MSU Internship Coordinators work closely with students to find an internship which fits their academic training, previous work experience, specific interests and career goals. It is important that students work closely with one of the MSU Internship Coordinators in order to ensure the best possible work placement. Most internships provide a variety of experiences. Students also usually must take on some of the general office duties. The key to a good internship is that there be a balance between the two.
Many different factors go into making an internship successful.
They should be the kind of person who can work well both independently and as part of a group. Most of all, students need to be personally committed to learning as much as possible from the experience. Most are unpaid. We encourage students to choose their internship as much as possible based on the educational and career value. Any stipends or other arrangements are the decision of the internship sponsor.