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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 Software Engineering & Development

#1
SCORE 9.988
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 9.688
2022 Rank NR

New Relic Internship Program

New Relic has established its internship program for students who are interested in a career in areas such as software engineering, operations and marketing. Students will experience a high-energy, team-oriented environment where they will work...

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#3
SCORE 9.267
2022 Rank 10

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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#4
SCORE 9.266
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. Discover offers internships for undergraduate and graduate students in Business...

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#5
SCORE 9.240
2022 Rank 11

Slalom Internship Program

With the goal of being the best place for the builders of tomorrow to start their careers, Slalom has developed a 10-week program that focuses on building the latest in software and technology products. Slalom intern teams walk away from this...

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#6
SCORE 9.235
2022 Rank 2

CapTech Elevate Internship

At CapTech, interns work in teams for 11 weeks and experience the full lifecycle of a typical IT consulting project. You’ll work on a simulated project that reflects what you might find as a CapTech consultant, including all aspects of the...

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#7
SCORE 9.058
2022 Rank 5

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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#8
SCORE 9.025
2022 Rank NR

Fannie Mae Summer Internship Program

Fannie Mae’s paid internship is a 10-week program for college students interested in software engineering, finance, analytics, and business. Interns have an opportunity to expand their network with executives, sharpen their skills, serve their...

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#9
SCORE 8.985
2022 Rank NR

Ball Aerospace Summer Internship

Ball Aerospace Summer Intern Program A summer internship at Ball Aerospace provides the opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to engage in challenging projects, mentorship, and hands-on experience in the aerospace and defense...

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#10
SCORE 8.914
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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