15 Atlanta Summer Internships for College Students
- Stephen Turban
- 16 hours ago
- 9 min read
If you’re a high school student living in Atlanta and thinking about exploring career paths early, applying to a summer internship can help you start that process.
Why should I intern in Atlanta as a college student?
Atlanta gives you access to a wide mix of opportunities that are within reach for local students. The city has active sectors in technology, logistics, aviation, business, media, research, and healthcare, and many organizations in these areas bring on high school interns during the summer months. These roles introduce you to day-to-day tasks, workplace routines, basic project work, and the kind of communication that teams rely on.Â
What if I live in Atlanta? Why should I pick a local summer internship?
Choosing a local program can also be practical because you avoid travel and housing costs that often make summer programs more expensive. The work you complete can support your resume, strengthen your college applications, and give you specific examples you can use during interviews or in essays. Over time, these experiences help you develop a clearer understanding of what you may want to study or pursue later on.
To help you choose, we’ve put together a list of 15 Atlanta summer internships for college students! If you're looking for more prestigious internships, check out this set of blogs!
15 Atlanta Summer Internships for College Students
Location:Â Mercedes-Benz USA Headquarters, Atlanta, GA
Cost:Â A stipend is paid
Dates:Â Varies by position
Application Deadline:Â Deadlines are specific to the internship position
Eligibility:Â Open to currently enrolled undergraduate juniors and seniors
Mercedes-Benz USA’s MB STAR Internship Program is a paid summer opportunity based at the company’s Atlanta headquarters. As an intern, you can apply to roles across finance, marketing, engineering, IT, and other business units. Each intern is assigned a primary project to complete over the summer and works with teams that manage the core operations of the company. The program includes structured training and exposure to how a major automotive brand functions day to day.
Location: Remote! You can work from anywhere in the world
Cost: Varies by the program. Financial aid is availableÂ
Program Dates: Multiple cohorts throughout the year, including Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter
Application Deadline: Deadlines vary depending on the cohort. Spring (January), Summer (May), Fall (September), and Winter (November)
Eligibility: Students who can work for 10 – 20 hours/week for 8 – 12 weeks. Open to undergraduates and gap year students!
Ladder’s University Internship Program is an eight-week, remote experience that connects college students and young professionals with fast-growing startups for real project work. You’re matched with a company based on your interests, and your weekly schedule stays light enough, about five to ten hours, to fit alongside classes or other commitments. Depending on your placement, you might build a machine learning model, conduct market research, design a product prototype, or contribute to a go-to-market plan. The work is structured to give you material you can use later on your resume or portfolio. You will work closely with your manager at the startup. Apply now!
Location:Â Various locations throughout the country
Cost:Â This is a paid internship
Dates:Â Approximately 9 weeks in the summer
Application Deadline:Â Applications typically open in the fall of the year prior
Eligibility:Â Undergraduates between their junior and senior year of college
Truist offers a 9-week internship for undergraduates interested in investment banking, capital markets, or corporate banking. You work as part of a deal team, contributing to financial modeling, valuation work, and client presentation materials. The program includes structured training, a mentorship system, and regular networking events with bankers across the firm. If you perform well, you may be considered for Truist’s full-time Analyst or Associate Programs.Â
Location:Â Corporate offices in Atlanta, GA
Cost:Â Pays a stipend
Dates: May 18 – July 31
Application Deadline:Â October 31
Eligibility:Â Open to currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students.
The Home Depot’s internship program is an 11-week paid experience based in Atlanta. You’ll take ownership of a project from start to finish in areas such as project management, systems analytics, or consumer and associate app development. You will join operational teams and work on assignments that contribute directly to ongoing business needs. The program also includes opportunities to meet senior leaders and build professional connections across the company.
Location:Â Delta Air Lines General Offices, Atlanta, GA
Cost:Â This is a paid internship
Dates:Â 10-13 weeks in the summer
Application Deadline:Â Roles are posted on a rolling basis, often as early as the fall semester.
