Best Internships by Role
Vault surveyed thousands of current and former interns about their internship programs. Vault’s Best Internships by Role reflect the programs rated highest by interns working in those specific roles and functions. The 2025 rankings are based on the results of the 2024 Internship Survey conducted in the summer of 2024.
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2025 Best Internships for Engineering
Walbridge Internship Program
Walbridge provides hands-on experience in construction management and engineering. The purpose of the Walbridge Summer Internship program is to engage students with meaningful career development activities geared toward cultivating talented,...
SCORE 9.389
2024 Ranking
#4
Mastercard Internship Program
Mastercard has established a variety of programs for students and recent graduates, including its summer internship program and the Mastercard Launch program. Students and recent graduates from around the globe can participate, as Mastercard...
SCORE 9.386
2024 Ranking
#1
LyondellBasell Internship & Co-Op Program
LyondellBasell offers two different programs for students: an engineering co-op and a corporate internship program. The engineering co-op can take place during the fall, spring, or summer semesters, and is specifically tailored to chemical,...
SCORE 9.218
2024 Ranking
#NR
Alcon See Brilliantly Internship Program
Alcon offers internships in many of its business areas, including research and development, technology, finance, marketing, sales, human resources, supply chain management, and engineering. Internships last for approximately 10–12 weeks over the...
SCORE 9.180
2024 Ranking
#NR
M.A. Mortenson Company Internship Program
M.A. Mortenson offers an internship program for students interested in the construction and renewable energy fields. Internships are typically held during the spring and summer months and provide meaningful work and learning experiences for...
SCORE 9.167
2024 Ranking
#NR
Abbott Internship Program
The Abbott internship program offers access to senior leadership, career development, rewards, and meaningful work across various functions, including engineering, science, finance, information technology, and marketing. Every year, Abbott hosts...
SCORE 9.145
2024 Ranking
#6
DAVIS Summer Internship Program
Each summer, DAVIS welcomes 25-30 college students to the greater DMV area to participate in a 12-week internship experience. From day one, interns are part of the DAVIS team. Safety is paramount, with interns learning and championing safety...
SCORE 9.090
2024 Ranking
#NR
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Internship Program
The American Bureau of Shipping internship program is for any student pursuing a higher-education degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in the engineering field—including, but not limited to, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Electrical...
SCORE 9.085
2024 Ranking
#NR
BNY Internship Program
BNY Mellon’s internship program offers undergraduate students exposure to the financial services industry across several roles and functions, including audit, client management, engineering, finance, investment management, marketing and...
SCORE 9.083
2024 Ranking
#NR
Medtronic Corporate Campus Programs
The Medtronic Summer Internship Program is a 10–11-week paid summer internship between June through August, where interns across the US work on challenging projects for the business. Each intern is given a business-critical project from their...
SCORE 9.046
2024 Ranking
#8
Eli Lilly and Company Internship Program
The Eli Lilly internship program is the main pathway for students and new grads looking to join the company. The internship is offered in several areas within Lilly, including data sciences and solutions, engineering, IT, finance, and HR, among...
SCORE 8.987
2024 Ranking
#10
Superior Construction Building the Future Internship Program
The Superior Construction Building the Future summer internship offers students a 12-week program that provides an in-depth look into a career in the construction field. Interns gain hands-on experience by working on real projects alongside...
SCORE 8.984
2024 Ranking
#NR
Arthrex Internship/Co-op Program
Arthrex offers graduate programs, internships, co-ops, and technology development programs—as well as several university and technical education center collaborations—that allow students to develop the necessary skills and experience for...
SCORE 8.900
2024 Ranking
#NR
Garmin Summer Internship Program
Garmin’s internship program provides college students the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to Garmin’s cutting-edge products and technology for aviation, automotive, fitness, marine, and outdoor markets. Students who want to pursue a...
SCORE 8.897
2024 Ranking
#12
CDM Smith Internship Program
CDM Smith offers an internship program to students pursuing STEM degrees who are interested in joining the construction and engineering fields. Interns can join a variety of areas, like construction, environmental engineering, civil engineering,...
