Finding An Internship
"Handshake" is BYU’s Career Services Management platform. Recruitment for internships, jobs, and info-sessions takes place through this website, which you can access through your personal profile/account. As a BYU student, you can set up a profile using your BYU NetID and password. With a profile, you become visible to both recruiters searching across the country as well as those looking to specifically recruit BYU students.
Through Handshake, you can RSVP for info-sessions and recruiting events on campus, check out company profiles, send and receive messages, and apply for jobs and internships.
Business Council for Sustainable Energy, Policy Fellowship, Summer 2025
The Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE), an American coalition of companies and trade associations committed to clean energy and decarbonization solutions, is seeking a part-time summer fellow in Washington, DC. This 6-8 week fellowship, requires 20-25 hours a week and, though unpaid, does include a small stipend. Qualified candidates should have interest sustainability, energy, and environment fields and/or communications and relevant academic, internship, or professional experience. A successful candidate in this role will benefit from the opportunity to assist BCSE staff with policy research, communications, and event coordination as they gain experience in federal advocacy for clean energy technologies and interact with industry leaders. For more information, see here. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to bcse@bcse.org. Applications will be accepted until Friday, March 14th.
Central Intelligence Agency, STEM/Arts Internship, Summer 2025
The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), a civilian foreign intelligence service of the federal government of the United States tasked with gathering, processing, and analyzing national security information, is seeking undergraduate students with a variety of technical capabilities. A successful candidate in this role will enhance their knowledge of operating systems, communications technologies, mobile platforms, and computer networks by working alongside full-time officers. Qualified applicants are full-time undergraduate students with at least one semester completed at the time of application submission. They must also be U.S. citizens and be willing to relocate to the Washington, DC area for the extent of the internship. For additional details, see here. To begin application process, create a MyLink here. Additional inquiries or questions regarding the internship can be directed to amanda_peterson@byu.edu. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Utah School and Institutional Trust Funds Office, Analyst Internship, Summer 2025
The Utah School and Institutional Trust Funds Office (SITFO),an independent team of investors committed to equitable education programs in Utah, is seeking a part-time summer analyst intern in Salt Lake City, UT. This position, compensated at $22/hr, allows interns to gain practical experience with a large institutional investment portfolio, including exposure to public and private markets, global investments, and risk-diversifying strategies. Qualified candidates will demonstrate exceptional communication and analytical skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, and the ability to work both independently and in teams. For additional details, see here. To begin an application, create a government account here. Applications will be accepted until Friday, May 23rd.
JP Morgan Chase, Private Bank Advisor Internship, Summer 2026
JP Morgan Chase, a multinational financial services firm headquartered in New York City, is seeking to hire multiple interns for their 9-week summer 2026 Global Private Bank Advisor Program, at more than 50 locations across the country. As Advisor Trainees, interns in this program gain exposure to every facet of wealth management, including investments, lending, banking, and trust and estate planning. Additionally, top performers may receive a full-time offer at the end of the summer. Qualified candidates will be U.S. citizens with a graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027. They must also possess exceptional analytical skills, a genuine interest in macro-level economic trends, and thrive in fast-paced and collaborative environments. For additional details, or to apply, see here. Please note: In addition to an application, all candidates must complete a HireVue interview including both behavioral and technical questions. Applications will be accepted until each position is filled.
American Enterprise Institute, Economic Policy Internship, Summer 2025
The American Enterprise Institute (AEI), a public policy think tank based in Washington, D.C., is seeking a summer 2025 intern for their Economic Policy Studies Department. An intern in this onsite position, in Washington, D.C., will conduct quantitative analysis, background research, fact-checking, and editing for articles and academic research projects on issues related to applied economics and public finance. They will additionally assist with live, in-person AEI events on timely public policy issues. Qualified candidates will have a minimum GPA of 3.0, a demonstrated interest in public policy, Microsoft Excel experience, and knowledge of intermediate econometrics, statistics, and official databases, such as those of the Bureau of Economic Analysis, Bureau of Labor Statistics, and Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. or prior research experience. For more information, or to apply, see here. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
On-Campus Internships
On-campus internships are unpaid, 3.0 credit internships run through the Marriott School of Business. Students work on teams of 3-5 for a real company while staying in Provo. On-campus internships are available during fall and winter semesters.
All students are invited to apply. This is a great way to gain experience for your resume while taking classes. More detailed information and application instructions can be found here.
Social Impact Projects
Social Impact Projects are on-campus internships run through the Ballard Center that focus on solving social issues. Details and application instructions can be found here.
Explore the "Historical Internships List" to see where Economics students have interned in the past. This list highlights a wide range of industries and organizations that have provided valuable opportunities for hands-on experience. Use this resource to gain inspiration, discover potential internship options, and learn about the diverse career paths your peers have pursued.