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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 2024 rankings are based on the results of the 2023 Internship Survey conducted in the summer of 2023.
Survey Methodology

To compile the 2024 Vault Internships Rankings, Vault surveyed thousands of current and former interns in the summer of 2023. 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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2024 Best Internships for Strategy & Business Development

#1
SCORE 9.586
2023 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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#2
SCORE 9.170
2023 Rank 9

Gilead and Kite Early Talent Internship Program

Gilead offers students from all areas of study an exciting student internship out of its corporate headquarters in Foster City, California. The application process opens in September and closes in February, with the selection notifications going...

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#3
SCORE 8.974
2023 Rank 5

Mastercard 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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#4
SCORE 8.949
2023 Rank 6

College Works Painting Internship

College Works Painting provides its interns with “the outside the classroom” experience they need to find their edge and excel in the business world. The company's vision is to deliver a hands-on, world-class learning experience about the...

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#5
SCORE 8.821
2023 Rank 2

Vanguard Specialty Program Internship

Vanguard is committed to doing what’s best for its investors. That means building client value from the inside out. In the Vanguard Summer Internship Programs, you’ll collaborate alongside a team of premier professionals at Vanguard to help...

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#6
SCORE 8.724
2023 Rank 10

PwC/Strategy& Summer Internship Program

PwC has multiple internship programs, including: Start Start, PwC’s diversity internship experience, is an introductory internship that provides participants the opportunity to learn more about professional services while developing the...

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#7
SCORE 8.569
2023 Rank NR

SAP Internship Experience Program (iXp)

SAP offers internship programs for students who 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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#8
SCORE 8.543
2023 Rank NR

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 a Fortune 10 company. Highlights include a structured...

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#9
SCORE 8.487
2023 Rank NR

Comcast Internship Program

The Comcast Internship is a premier early talent, 11-week-long program designed to help students harness their full professional potential and see how their talents and passions can shine in the media and communications industry. Competitive...

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#10
SCORE 8.424
2023 Rank NR

Rocket Companies Internship Program

Rocket Companies offers a year-round internship program for students and recent graduates. Interns are paired with an experienced team member and will learn valuable skills as they participate in major projects and work within the company’s...

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