INTERNSHIPS & CO-OPS
Find meaningful work at SAS.
We’re not about coffee runs and boring busywork. A SAS internship is focused on development, culture and community. We’ll help you grow professionally, thrive in an award-winning work environment and make memorable connections with your co-workers and fellow interns. From contributing analytical code to improving insights for our Fortune 100 customers, the potential to make a real impact is exciting.
Technical and Analytical Internships
We need highly technical and analytical minds ready to partner with industry experts to create cutting-edge solutions for customers. We’re calling all software development and testing aficionados to design and test and IT devotees ready to tackle global hosting, cloud services and enterprise solutions to join our team. Plus other highlighted areas of opportunity to turn data into insights that solve customer problems.
Applications for internships are open September to February.
- Software Developer
- Software Quality Tester
- IT
- Pre-Sales/Systems Engineer
- User Experience and Design
- Risk Management
- Statistics
Business Internships
Business-minded students focused on areas such as finance, capitalizing resources in human resources, sales and marketing – who want to contribute to our overall growth while bringing a unique perspective to the table.
Applications for internships are open September to February.
- Finance
- Sales
- Marketing
- Legal
- Human Resources
Finance Co-Ops
Immerse yourself in new opportunities, match problems with cutting-edge solutions and bring your curiosity to the table. Students get hands-on work experience through rotating semesters with a full-time schedule while earning their degrees. Areas of opportunity include financial security and controls analysis, finance analytics reporting, and financial analysis.
- Accounting
- Finance
- Business Administration
- Business Analytics
- Information Technology
Our interns aren't shy about sharing their insights.
After only a couple months at SAS, I realized it was somewhere I wanted to stay. The people are great and all the work I’ve been assigned to has been meaningful. I can’t wait to continue my journey as an intern at such a great company. Falesha Brodie Graduate Intern HR Business Partners, SAS
I applied to SAS' internship program for the opportunity to be authentically autistic after years of hiding it in public. It has been the opportunity of a lifetime. Chris Rackley Associate User Experience Designer SAS
It’s been an immense privilege to be part of a company that invests heavily in the growth and development of their young professionals. Melissa Jantjies Business Solutions Manager SAS
Our awards help us attract top talent like you.
Did we mention all of the perks?
- Paid internships to earn while you learn.
- Mentoring from the top minds in business.
- Culture that promotes work-life balance.
- Projects of real value, not tedious tasks.
- Social media training by professionals.
- Presentation/communication skills training.
- Campus environment that fosters innovation.
- Executive fireside chats with leadership.
- Networking with leaders and other interns.
- Social and cultural events to unwind.
- Opportunity for professional SAS certifications.
Timing is everything.
Outreach
Ongoing
SAS recruiters host recruiting events throughout the year to speak with potential candidates.
Apply
September – February
Pick the focus area and job that best suits you and submit your application.
Interview
October – April
Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis, depending on the internships available.
You're In
May and June
SAS has summer internships with two midmonth start dates. Internships last 10 to 12 weeks.
Let's get down to the details
I've applied. How will I get updates?
Once you apply, we will provide regular status updates to all applicants on a rolling basis. We receive thousands of applications annually, so we appreciate your patience. At the close of our recruitment season (end of the spring semester), we’ll give you a final status update.
I've been offered an interview. What happens next?
During the selection and interview process, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about the team you may work on. Interviews may be conducted via HireVue on demand, live virtual interview, in person or a combination.
Can I apply for more than one internship?
Based on your prior experiences and interests, your résumé will be shared with hiring managers across SAS. This will then determine who you interview with during the selection process. You can apply multiple times, but that does not increase your chances for an interview.
Are internships available only during the summer?
In addition to summer opportunities, we also offer year-round internships that average 15 hours per week.
Intern Expo showcases talent
After working hard all summer our interns participate in our annual Intern Expo. SAS leaders attend the event to show their support of the program. Interns network with other fellow interns and teams across SAS. And they get valuable feedback about how their projects are making an impact.
United in STEM: SAS Diversity Internship Program
We believe diversity and inclusion are multidimensional – we have a culture that blends our different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives from 59 countries around the world. A diverse workforce brings together unique talents and abilities that inspire teams to create software that can change the world. Great minds don’t always think alike, so we make it a priority to promote an environment where varied perspectives are encouraged.
Our United in Stem: SAS Diversity Internship Program is designed to provide a valuable work experience for current students enrolled in an accredited degree program who are passionate about technology and eager to make an impact. Our goal is to provide the opportunity to work in an inclusive work environment, receive mentorship and coaching, and make meaningful contributions to our organization.
We have opportunities for current students who identify as neurodiverse, Black or African American, Latinx, Indigenous and other historically underrepresented students of color, women and students affiliated with the US military – service members, veterans and military spouses.
Why wait until you graduate?
There are opportunities right now for students to prepare for a career at SAS. SAS Academic Programs can help you get started with free access to basic analytics and statistics right on your computer. Free video tutorials and e-learning courses teach you the basics of SAS programming and statistical analysis. And there’s even an interactive, online community where you’ll find forums and software support.