Eligibility:Â Students currently enrolled in an accredited four-year degree undergraduate or graduate program
Delta’s summer internship program places undergraduates at the company’s global headquarters in Atlanta. You can apply to project-based roles in commercial strategy, finance, global sales, IT, marketing, and aviation management. You will work alongside full-time teams and take on responsibilities tied to data analysis, process improvement, and corporate strategy. The program offers a direct look at operations inside a major airline and includes paid travel privileges for eligible participants.
Location:Â Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA
Cost:Â A competitive stipend, housing, and travel allowance are provided.
Dates:Â May 17 - July 24
Application Deadline:Â February 15
Eligibility:Â Open to rising juniors and seniors in engineering or science majors
The SURE program at Georgia Tech is a 10-week summer research internship for rising juniors and seniors in engineering and science. You are paired with a faculty mentor and a graduate student to work on a defined research project, gaining sustained exposure to the research process. The program also includes GRE preparation, graduate school application workshops, and visits to industrial and government labs to help you understand academic and professional pathways. Fewer than 20 students are selected each year from a national applicant pool, making it a competitive opportunity for those considering graduate study.
Location:Â Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA
Cost:Â Interns are paid $18.75/hour (undergrad rate)
Dates:Â 10-12 weeks during the summer.
Application Deadline:Â Applications are typically posted in the fall for the following summer.
Eligibility:Â Open to current undergraduate and graduate students
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta offers a 10–12 week paid internship that introduces undergraduates to the day-to-day work of the U.S. central bank. You may be placed in departments such as Research, Supervision and Regulation, or Information Technology, where you’ll contribute to projects that support the Fed’s role in maintaining economic and financial stability. You will take part in professional development sessions and networking events with bank staff, gaining practical insight into monetary policy, banking oversight, and the broader financial system.
Location:Â UPS Headquarters, Atlanta, GA (or hybrid)
Cost:Â This is a paid internship
Dates:Â 10-12 weeks, from June to August.
Application Deadline:Â Applications are typically posted in the fall for the following summer.
Eligibility:Â Current undergraduates
UPS offers several 10–12 week summer internships at its Atlanta headquarters across areas such as Sales, IT, Engineering, Finance, Capital, and Airlines. You’ll work on defined projects within your track, for instance, Capital interns analyze customer supply chains and business goals, while IT interns take on software development, data analytics, or information security work. Each track provides practical project experience, mentorship, and exposure to senior leadership inside a major logistics company.
Location:Â CDC Foundation, Atlanta, GA
Cost:Â Interns are paid a monthly stipend based on hours and education level.
Dates:Â Typically three months, with flexible start/end dates for the summer session.
Application Deadline:Â All opportunities are posted on the CDC Foundation jobs website as they become available.
Eligibility:Â Open to current undergraduate and graduate students.
The CDC Foundation offers paid internships for undergraduate and graduate students, with the largest cohort taking place in the summer. You’re placed in a department that aligns with your background: public health, communications, operations, or related areas, and you contribute to projects that support the Foundation’s work connecting CDC with private-sector partners. The internship gives you practical experience in public health and nonprofit operations, along with exposure to how programs are managed and implemented.
Location:Â Deloitte, Atlanta, GA
Cost:Â This is a competitively paid internship.
Dates:Â Typically 8-10 weeks, from early June to early August
Application Deadline:Â Applications for these roles open very early, often in the late summer or early fall of the year prior to the internship.
Eligibility:Â Open to current undergraduates
Deloitte’s Discovery Internship Program is a paid summer opportunity for undergraduates interested in exploring careers across a major professional services firm. You can rotate through areas such as Audit & Assurance, Tax, Advisory, or Consulting, and take part in client work under the guidance of Deloitte teams. The program includes structured training, mentorship, and networking sessions that help you understand how different service lines operate. For many students, the internship also serves as an early pathway to full-time roles at the firm after graduation.
