Internships and Co-ops

Please note that not all internships posted on the College website are pre-approved for academic credit. Students seeking to earn academic credit for an internship must:

  • Follow the College of Business process,
  • Meet certain requirements and
  • Complete the internship application.

To learn more about earning academic credit for your internship, please visit the web page located here.


Accounting/Finance:

ERIE Insurance - Internal Audit Internship Opportunities. Erie Insurance has multiple internship positions available. Each of the available audit positions includes work in one of the following areas: Operational Audit, Financial & Regulatory Audit, and IT Audit. Interested in learning more or applying? Click HERE

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Cleveland Dairy Queen - Accounting Specialist Cleveland Dairy Queen is a locally owned and operated multi-unit franchise that oversees the Dairy Queen brand across Lake, Geauga, and Cuyahoga Counties. They are seeking an Accounting Specialist to manage payroll, bookkeeping, accounts payable, and financial reporting across 8 Dairy Queen locations. (Posted 2/26)

Applicants can apply through LinkedIn or send resume emmabaker@dqcleveland.com

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The Center for Black Health & Equity (The Center) a national nonprofit organization committed to advancing health equity, is seeking to add a new team member to its Finance Department. This opportunity is being shared by a proud Cleveland State University alum and current team member at The Center.

Although The Center’s headquarters is located in North Carolina, this is a remote position, offering students and alumni the opportunity to gain experience with a mission-driven organization while working from anywhere. 

Students studying in finance, accounting, nonprofit administration, or mission-driven work are encouraged to apply. 

To learn more about the role and apply, click here to visit The Center's website

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Plante Moran’s Early Career Opportunities are designed to help students like you take the next step in your professional journey, learn more and apply. Click HERE (Updated 9/2025)

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General Business/Sales:

Rock Companies is seeking a Sales Development Intern! This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with experienced licensed mortgage banking leaders, play a key role in the mortgage process, and sharpen your interpersonal sales skills. Learn more and apply here


Information Systems:

IS Applied Learning Experience

Applications are now open for the Information Systems (IS) Applied Learning Experience program! This unique opportunity allows students to gain real-world, hands-on experience while working on projects that apply classroom knowledge to professional settings.

Don’t miss your chance to participate—applications are due by Friday, January 30th.

Ready to Apply?  Please send your completed applications to s.bakke@csuohio.edu

 


International Business:

Management/Human Resources:

Arhaus is looking for an HR Intern. The HR Intern provides entry-level support to the Human Resources team, assisting with daily administrative tasks and gaining exposure to core HR functions. This role helps ensure smooth HR operations and contributes to a positive employee experience while learning fundamental HR practices. Click here for more information or to apply.


Marketing

MarshBerry is seeking an Experiential Marketing Intern for our Experience & Engagement Team in our Beachwood, OH office. The Experiential Marketing Intern will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in planning, organizing, and executing corporate events that establish and deepen client relationships. The Intern will be directly integrated with the Experience & Engagement team and work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders across multiple lines of business. Learn more and apply here.

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Premiere Creative, a digital agency, is seeking marketing interns. View listings on Handshake (must have an account) or contact: Elliana Olivo at eolivo@premierecreative.com

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Beck Center for the Performing Arts has a new internship opportunity with their new Institutional Advancement Department. The role will involve tasks from both marketing and development. Learn more about this opportunity here

To apply please send a cover letter and resume to Ed Gallagher. Cover letter should include what opportunities/projects you are interested in, what you hope to bring to the internship and gain during the internship. Include a letter of reference/recommendation from a professor in your field.

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The Ivy is looking for a Marketing Intern to join their team. This role is a great way to gain hands-on experince in different areas of marketing while supporting day-today projects.  You will support marketing campaigns and create content for tor social media and their website. Develop content and plans for promotions and events. If you are interested in applying for this role, send your resume and cover letter to Georgina@ivycle.com.  


Operations & Supply Chain Management:

Property Management

Bedrock seeks a Cleveland Property Operations & Business Development Intern for Summer of 2025.  Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in property management, real estate operations, and business development? Learn more about this great opportunity - Cleveland Property Operations & Business Development Opportunity This is your chance to work alongside industry professionals, develop key skills, and build your network in one of Ohio’s fastest-growing markets. (Posted 1/29/2025)


Sport & Entertainment Management:
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Looking for more Sport Management Internships? We have partnered with Teamwork Online. Learn more by contacting Jim Kahler at j.kahler@csuohio.edu or visit their website here.

 

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