Where to Find Internships

Last updated February 19, 2026

In this article

• Handshake
• Idealist
• StandOutSearch
• WayUp
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Federal Internship Finder
• USAJobs.gov
• Your school’s career center
• Apply directly on a company’s website
• Through your network

If you’re looking for a way to gain work experience for your resume or college applications, why not consider an internship? Internships offer valuable hands-on work experience in a variety of professions and fields to help people learn and grow their professional network. From online job boards to school resources, discover where high school and college students can find internships to build skills and explore careers. 

Handshake

Handshake is a popular platform that helps college students find internships and other early-career opportunities. What sets Handshake apart is its ability to connect students directly with employers—you can receive messages from companies, apply to internships, and network with alumni from your school who work at organizations you’re interested in. Because Handshake is a gated platform designed specifically for college students, you must register using a college email address to access opportunities.

Idealist

Idealist is a website where students can find jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities, especially with nonprofits and organizations focused on helping others. You don’t need to create an account to browse opportunities, but making a free profile allows you to save positions you’re interested in. To get started, enter your city and explore internships and volunteer opportunities near you.

StandOutSearch

StandOutSearch is an internship platform created specifically for high school students. It allows you to explore internship opportunities using filters like grade level, interests, paid or unpaid positions, season, and more. No sign up is required to start searching.

WayUp

WayUp is a job and internship platform for college students and recent graduates to search for opportunities, access career advice, and connect directly with employers. WayUp is a gated platform, so you must register and complete a profile before viewing opportunities. Once your profile is complete, you will have access to a dashboard of internship opportunities that match your profile.

Indeed

Indeed is a popular job and internship search website used by students and professionals. You can search for internships by job title, company, or location and filter results by part-time, full-time, or temporary roles. No account is required to browse, but creating a free profile allows you to upload your resume and apply more easily.

LinkedIn

LinkedIn is a professional networking platform that also helps students find internships and jobs. Students can search for opportunities, follow companies they’re interested in, and connect with professionals and alumni. Creating a profile allows you to showcase your skills, experience, and interests while building your professional network.

Federal Internship Finder

Federal Internship Finder connects students to internship opportunities within the U.S. federal government. It pulls together internships from multiple government agencies in one place, making it easier to explore public service careers. Opportunities are available for high school, college, and graduate students.

USAJobs.gov

USAJobs.gov is the official website for jobs and internships with the U.S. federal government. Students can search for paid internships, summer programs, and entry-level positions across a wide range of fields. Creating an account allows you to apply for positions and track your applications online.

Your school’s career center

If you’re a college student, use the resources offered by your campus career center. In addition to helping you fine-tune your resume and prepare for interviews, many college career centers have great online job and internship boards where students can search for opportunities based on their major or areas of interest. Additionally, career centers have relationships with employers and often are aware of internship opportunities that may be exclusively available to students at your school.

Apply directly on a company’s website

Another way to find internships is by applying directly through a company’s website. Many organizations post internship opportunities on their “Careers” or “Jobs” pages, often with detailed descriptions of the role and internship requirements. Applying directly allows you to target companies you’re genuinely interested in and can sometimes give you access to opportunities that aren’t posted on job boards.

Through your network

Your network is a great place to start your search! Reach out to old coworkers, supervisors, and managers to let them know you’re interested in finding an internship. They may know of an opportunity that could be a great fit for you! You can also tap into your academic connections in college. For example, if you are looking for an internship in media or journalism, you can reach out to your school’s student newspaper advisor to see if they have any helpful connections. Once you are connected with someone who works in your desired industry, you can set up an informational interview to learn more about their profession and any opportunities they may be aware of.

Do you have any questions about finding an internship? Connect with a Get Schooled Advisor.

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