Internships

At Global Minnesota, our interns are an important part of our team.

You live the job, learn the ins and outs of our organization, and contribute to our mission. Interns have the opportunity to make a real impact in our organization.

Applications for Summer 2025 internships are now open.

Our hands-on program is designed to mentor and develop today’s young global thinkers and involve them in our work through a variety of focus areas:

Before you submit your application, please read the criteria below carefully. After reviewing, make sure to:

  1. Answer all of the application questions
  2. Upload your resume
  3. Attach a cover letter

Application Criteria: We are NOT able to accept application if any of the following conditions apply:

  • You cannot commit to being in-person two times a week on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday in Minneapolis.
  • You need to complete more than 20 hours per week for an internship.
  • You live abroad and are not currently enrolled in a college or university in the U.S.
  • You require any additional sponsorship or financial support during the internship, such as visa sponsorship or assistance with room & board, transportation, or other expenses.
  • You are an international student seeking an internship related to Data Science and Analytics, IT, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or another field that requires OPT STEM.
  • You are not currently enrolled in college or have graduated from an associate, bachelor, master’s, or PhD program more than 2 year ago.

If none of the items above apply to you, please start your application process above by selecting an internship role of your preference. 

Internship Details and Timeline

Global Minnesota Internships are 10 week stipend opportunities that provide exposure into one of the largest World Affairs Councils in the United States. Throughout the internship, you will gain hands-on experience working in a nonprofit setting, expand your professional network, and develop a deeper understanding of our various program areas. Our internships are approximately 10 hours per week, generally between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, Tuesday through Thursday, and based on a mutually agreeable schedule.

Internships are available during the following times.*

Spring Semester – January to May: Internship application has now closed.

Summer – June to August: Internship application is now open.

Fall Semester – September to December: Internship application has now closed.

*Exact start and end date of internships are subject to change based on capacity and organizational needs.