Best Internships by Role

Firsthand surveyed thousands of current and former interns about their internship programs. Firsthand’s Best Internships by Role reflect the programs rated highest by interns working in those specific roles and functions. The 2023 rankings are based on the results of the 2022 Internship Survey conducted in the summer of 2022.

Survey Methodology

To compile the 2023 Firsthand Internships Rankings, Firsthand surveyed more than 11,400 current and former interns in the summer of 2022. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the highest and 1 being the lowest, respondents were asked to rate their internship experiences in six core areas:

Quality of Life (company culture, hours, work-life balance, flexibility)
Compensation & Benefits (pay structure, subsidized expenses, technology resources, office space, perks)
Interview Process (application process, requirements, number of interviews)
Career Development (including four separate ratings for training and mentoring, quality of assignments, real-life experience, networking opportunities)
Full-time Employment Prospects (opportunity to obtain a full-time job with this organization)
Diversity (including four separate ratings for diversity with respect to women, racial & ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and other underrepresented groups)

To determine an overall score for each program, the ratings were assigned relative weights based on what interns told us they most value most in an internship. The overall scores are based on the following weighted formula: 30 percent career development, 20 percent employment prospects, 20 percent quality of life, 20 percent compensation, 5 percent diversity, and 5 percent interview process.

The Best Internships by Role represent the programs with the highest overall scores from interns working in those roles. The rankings include Data Analytics, Engineering, Finance, HR, Information Technology, Software Development and Engineering, Strategy and Business Development, and Sales, Marketing, and Communications.

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2023 Best Internships for Data Analytics

SCORE 9.981

2022 Rank NR

Infosys InStep Internship Program

Infosys is a global leader in technology services and consulting. InStep is Infosys’ Global Internship Program for Bachelors, Masters, MBA, and Ph.D. students from top academic institutions around the world. This internship program, which is...

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SCORE 9.289

2022 Rank 2

The Home Depot Summer 2023 Internship Program

At The Home Depot, interns are valuable contributors on challenging and immersive projects that directly impact the business. Interns who join the Home Depot family become part of an innovative and fast-paced team with ample opportunity to grow...

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SCORE 9.215

2022 Rank NR

SAP Internship Experience Program (iXp)

SAP offers internship programs for students that are interested in a career in a variety of business areas, including finance, human resources, marketing, sales, development and technology, consulting services, and corporate operations. The...

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SCORE 9.186

2022 Rank NR

Gilead Internship Program

Gilead offers an exciting student internship out of its corporate headquarters in Foster City, California. The internship is perfect for students who want to begin their career with a biopharmaceutical company that has been a trailblazer in...

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SCORE 9.122

2022 Rank 5

CVS Health Corporate Internship Program

CVS Health offers a comprehensive internship program designed to engage undergraduate, MBA, and master’s students; impart valuable skills; and offer insight into a potential career path with Fortune's #4 company for 2022. Highlights include a...

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SCORE 9.025

2022 Rank NR

West Monroe Internship Program

West Monroe offers its award-winning 10-week internship program for students who are interested in exploring a career in management and technology consulting. The program is available to students who are business majors as well as those who are...

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SCORE 8.994

2022 Rank 8

Discover Internship Program

The Discover Internship Program aims to help students “Find Your Spark.” The summer internship program is designed to prepare students for full-time employment at Discover, providing a mini-experience of the Rotational Development program for...

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SCORE 8.953

2022 Rank NR

Bates White Summer Consultant Program

The Bates White Summer Consultant Program is an intensive 10-week internship that provides rising seniors with an opportunity to develop knowledge, skills, and abilities while making meaningful contributions to the firm. Participants receive...

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SCORE 8.897

2022 Rank NR

Mastercard Worldwide Internship Program

Mastercard has established a variety of programs for students and recent graduates, including its summer internship program, the Mastercard Launch program, and an MBA program. Students and recent graduates from around the globe can participate,...

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SCORE 8.871

2022 Rank 6

KPMG Internship Program

KPMG has established an internship program that is designed to give students hands-on experience in a variety of professional services including audit, tax, advisory, or business support services. Each intern is paired with a mentor, and will...

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