These positions are extremely competitive.
Deadlines occur very early.
Majority of the deadlines are on or before March 15. This is the preferred experience, but may not be available to everyone who applies. Some career fields do not traditionally employ paid interns. Unpaid Internships Many are competitive, but for the most part they tend to be more readily available than paid internships. Deadlines follow about the same timelines, though these positions have a tendency to remain open slightly longer than paid positions.