15 Summer Internships in Dallas for College Students Â
- Stephen Turban
- 5 days ago
- 9 min read
If you’re a college student in Dallas, summer can be a great time to build skills and experience outside the classroom without having to travel outside of the city. Dallas hosts a wide range of opportunities through its universities, research centers, and companies, giving students direct exposure to professional environments. These internships let you apply your coursework, learn from mentors, and understand how different industries work in real settings.
Many of these internships in Dallas cover fields like business, technology, healthcare, and communication. You’ll work on hands-on projects, gain technical and teamwork experience, and learn how professionals handle day-to-day responsibilities. This hands-on experience helps you connect what you study in college with practical applications.
Choosing an internship in Dallas can also make sense financially since all the programs are local and may offer stipends or housing support. You’ll save on relocation costs while still gaining solid experience and building your network.
To help you find a good fit, here are 15 summer internships in Dallas for college students!
15 Summer Internships in Dallas for College Students
Location: Remote
Cost: Varies by program type | Financial aid available
Application deadline: Cohorts throughout the year, including summer
Program dates: Multiple cohorts throughout the year, including summerÂ
Eligibility: Students who can work for 10–20 hours/week, for 8–12 weeks | Open to high schoolers, undergraduates, and gap-year students
The Ladder University Internship Program is an eight-week virtual internship where you work on real projects with start-ups and corporate businesses. Founded by Harvard entrepreneurs, the program focuses on applied learning through assignments guided by start-up founders and supervisors with experience at places like Harvard Business School, McKinsey, Google, and Microsoft. You’ll develop problem-solving and project management skills, gain insight into entrepreneurial practices, and receive weekly mentorship from your manager and a Ladder Coach. The program ends with a final project presentation to strengthen your resume and professional portfolio.
Location: Dallas, TX
Cost/Stipend: $20 - 35/hour
Dates: May-August
Application Deadline: Not specified
Eligibility: College students who have completed at least one year of college before beginning the internship
The Abbott Operations Internship Program is designed for students majoring in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, and Life Sciences. You’ll work on ongoing Abbott projects with direct guidance from senior leaders. You’ll utilize your technical and business knowledge for analysis and problem-solving. You’ll have the option to work in a variety of fields, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, etc. Overall, you’ll participate in targeted training sessions alongside a global intern community and build your professional network.
Location: The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, Dallas, TX
Stipend: Competitive intern salaries offered
Dates: May-August
Application Deadline: Rolling applications
Eligibility: Students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited college or university
The Dallas Fed Internship Program is a paid summer internship where you work full-time with the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. You’ll take part in daily tasks and learn from staff mentors. You’ll also hear from senior leaders and experts in the field. As an intern, you become part of a national network connected to the Federal Reserve System. You can choose to work in areas like Accounting, Audit, Communications and Outreach, Corporate Planning, or Human Resources. This program helps you build skills, gain experience, and understand how the Federal Reserve works.
Location: The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX
Cost/Stipend: Not specified
Dates: May-August
Application Deadline: January 15
Eligibility: Current graduate student
UT Southwestern’s Graduate Administrative Internship is a ten-week full-time summer internship program designed to help students explore career opportunities within healthcare management. You’ll develop an understanding of the day-to-day operations within a large academic medical center. You’ll lead a core project, attend meetings with a preceptor, observe departmental and executive meetings, and work with managers at various levels of the health care system. After selection, you’ll be placed in a specific department for the duration of the internship. Potential placement areas include Non-Clinical Support Services, Hospital Operations, and Clinical Service Lines.
Location: Dallas Zoo, Dallas, TX
Cost: None
Dates: May-August
Application Deadline: April 1Â
Eligibility: Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students at an accredited college/university
The Dallas Zoo College Internship Program is a ten to twelve-week summer experience for college students. You’ll work 20 to 40 hours each week in one of several areas: animal care, conservation, operations, or administration. You’ll take part in daily tasks and learn how the zoo works behind the scenes. During the internship, you’ll complete an educational project, join a service learning activity, and attend professional development sessions made for interns. These sessions help you build skills and learn from zoo staff.
Location: The Dallas Morning News, Dallas, TX
Stipend: $18/hour
Dates: Varies; summer and spring positions posted separately
Application Deadline: October 31
Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in college
The Dallas Morning News College Internship Program is a ten to twelve-week summer internship for undergraduate students. You’ll work in the newsroom and take part in training sessions led by journalists and guest panelists. These sessions help you learn about a journalist’s daily work and career path. You’ll also join structured activities where you meet senior leaders and publishers. This gives you a chance to ask questions, build connections, and understand how a major news organization operates.Â
Location: Remote and on-site positions offered
Stipend: Interns are paid a competitive hourly wage (typically $20–$25/hr)
Dates: May 19 – August 7
Application Deadline: Rolling admissions
Eligibility: Progress toward a degree, major, or minor relevant to the internship
The Campus Reach College Internship Program at Southwest Airlines is an internship program designed for undergraduate students. Through the program, you’ll explore the corporate culture at Southwest Airlines while working in departments including HR, Technical Ops, Supply Chain Management, Communications, and Outreach, among others. You’ll attend talks and professional development classes led by senior leaders. You’ll work on service projects throughout the semester with an intern mentor. You’ll also take the Gallup CliftonStrengths Assessment as part of the internship. Many candidates are offered full-time, associate-level positions immediately after the internship.
Location: Goldman Sachs offices in Dallas, TX
Stipend: Not specified
Dates: May-August
Application Deadline: Rolling admissions
Eligibility: For undergraduates (typically rising juniors/seniors) in a four-year program; penultimate year preferred.
