate on the front page of the website that states “view remote listings”. Wayup also offers easy communication with featured employers and the opportunity to personalize your profile to make you an attractive candidate.

Upwork: Upwork brings personalization to a completely different level. To build your profile, there is a ten-step process, and be sure to do it extensively to ensure you create a good representation of yourself. From there, Upwork is a website that focuses on remote freelance work. Upwork deducts a fee from each job you are paid for and has you pay a connection fee after applying to about ten jobs. Just simply update your interests in your profile and find remote opportunities that are short and long-term. While not necessarily an internship, freelance work is a great opportunity to build a resume that could lead to an internship, and who knows what kind of connections you can make doing freelance work? In addition, freelance work is always remote so it can be done at home or school throughout the school year.

CareerBuilder: While CareerBuilder doesn’t have a page directly devoted to finding internships, you can search for part-time or write internships in the main search bar. There is also a ton of different industries to choose from in their long list of fields. The website is not the flashiest in terms of style but has a lot of different opportunities and career advice.

Internships.com: Brought to you by Chegg, this website focuses on... internships. From logging in and creating an account you can find a job search bar that will help find the ideal internship based on location and field preference. They have over a hundred fields on their category bar. The search bar even has a high school internship and college internship tab, something no other site has. Internships.com is a site with a lot of foot traffic, and a great place to look for an internship. If you search “internships for college students”, internships.com is one of the first results, so the popularity and high usage is a factor to consider when using Internships.com. Happy hunting!

The Muse: Use the advanced search bar and put your preference as “Internship” to find all available internships. You can also choose different company sizes if you have a preference which is a unique feature. Also features a free career advice page to learn how to interact with companies and learn more information about featured companies including size, mission, and benefits. Very well set-up website and is the most aesthetically pleasing website on the list!

Outsourcely: Delivers personalized remote opportunities based on your personalized profile. List your experience, availability (part-time, full-time, desired salary), and post your resume. In the advanced search bar, you can search based on interest, but there is no “Internship” page. However, you can put in your profile you are looking for an internship, and Outsourcely will try and find internships based on your profile. Not the easiest website to find internships, but has some high-quality internships and is worth a look. Also has some freelance opportunities.

Jobspresso: A great website to find remote work, a huge plus of the site is the ability to create a profile page with a professional summary, and then post your resume on the website to network with companies based on your interest. To find remote opportunities, go to “Browse Jobs” and then select in your preferences you are looking for an internship or part-time work (some of the part-time jobs are labeled as internships). You can mix and match based on your interested fields and you can also add alerts with different keywords and companies.

Idealist: Find internships in the job search bar and select “Internships”. While this site has a lack of consumer engagement with no profile page, there are a lot of different preferences to help narrow down internships. For example, education level, type of company (nonprofit, government, recruiter, etc.), remote or onsite, language, and compensation. This is a feature that makes Idealist stand out and can help you find the right internship.

Pangea: A relatively new site with a website in Beta mode, Pangea is a job website that is focused on finding college students internships, full-time, part-time, and freelance work. A personalized profile that has a similar look to LinkedIn, you can put your class year, experience, and skills on display. It is incredibly easy to navigate opportunities and filter out your preferences based on salary, job type, field/industry, and time frame. You can even put down referrals on your profile, which is an excellent feature that no other website has. This website is very similar to LinkedIn, but it’s solely for students. Students can message other students through their profiles and make connections. Unfortunately, not all colleges are verified through the site yet, so your college may not be featured on your profile. However, the website is in beta mode and will surely improve over time!

Absolute Internship: For the person who loves travel, Absolute Internship is an award-winning program where students can intern abroad. Choose from 11 different countries in Europe and Asia, this program promises a once-in-a-lifetime experience. With multiple programs for high-school and college students, there is something for everyone.

Student Conservation Association: Perfect for the student who is passionate about protecting the environment. With internships across all 50 states, SCA focuses on protecting and restoring national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks, and community green spaces. Students will gain hands-on experience that will make an impact on the environment for years to come.

Media Bistro: A great resource for students who want to pursue a career in media. There are job options for all fields, from PR to legal. With opportunities to work for top media companies, such as NBCUniversal, Fox, and Hearst, students could have the chance to work with the best in their industry.

Fashion United: The website is dedicated to fashion news, but has an impressive job board for internships. Internships range from trainee programs for large department stores to a fit model to a small showroom and HR at international sportswear brands. The job board is not just got internships and is a great resource for finding a full-time job after graduation.

College Grad: Dedicated to students looking for internships and entry-level jobs. Most jobs are located in or near large cities across the US, but there a some in smaller cities. You can browse by level, job title, industry, and location, making the search very user-friendly. There are career profiles for over 600 occupations, with job descriptions, duties, how to get into the field, salary, and other important information.

Generation Hired: A new platform created with Gen Z in mind. They take a modern twist on the job search. You can create a profile, with your major and job interests, so employers can filter through profiles that match what they are looking for and find you. If a company is interested in you, they will reach out through text. Generation Hired also provides live and on-demand content featuring executives from top companies, as well as career resources to help in the search.

Intern Jobs: This global database of internships and entry-level jobs, this easy-to-use job board allows you to search by country, city, and state. Narrow down results by entering the industry in the search bar.

Intern Queen: Created by career expert and author, Lauren Berger, Intern Queen is dedicated to providing internship opportunities and career advice to high school students, college students, and recent graduates. You can search internships by industry, semester, year, and location, making for an easy and seamless process.

Simply Hired: A heavy hitter in the job search world. Search jobs based on location and industry, with thousands of internships to choose from. Many companies have salaries and ratings, based on current and past employees’ experience. In addition to jobs, find advice for job seekers, such as resume and cover letter advice and sample interview questions.

USA Jobs: Students interested in an internship within any government system, look no further. Find internships with the Navy, Department of Justice, or the US Attorney’s office. These internships are among the most prestigious and competitive but will provide a stepping stone to students looking to pursue a career in politics.

Go Abroad: Choose from almost 100 internship programs in countries across the world. Great for the student who wants to see the world. Have all the fun adventures of a study abroad program, while learning new skills that can further their career.

Built In: With a focus on technology, Built In is a great resource for anyone interested in working at a start-up or large tech firm. Select job category “internships” and filter your location to find top internships in the field. There are thousands of internships to choose from at companies across the nation.