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 — Spring 2026 Edition
| Internship | Organization | Deadline | Term | Stipend | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disney College Program Internship | The Walt Disney Company (Walt Disney World® Resort) | Open until filled | Multi-year | $22 per hour, paid weekly | Various Locations |
| Netflix Internships | Netflix | Open until filled | Summer | $40/hour – $110/hour (based on skills, experience, and location) | Los Gatos, CA (On-site) |
| UNCF Internships | United Negro College Fund (UNCF) | Varies | End date: 08/07 | Stipend of $4,000 | Various Locations |
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.
| Title | Organization | Deadline | Term | Stipend | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aging Services Leadership Fellowship | Aging Services Program (in partnership with the UMBC Erickson School of Aging Studies and UNCF) | 08/08 | Not specified | Up to $80,000 + employer-designated benefits | Various Locations |
| Lighted Pathways Internship | UNCF Lighted Pathways Program | 08/28 | Summer | Not specified | Boston, MA |
| Google Research Internships | 11/27 | Fall | Up to $131,000 per year | Various Locations | |
| Array Internships (Media Events, Distribution, Social Media, Social Impact & Film Education) | Array | Not specified | Fall | Academic credit internship (pay not specified) | Los Angeles, CA |
| TMZ Internships (Social Media, News Desk, Podcasts & Affiliate Marketing) | FOX Entertainment | Not Specified | Fall | $18.42 per hour | Los Angeles, CA |
| Hermès of Paris Internships | Hermès of Paris | Not specified | Fall | $20.00 per hour | Manhattan/New York, NY |
| INROADS Internship Program | INROADS, Inc. | Not Specified | Multi-year | Not specified | Various Locations |
| Louis Vuitton Internships | Louis Vuitton | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | New York, NY |
| LVMH Beauty’s Supply Chain Planning Intern | LVMH Beauty | Not specified | Not specified | $20–$25 per hour (may vary based on experience) | New York, US |
| Machine Learning Intern | Netflix | Not Specified | Summer | $40-$110 per hour | Los Gatos/Los Angeles, CA |
| Northrop Grumman Internships | Northrop Grumman Corporation | Not Specified | Multi-year | Varies | Various Locations |
| Pixi Beauty HR Intern | Pixi Beauty (Pixi, Inc.) | Not specified | Not specified | $18.42 per hour | Los Angeles, CA |
| Research Intern on Generative and Protective AI for Content Creation | Sony AI America (Sony AI) | Not specified | Not specified | $50.00 per hour | Remote |
| Tesla Internship Program | Tesla, Inc. | Not Specified | Multi-year | Includes relocation stipend, healthcare, employee stock purchase program eligibility, transportation support, fitness programs | Various Locations |
| The Jim Henson Company Internship Program | The Jim Henson Company | Not Specified | Not Specified | Unpaid (open to all current students who will receive school credit for the internship) | Los Angeles, CA |
| Disney College Program Internship | The Walt Disney Company (Walt Disney World® Resort) | Not Specified | Summer | $18.00 per hour | Various Locations |
| Tiktok Internships | Tiktok | Not specified (Applications reviewed on a rolling basis; encouraged to apply early) | Summer | $35-$55 per hour | Various Locations |
| Under Armour Internship Program (Marketing & Communications, Engineering, Team Sports/Sales) | Under Armour | Not Specified | Not specified | Up to $90,000.00 | Various Locations |
| All-Star Sports Academy Business Intelligence Intern | All-Star Sports Academy | Open until filled | Fall | Not specified | West Chester, PA |
| Atlanta Hawks Seasonal Assistant, Brand Communications | Atlanta Hawks | Open until filled | Multi-year | Not Specified | Atlanta, GA |
| Hershey Entertainment Internships | Hershey Entertainment & Resorts | Open until filled | Fall | Not Specified (company-coordinated housing may be available for $160/week) | Hershey, PA |
| Live Nation Entertainment Internships | Live Nation Entertainment | Open until filled | Summer | $16.90-$25 per hour (role and location dependent) | Various Locations |
| MetLife Stadium Broadcast Internship | MetLife Stadium | Open until filled | Multi-year | Unpaid (Academic credit optional) | East Rutherford, NJ |
| Miami Heat Corporate Partnerships Intern | Miami Heat | Open until filled | Multi-year | Not Specified | Miami, FL |
| New York Yankees Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl Intern | New York Yankees | Open until filled | Fall | $17.50 per hour | The Bronx, NY |
| Performance Analysis Intern | New York City FC (NYCFC) | Open until filled | Multi-year | $17 per hour | St. John’s University (Queens, NY) & CFA New York (Orangeburg, NY) |
| Playfly Sports NIL Operations Intern (Aggie NIL, Playfly Max) | Playfly Sports | Open until filled | Not specified | Not specified | College Station, TX |
| The IRONMAN Group Accounting Intern | The IRONMAN Group | Open until filled | Not specified | Not specified | Tampa, FL |
| USA Football Sport Development Intern | USA Football | Open until filled | Fall | Not specified | Remote |
| USA Hockey Arena Marketing Operations Intern | USA Hockey Arena | Open until filled | Multi-year | Not specified | Plymouth, MI |
| USA Triathlon High-Performance Intern | USA Triathlon | Open until filled | Fall | Unpaid (academic credit support available where applicable) | Colorado Springs, CO |
| Washington Capitals Youth Hockey Development Intern | Washington Capitals | Open until filled | Multi-year | $18.40 per hour | Washington, D.C. |
| Washington Wizards Game Presentation Intern | Washington Wizards | Open until filled | Multi-year | $18.40 per hour | Washington, D.C. |
| Adobe Internship | Adobe | Varies | Multi-year | $25-$30 per hour | Various Locations |
| Intel Internships | Intel Corporation | Varies | Multi-year | Hourly internship rates based on degree level and location | Various Locations |
| JPMorganChase Internships | JPMorgan Chase | Varies | Summer | Not Specified | Various Locations |
| NBCUniversal Internships | NBCUniversal | Varies | Multi-year | Not specified | Various Locations |
| Texas Instruments Internships | Texas Instruments | Varies | Not specified | Not specified | Various Locations |
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
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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.