Location:Â Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (various campuses), Atlanta, GA
Cost: Free
Dates: May 11 – August 28
Application Deadline:Â January 9
Eligibility:Â Applicants must be in their final year of an undergraduate or graduate program and have completed specific coursework and 100+ practicum hours, per ACLP requirements.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta offers a full-time, 16-week Child Life Internship for students preparing to become Certified Child Life Specialists. You’ll complete two clinical rotations within CHOA’s pediatric units and work directly with children, families, and care teams to apply child development principles in a hospital setting. The internship follows ACLP accreditation standards and includes weekly seminars, readings, and structured assignments that build your clinical and professional skills.
Location:Â Chick-fil-A Support Center, Atlanta, GA
Cost:Â Pays a stipendÂ
Dates:Â 11 weeks in the summer
Application Deadline:Â Varies by role
Eligibility:Â Open to current undergraduates
Chick-fil-A, headquartered in Atlanta, offers a highly-regarded 11-week summer internship program at its corporate "Support Center." You’re placed in a specific department, such as Marketing, IT, Finance, Legal, or Supply Chain, and work on a project that you present to company leaders at the end of the program. You will take part in mentorship sessions, workshops, and networking events with senior staff. The program also includes community service activities and structured opportunities to learn how different teams operate within the company.
Location:Â Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
Cost:Â A stipend is provided to participants.
Dates:Â 10 weeks in the summer
Application Deadline:Â Applications are generally due in the late winter (e.g., February)
Eligibility:Â Open to current undergraduate students with a strong interest in cancer research
Emory University’s Winship Cancer Institute offers a summer research program for undergraduates interested in medicine, public health, or biomedical research. You’re paired with a faculty mentor and work on a cancer-focused research project, which may involve laboratory work, data analysis, or clinical research tasks. The program also provides professional development sessions and opportunities to learn about career paths in oncology and cancer care.
14. Koch Internship
Location:Â Georgia-Pacific Center, Atlanta, GA
Cost:Â This is a paid internship
Dates:Â Approximately 10-12 weeks during the summer
Application Deadline:Â Rolling deadlines by opening
Eligibility:Â Open to currently enrolled undergraduates
Georgia-Pacific offers paid summer internships at its Atlanta headquarters across areas such as engineering, finance, IT, and supply chain. You’ll work on projects that support active business operations, giving you practical exposure to corporate processes and technical problem-solving. You will receive mentorship from GP professionals and take part in networking sessions with company leaders.
Location: Georgia Tech and various locations across Georgia (Opening and Closing Ceremonies in Warner Robins and Kennesaw, GA; internships on-site with partner organizations)
Cost: This is a paid internship ($8,000 total for the 12 weeks)
Dates: May 11 – July 31
Application Deadline: February 1 (applications open December 1)
Eligibility: Current undergraduate and graduate students from accredited 4-year universities, community colleges, or technical schools
PIN's Summer Internship, or "PINternship," is a competitive, paid 12-week program that pairs you with another intern to work on real-world projects for public, private, or nonprofit organizations. You'll use innovation, data, and technology to tackle community and organizational challenges. Throughout the program, you'll gain hands-on experience, build professional networks, and contribute to meaningful projects that create a positive impact. The program includes mandatory Opening and Closing Ceremonies at Georgia Tech locations, and you'll work full-time (40 hours/week) on-site with your assigned organization.Â
One other option—the Lumiere Research Scholar Program
If you’re interested in pursuing independent research, consider applying to one of the Lumiere Research Scholar Programs, selective online high school programs for students founded with researchers at Harvard and Oxford. Last year, we had over 4,000 students apply for 500 spots in the program! You can find the application form here.
Also check out the Lumiere Research Inclusion Foundation, a non-profit research program for talented, low-income students. Last year, we had 150 students on full need-based financial aid!
Stephen is one of the founders of Lumiere and a Harvard College graduate. He founded Lumiere as a PhD student at Harvard Business School. Lumiere is a selective research program where students work 1-1 with a research mentor to develop an independent research paper.
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