The Summer Analyst Program at Goldman Sachs is a nine to ten-week summer internship for students pursuing a graduate degree. You can work in one of the multiple areas of Goldman Sachs, like Asset Management, Conflict Resolution Group, Legal, Risk, Wealth Management, and Global Compliance, among others. As a participant, you will attend orientation, where you’ll learn about the culture, as well as the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of the firm. You’ll attend training sessions and structured daily activities alongside fellow interns and professionals.
Location: Varies according to host company
Cost/Stipend: Not specified
Dates: May-August
Application Deadline: May 31
Eligibility: Must have completed at least 15 credit hours of college-level coursework
The mINiTERN Program is a ten-week externship for college students who want real-world business experience. It is run by Dallas College in partnership with local companies. You’ll work in a team of four to six students to research a topic chosen by the company. Your team will study the topic, gather information, and prepare a final presentation. At the end of the program, you’ll present your findings to senior leaders at the company. This helps you build teamwork, research, and communication skills. When you finish the program, you’ll also earn 4.8 hours of Continuing Education Units (CEUs).Â
Location: Varies based on host site
Cost/Stipend: Paid internships
Dates: June 30 – August 8
Application Deadline: April 28
Eligibility: Students must apply to and complete the Dallas Works Internship Prep Bootcamp
The Dallas Works Internship Program gives college students a chance to work in paid internships at companies, nonprofits, and government offices across Dallas. To join, you first complete the Dallas Works Internship Prep Bootcamp. This training helps you get ready for the internship and includes sessions with other students, staff, and volunteers. You also go on outings and learn how to work in a professional setting. Once your internship begins, you’ll be supported by a full team. This includes former interns, a supervisor, and an internship coach who guides you through the experience.Â
Location: The University of Texas System Administration, Dallas, TX
Stipend: Minimum $18/hr for undergraduate students | Minimum $22/hr for graduate students
Dates: June 2 – August 12
Application Deadline:Â
Eligibility: Currently a rising junior, junior, rising senior, or senior enrolled in an undergraduate program at one of the 14 University of Texas institutions, or a graduate student who has completed at least one semester of coursework
The University of Texas System Internship (UTSI) is a ten-week summer program for undergraduate students that blends hands-on project work with professional development. As an IT Intern, you’ll work in areas like Client Services, Infrastructure, Project Management, or Special Projects, supporting key initiatives led by the Office of the Chief Information Officer (CIO). You’ll help manage the administrative, technical, and financial parts of assigned projects, from the beginning stages all the way through completion. Alongside your project work, you’ll take part in a professional development series where you’ll build skills in public speaking, business writing, project management, and networking.Â
12. NASA Develop
Location: Varies based on project, check here
Stipend: Not specified
Dates: June 2 - August 8
Application Deadline: February 28
Eligibility: Undergraduate students
The NASA DEVELOP Program is a ten-week research experience where you’ll work on real-world projects using NASA’s remote-sensing data. You’ll be assigned to a topic in areas like Agriculture, Climate, Disasters, Ecological Conservation, Energy, Health and Air Quality, Water Resources, or Wildland Fires. Your team will start by doing a literature review to understand how NASA data applies to your project. You’ll work closely with a DEVELOP Fellow, science advisors, mentors, and the DEVELOP National Program Office. Together, you’ll create a final presentation, a technical report, and creative outreach materials that explain your findings. Along the way, you’ll also take part in team-building activities and network with other interns and scientists.Â
Location: KPMG offices in Dallas, TX
Stipend: Amount not specified
Dates: May-August
Application Deadline: Rolling deadline
Eligibility: Undergraduate students
The Trade and Customs Internship at KPMG is an opportunity for undergraduates to work in a leading audit firm. As a tax intern, you’ll advise clients on import and export matters, research, write, and review international trade advice, design trade savings opportunities, and maintain active communication to enhance client satisfaction. You’ll build capabilities in key technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, Power BI, and more, to help tax professionals deliver their services efficiently.Â
Location: PlainsCapital Bank, Dallas, TX
Stipend: Amount not specified
Dates: May 27 – July 31
Application Deadline: Rolling deadlines
Eligibility: Students must be enrolled in a four-year, accredited college or university. Finance or Accounting major preferred
The Commercial Banking Internship at PlainsCapital Bank is an on-the-job internship experience for college students willing to pursue a career in the banking industry. As an intern, you’ll work with the credit analyst and lending teams, and observe the importance of building relationships through client presentations and networking events. You’ll also explore other departments, including Treasury Management, Premier Services, Private Banking, and Merchant Services. Additionally, you’ll network with leaders within the lending division, meet with product partners to learn about complementary services, and learn to interact with both vendors and clients. After the internship, you might be offered to continue with the Banker Development Program, the bank’s training program designed for analysts who wish to pursue a career as a Commercial Banker.
Location: AT&T offices in Dallas, TX
Stipend: Interns are paid competitive weekly/hourly wages (typically $22–$25/hr)
Dates: May-August
Application Deadline: Rolling basis
Eligibility: Undergraduate students
The Strategy and Consulting role in AT&T’s Supply Chain Leadership Program is a ten to twelve-week summer internship for undergraduate students interested in business, logistics, and strategic thinking. You’ll learn key skills like contract management, procurement, logistics, data analytics, and strategic planning, all while working on projects that improve AT&T’s supply chain from start to finish. You’ll apply what you learn to help develop and implement strategies that make the supply chain more efficient and effective. Throughout the program, you’ll also network with other interns and professionals who share your interests.
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 Ph.D. student at Harvard Business School. Lumiere is a selective research program in which students work one-on-one with a mentor to develop an independent research paper.
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