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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 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 Information Technology

#1
SCORE 9.985
2022 Rank 1

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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#2
SCORE 9.579
2022 Rank NR

Grant Thornton Internship

Grant Thornton offers several student programs, all designed for specific groups of students to best fit what they are looking for. The two programs offered by the company are its Growth programs and internships. Growth programs included the...

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#3
SCORE 9.326
2022 Rank 5

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. Discover offers internships for undergraduate and graduate students in Business...

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#4
SCORE 9.307
2022 Rank NR

Ellucian Internship Program

The Ellucian Internship Program is designed to develop top-quality students into entry-level hires through mentorship and valuable applied experience in research and development, marketing, consulting, sales, IT, and more. The Ellucian...

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#5
SCORE 9.273
2022 Rank 3

The Home Depot 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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#6
SCORE 9.262
2022 Rank 12

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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#7
SCORE 9.103
2022 Rank 15

DTCC Summer Internship Program

DTCC offers a two-year program for highly motivated students who are pursuing a Bachelor’s or a Master’s degree in business, economics, finance, accounting, or computer science. Participants apply during the course of their studies, and upon...

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#8
SCORE 9.078
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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#9
SCORE 9.036
2022 Rank NR

Plante Moran Internship Program

As an intern at Plante Moran, you’ll be treated just like any other staff. Although each internship is slightly different, most interns work on actual client projects, getting a real feel for the profession, the firm, and its clientele. Interns...

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#10
SCORE 9.025
2022 Rank 9

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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