Internships for HBCU Students: Explore Opportunities & Open Doors
Updated Quarterly | Focus: Paid, Remote, and Summer Internships
For Undergrads, Grads & Recent Alumni
Welcome to Your Career Launchpad
You’ve got the ambition. We’ve got the connects.
This is your one-stop hub for internships for HBCU students and recent grads. From tech and media to policy and nonprofits, we’re keeping the door open with verified opportunities every quarter.
Let’s stop gatekeeping and start securing wins. 🎓🚀
Why Internships Matter
Internships aren’t just good for your résumé — they’re key to leveling up your future.
Here’s why they hit different for HBCU students:
- 💼 Paid, real-world experience
- 🌍 Expanded networks beyond the yard
- 📊 Stronger job offers post-grad
- ✊🏾 Career equity in motion
Studies show students who intern are 2x more likely to secure a full-time role after graduation. Let that sink in.
🗓️ Featured Internships — Fall 2025 Edition
| Internship | Organization | Deadline | Term | Stipend | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Future Leaders Program | P&G | Oct 18, 2025 | Varies | Paid | Hybrid |
| Adobe DEI Summer Internship | Adobe | Oct 30, 2025 | Summer | Paid | Remote |
| Spark Research Internship | U.S. Army HBCU-MI | Nov 1, 2025 | Summer | Paid | DC & Remote |
Updated every quarter in: February, May, August, November
🔍 Browse the Full Internship Database
View our full Internship Database to search by major, deadline, location, and more.
| b | Organization | Deadline | Term | Stipend | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NFL Players Association Summer Internship Program | NFL Players Association | 03/16 | Summer | $18 per hour | Washington, D.C. |
| Boeing | TMCF HBCU Immersion | Boeing | 03/20 | Summer | Not specified | St. Louis, Missouri |
| CBCF Internship Programs | Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) | 03/27 | Summer | $3,000 stipend + housing | Washington, D.C. |
| Early Career Talent Development General Application | UNCF — Student Professional Development Programs (SPDP) Department | 03/31 | Summer | Paid internships (exact amount varies by placement and partner organization) | Varies (remote and in-person opportunities possible) |
| Maryland Public Service Scholars (MPSS) Programs(Includes: GSIP, SNLP, MDOT, LAW) | University of Maryland | 04/01 | Summer | Not specified | Maryland |
| Honda Immersion Program | Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) x Honda | 04/04 | Summer | All travel, lodging, and most meals fully covered | Marysville, OH |
| TPS DREAMERS Internship Program | Tyler Perry Studios | 04/17 | Summer | $18/hour (College credit available with proper documentation) | Atlanta, Georgia |
| Aging Services Leadership Fellowship | Aging Services Program (in partnership with the UMBC Erickson School of Aging Studies and UNCF) | 04/30 | Not specified | Salary range between $50,000 – $80,000 plus employer-designated benefits | Various Locations |
| Stryker + The Application Marketing & Finance Fellowship (Cohort IV) | Stryker | 06/01 | Summer | Not specified | Mahwah, New Jersey or Kalamazoo, Michigan |
| Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Internship Program | Abercrombie & Fitch Co. | Not Specified | Summer | $9,000, housing provided for the duration, A&F brand merchandise discounts, access to A&F gym and office amenities | Columbus, Ohio |
| Capital One PhD Internship Program | Capital One | Not Specified | Summer | All internships are paid and include: • Competitive compensation • Eligibility for full-time role consideration • Access to Capital One benefits (varies by role/status) | Various Locations |
| Dallas Cowboys Strategic Football Fellow | Dallas Cowboys | Not Specified | Summer | Not specified | Frisco, TX |
| Disney College Program Internship | The Walt Disney Company (Walt Disney World® Resort) | Not Specified | Summer | $18 per hour, paid weekly | Various Locations |
| Fidelity Investments Digital Asset Research Associate Internship | Fidelity Investments | Not Specified | Summer | $30 – $42 per hour | Chicago, Illinois |
| Genomic Data Internship | Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) | Not Specified | Multi-year | $30/hour | United States (remote) |
| HeadCount 2026 Internship Program (Music & Politics, Graphic Design, Digital & Communications) | HeadCount Org | Not Specified | Multi-year | $3,000 total stipend, paid monthly | Manhattan, NY |
| Indianapolis Colts Fellowships | Indianapolis Colts | Not Specified | Multi-year | Intern-level paid fellowship | Indianapolis, Indiana |
| INROADS Internship Program | INROADS, Inc. | Not Specified | Multi-year | Not specified | Various Locations |
| Machine Learning Intern | Netflix | Not Specified | Summer | $40/hour – $110/hour | Los Gatos, CA, USA (also Los Angeles, CA depending on team) |
| Monumental Sports & Entertainment 2026 Internship Program | Monumental Sports & Entertainment | Not Specified | Not Specified | $17.95 USD per hour | Washington, D.C. |
| NBCUniversal Local Internship (News & Sports Production) | NBCUniversal | Not Specified | Summer | Not specified | Various Locations |
| Northrop Grumman 2026 Internship Program (Business, Engineering, and Cybersecurity Roles) | Northrop Grumman Corporation | Not Specified | Summer | • Undergraduate: up to $36.50/hour • Master’s: up to $46.00/hour | Various Locations |
| Public Health Laboratory Internship | Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) | Not Specified | Not Specified | Competitive stipend (exact amount not specified) | Various Locations |
| Tesla Internship Program | Tesla, Inc. | Not Specified | Multi-year | Includes relocation stipend, healthcare, employee stock purchase program eligibility, transportation support, fitness programs, discounted merchandise | Various Locations |
