Minnesota SCALE Internships
Why Choose a Minnesota SCALE Internship?
A Minnesota SCALE internship puts you inside one of the most in-demand fields in technology — working alongside engineers, researchers, and specialists at top microelectronics employers in the region.
Here’s what sets it apart:
You get paid. Minnesota SCALE internships come with a competitive stipend, so you can focus on the work.
You work with the best. Minnesota SCALE partners with leading semiconductor and microelectronics employers who are actively building their next generation of talent — and looking for students like you.
The field is in high demand. Microelectronics is at the center of a national push to strengthen the U.S. technology base. The demand for skilled graduates is outpacing supply, and internship experience in this field carries real weight on a résumé.
It fits around your academics. Minnesota SCALE is designed to work alongside your coursework and research at your university — not replace it.
Not quite ready for an internship yet? Minnesota SCALE also offers mentoring, site visits, and other ways to explore the field and build connections before you take the leap.
What Are the Benefits for Students?
A Minnesota SCALE internship is more than a line on your résumé. It’s a structured opportunity to test-drive a career, develop professional skills, and build the network you’ll rely on for years — before graduation.
Translate your coursework into real-world experience — and get paid while you do it.
Stand out to employers. In a competitive job market, verified work experience in a high-demand field sets you apart from candidates who only have academic credentials.
Build your professional network now, not after graduation. Many Minnesota SCALE industry partners actively refer strong interns for full-time roles.
Receive mentorship from experienced industry professionals — and demonstrate the coachability that employers look for when making hiring decisions.
Connect with students, faculty, and employers across the national SCALE network through in-person and virtual events.