Top IT Internships Summer 2026
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Check out our list of handpicked IT internships and similar roles! Our team at Simplify (a YCombinator startup) curated these roles from companies anywhere from startups to the Fortune 500. Our list of IT security internships are meant for undergraduate students (and beyond), and all of the positions listed are paid internships from vetted companies. These internships are a great way to gain work experience and transition into a full time role post internship! Whether you're looking for roles in certain cities, companies, or more – you can easily search and filter through the list to find a position that fits you!
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Onto InnovationInternshipIT Security Analyst InternBurlington, MA---yesterday - 2d
CelonisInternshipWorking Student Trust Intern - Third-Party Risk ManagementMunich, Germany---2d - 2d
Scientific Research CorporationInternshipSkillbridge Intern - Systems Administrator I - Active Duty Service MemberColorado Springs, CO---2d - today
MicrosoftInternshipData Center Technician InternPhoenix, AZ---today - todayMicrosoftInternshipData Center Technician Intern$22.02 - $28.94/hrUnion City, GA$22.02 - $28.94/hrtoday
- todayMicrosoftInternshipData Center Technician Intern$22.02 - $28.94/hrQuincy, WA$22.02 - $28.94/hrtoday
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AirbusInternshipDigital CoE for ERP Apprentice - Digital Coe for ERPBengaluru, India---today - 4d
The Wonderful CompanyInternshipCollege Scholar Intern - Information Technology$18.50/hrDelano, CA$18.50/hr4d - today
MagnaInternshipIT StudentHolland, MI---today - today
SprinklrInternshipCIO Program Management & Security Intern$18.75 - $31.25/hrAustin, TX$18.75 - $31.25/hrtoday - 5d
BorgWarnerInternshipClient Technologies Specialist IT InternAuburn Hills, MI---5d - 5d
Booz AllenInternshipCyber Intern$25.43 - $51.92/hrSan Antonio, TX$25.43 - $51.92/hr5d - 5d
University of RochesterInternshipProject Assistant 1 Intern$17 - $22.10/hrAlbany, NY$17 - $22.10/hr5d - 5d
Northrop GrummanInternshipLinux Systems Administrator Intern - Linux Systems Administrator$42.98 - $64.52/hrMelbourne, FL$42.98 - $64.52/hr5d - 5d
Miami UniversityInternshipTech Support Student Assistant InternOxford, OH---5d
Explore our FAQ section to learn more.
IT focuses on maintaining systems, networks, security, support, while programming is about building software. IT internships often involve troubleshooting, deploying hardware, or managing cloud infrastructure, not writing code every day.
Learn basic networking, cybersecurity, and scripting (e.g., Bash or PowerShell). Get familiar with ticketing systems, OS installs, and tools like Active Directory. Try building a home lab or completing free courses like Google IT Support.
Not always, but having CompTIA A+, Network+, or Google IT certs can help. They show employers you understand key concepts, even if you’re early in your career.
Most are in-person or hybrid since they involve hands-on system access. Remote IT internships are rare unless they focus on cloud or security monitoring.
Yes. IT is often open to majors like Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or even Business. Employers care more about your ability to problem-solve and work with systems.
Banks, hospitals, universities, SaaS companies, and government agencies all hire IT interns. You don’t need to work in tech to get real-world IT experience.