SCORE 8.859
2024 Ranking
#NR
Hilti Internship Program
Hilti’s internship program allows students to flex the skills they’ve learned in the classroom and grow them by working on real-life projects for the company. Internships can be in many of the company’s business areas, primarily sales,...
SCORE 8.829
2024 Ranking
#NR
INL Research Excellence Student Programs
INL provides an internship program for students at undergraduate and graduate levels in a wide spectrum of fields, including science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), operations, and business. Interns engage in substantive tasks that...
SCORE 8.804
2024 Ranking
#16
CACI Internship Program
CACI International offers its internship year-round, with the largest class of interns descending on the Reston, Virginia HQ in the summer. CACI’s primary client is the U.S. federal government, so students should have an interest in working on...
SCORE 8.798
2024 Ranking
#NR
Mott MacDonald Internship Program
Mott MacDonald’s internship program allows students to take on real-world engineering and construction projects in nearly all of the company’s business areas. Interns will be able to learn from experienced full-time professionals, grow their...
SCORE 8.797
2024 Ranking
#NR
American Electric Power Internship Program
The American Electric Power Internship is designed as an abbreviated version of a full-time position at the company, gearing interns for later entry into the company. Interns enrolled in the computer science track receive practical experience in...
SCORE 8.774
2024 Ranking
#3
Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. Internship
The Spirit AeroSystems internship program is open to college juniors and seniors, and includes several available pathways, including quality assurance, operations, engineering, research and development, human resources, accounting, or marketing,...
SCORE 8.714
2024 Ranking
#15
Vermeer Corporation Intern Development Program
Vermeer Corporation provides students with the opportunity to bring their classroom knowledge to real-world experiences during the company’s summer internship program. During the summer, interns work to grow their skills in the areas of...
SCORE 8.678
2024 Ranking
#NR
NASA OSTEM Internship Program
NASA’s OSTEM (Office of STEM Engagement) internship program offers students the chance to work directly with NASA engineers, research scientists, and others to grow their STEM skills. Internships can be full- or part-time and on-site or remote,...
SCORE 8.674
2024 Ranking
#NR
Nissan US Internship Program
The Nissan internship program is offered across nearly all of its U.S. locations, providing students with opportunities to gain professional work experience with program components that include extensive networking, learning, and community...
SCORE 8.660
2024 Ranking
#NR
Hanson Professional Services, Inc. Internship Program
Hanson Professional Services Inc. offers part- and full-time paid internships in a variety of areas. Interns work alongside project and technical experts to collaborate with clients, deliver results, and gain hands-on experience. Students are...
SCORE 8.656
2024 Ranking
#11
Hormel Foods Inspired Intern Program
Hormel Foods offers meaningful paid internship opportunities. As an intern, you’ll apply what you’ve learned in the classroom to real-life work situations. Your work will directly contribute to the success of the company. Internships may be...
SCORE 8.580
2024 Ranking
#7
Lam Research Internship Program
As a summer intern at Lam Research, you can expect to gain valuable hands-on experience in the semiconductor industry. You will have the opportunity to closely collaborate with experienced professionals, gain insight into cutting-edge...
SCORE 8.574
2024 Ranking
#NR
AtriCure Co-Op & Intern Program
AtriCure’s internship program takes place across many of the company’s business areas, allowing students the chance to get up close and personal with the kinds of work done in the medical device industry. Internships are year-round and held in...
SCORE 8.556
2024 Ranking
#NR
Trane Technologies Internship Program
Trane Technologies offers a variety of internship options for students with a knack for STEM subjects, as well as those with less technical career goals. Internships are available in areas like engineering, operations, marketing, analytics and...
SCORE 8.551
2024 Ranking
#NR
BAE Systems, Inc. LEAP Internship and Co-op Program
The BAE Systems LEAP internship and co-op program is designed to give students hands-on experience in aerospace and defense industry. The acronym stands for Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress, which are the main goals for interns in the program....
SCORE 8.477
2024 Ranking
#NR
