Why Should I Participate in an Internship?
Internships provide personal, professional, and academic benefits. You will expand your classroom knowledge by practical application of what you have learned. You will build skills that will help you better represent yourself and talents. These experiences assist you in building a more robust resume and stand out to employers. You could even earn money or receive academic credit for completing an internship.
Of interns are offered a job at the company where they interned according to Zippia, 2022.
average difference in starting salaries for students who complete internships vs. students who do not, according to a NACE 2024 Student Survey
During my internship at PwC Jamaica, I gained invaluable practical knowledge and hands-on experience in the industry, even while navigating a new country for the first time. Internships provide that essential first step into the professional world, offering opportunities to learn, grow, and build a strong foundation for your career.
Sara-Lee Maximea, Class of 2024
MBA Business Analytics
Dillard College of Business Administration
Mustangs Gain Career Experience Through Internships
Mustangs have interned with esteemed employers all across the map, from the National Institutes of Health and Dow Jones to the Dallas Cowboys and Atlantic Records. They have built professional networks, gained invaluable hands-on experience, and taken their studies to the next level - all while having fun! Explore some of our MSU Texas internship stories and get inspired by the kind of experiences you could have through an internship.
Caroline Gomez immersed herself in government and D.C., where she experienced firsthand how lawmaking happens.
Leslie Cook worked side-by-side with the some of the world’s leading scientists in biomedical research during her internship with the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland.
Ethan Coyle’s internship with ETC (Electronic Transaction Consultants) jumpstarted his career in computer science.
James Rowland shifted his competitive nature on the basketball court to the classroom. An internship at a local accounting firm paved the way for his future.
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Internship FAQs
Why should I complete an internship?
Internships may allow you to:
- Use classroom learning in a real-world environment.
- Develop professional skills, such as writing, communication, collaboration, and industry-specific technical abilities.
- Add relevant work experience to your resume and elevate you above other candidates.
- Grow your network by building connections with professionals in your field.
- Explore whether specific industries or careers are a good fit for you.
- Gain academic credit or compensation for your work.
When should I complete an internship?
How many internships should I complete during college?
Where should I look for internship opportunities?
- MustangsHIRE.org powered by Handshake houses our database of internship opportunities, especially those seeking to hire Mustangs. Create your account, complete your profile, and being your search today! The platform is set up to begin presenting curated opportunities to you, upon the completion of your profile.
- To find more information about internships for academic credit, please visit with a faculty member or advisor for your major.
Who can help me as I look for an internship?
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