| The Jim Henson Company Internship Program | The Jim Henson Company | Not Specified | Not Specified | Unpaid position and is open to all current students who will receive school credit for the internship | Los Angeles, California |
| UNCF Internships: Policy and Strategy Intern and UNCF Transformation Support Intern | United Negro College Fund (UNCF) | Not Specified | Summer | $4,000 total for duration (~$19.05/hour) | Various Locations |
| Under Armour Internship Program (Marketing & Communications, Engineering, Team Sports/Sales) | Under Armour | Not Specified | Summer | Not specified | Various Locations |
| Utah Jazz Graphic Design Intern | Utah Jazz | Not Specified | Multi-year | Not specified | Sandy, Utah |
| Victoria’s Secret Internship Program | Victoria’s Secret | Not Specified | Summer | Varies | Remote, Hybrid, or On-Site (Columbus, OH, or New York, NY) |
| AEG Summer Internship Program (Employee Engagement / Goldenvoice Festivals Production / Global Partnerships) | AEG | Open until filled | Summer | $19.00 – $21.00 per hour | Los Angeles, CA |
| Alo Marketing Planning Intern | Alo | Open until filled | Summer | $25–$35 per hour | Beverly Hills, California |
| Baltimore Ravens Marketing Events Intern | Baltimore Ravens | Open until filled | Multi-year | $17.00/hour; daily meals provided; company-paid health insurance; comp tickets for home games | Owings Mills, Maryland |
| Columbus Crew Intern, Ticket Sales & Service | Columbus Crew | Open until filled | Summer | Not Specified | Columbus, OH |
| Houston Rockets Legal Fellow | Houston Rockets | Open until filled | Summer | Not Specified | Houston, TX |
| JPMorganChase Internships | JPMorgan Chase | Open until filled | Summer | Not Specified | Various Locations |
| Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association Summer Internship | Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association | Open until filled | Summer | $2,000–$3,500/year | Colorado Springs |
| New York Yankees Part-Time Media Relations Intern (2026 Regular Season) | New York Yankees | Open until filled | Multi-year | $18.50/hour | The Bronx, NY |
| Portland Timbers Communications Intern | Portland Timbers | Open until filled | Multi-year | $20/hour; complimentary tickets to home matches | Portland, Oregon |
| San Francisco 49ers Football Research & Development Intern | San Francisco 49ers | Open until filled | Summer | $18.70 per hour | San Francisco |
| Seattle Kraken Motion Graphics Intern | Seattle Kraken | Open until filled | Multi-year | $21.50–$22.50 per hour | Seattle, Washington |
| Texas Rangers Human Resources Intern | Texas Rangers | Open until filled | Multi-year | Not Specified | Arlington, TX |
| Apple Finance Development Experience Internship (Launch@Apple) | Apple | Rolling | Summer | $28.31 – $41.15 per hour | Santa Clara, California |
| OECD Internship Programme | Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) | Rolling | Multi-year | €1,000 per month (Paris-based interns); remote interns may have different benefits | Paris, France (in-person), with some hybrid or remote option |
| Adobe Internship | Adobe | Varies | Multi-year | $25 – $30 per hour | Various Locations |
| Intel Internships | Intel Corporation | Varies | Summer | Hourly internship rates based on degree level and location | Phoenix, Arizona; Hillsboro, Oregon |
What Makes These Internships Different?
These aren’t just any internships — these are curated with HBCU students in mind. That means:
- ✊🏾 Programs that actively recruit from HBCUs
- 💼 Opportunities that value diversity in leadership
- 🧠 Environments where your cultural experience is seen as a strength
Many listings come from orgs that have partnered with UNCF, TMCF, and other HBCU-serving institutions.
How to Stand Out as an HBCU Applicant
Applying to internships for HBCU students? Here are 3 quick wins:
- Highlight your leadership — Whether it’s SGA, Greek life, or community organizing, show how you move.
- Use your voice — Your cover letter should reflect your experience, not just your transcript.
- Leverage your network — Tap into HBCU alumni on LinkedIn or ask your career center for inside connections.
Need help polishing your materials? Check out our Resume Tips & Career Hacks.
How to Use This Page
- Scroll through the featured internships to see what’s hot this season 🔥
- Use the database below to filter by field, deadline, or location
- Bookmark this page — we update it every quarter!
How We Keep This Fresh
We don’t play about staying current. This database is reviewed quarterly for:
- Accurate deadlines
- Live application links
- Pay, housing, and eligibility info
- HBCU student access
Partners Powering Access
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Final Word
HBCU excellence deserves access. This page is more than a list — it’s a launchpad.
Keep applying. Keep building. Keep shining. ✊🏾
FAQs About Internships for HBCU Students
What types of internships are available for HBCU students?
You’ll find paid, remote, and summer internships across industries — from Fortune 500s to nonprofit and federal agencies.
Do these internships require specific majors?
Not always. Many are open to all majors — especially leadership, communications, and social impact roles.
Are these internships only for undergrads?
Nope. We feature roles for undergrads, grad students, and recent alumni. Filter listings by “Eligibility.”
Will I get paid for these internships?
Most of them are paid, and some include housing or stipends. Look for the “Stipend” column in the listing.
Can international students apply?
It depends. Some allow it, others don’t.
For broader access, check Handshake or contact the host org directly.
Where can I find scholarships alongside internships?
Visit our HBCU Scholarships page — it’s packed with verified awards.
How often is the internship list updated?
Every quarter. Add us to your calendar or subscribe for updates.