Williamson, Inc., the county’s chamber of commerce and office of economic development, created this Internship Database to connect college students with real-world experience and help employers connect with future talent.
Explore opportunities or post an internship to engage emerging talent in our community.
To add your internship to the database, email Anna Lisa at annalisa@williamsonchamber.com
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| Company | Industry | Duration | Format | Compensation | Rate | |
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| AbleVoices | ||||||
| Ascension Saint Thomas Department: Medical Care, Communications Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: Rolling throughout the year Other Benefits: Mentorship opportunities, networking, job shadowing Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities | Healthcare & Life Sciences | | In-person (fully on-site), Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Compensation varies by role | ||
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee Department: Customer Service, Case Management & nonprofit program operations Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: Intern applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Other Benefits: Weekly supervision, professional development opportunities (Working with a resume writer, headshot photographs, etc.) & networking opportunities Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, University of Tennessee, Middle Tennessee State University | Nonprofit | 6-12 months | Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Unpaid, College credit | ||
| Blue Nova Designs | ||||||
Camp Marymount Inc. Department: Marketing, Operations/Logistics, Customer Service, Photography, nursing, construction/maintenance etc. Requirements: No specific requirements Deadline: Nov thru April Other Benefits: We work closely with intern to help make contacts with our vast alumni network that are in their field. Partnerships: No, but we are interested in exploring partnerships | Nonprofit | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Stipend-based | Pay is flat rate per week | |
| CapWealth | ||||||
| CapWealth Department: Finance, Investment Research Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: December 31 Other Benefits: Mentorship Partnerships: No, but we are interested in exploring partnerships | Financial Services | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $16-20/hour | |
cbSullivan Consulting & Organizing Department: Marketing, IT/Technology Requirements: Previous work experience required Other Benefits: Opportunity to work on-site with professional organizing clients, attend networking events, mentoring Partnerships: No, we do not partner with higher education institutions | Professional Services | Less than 3 months | Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Unpaid | ||
Chartwell Hospitality, LLC Department: Sales, Operations/Logistics, Hotel Management, Operations, Food & Beverage, Service Requirements: No specific requirements Deadline: year around Other Benefits: Yes if full time - health benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development, various insurance policies, travel discounts, 401k with match Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, University of Tennessee, Alabama, Kentucky, Memphis, South Carolina, Western Kentucky, Columbia State, Nashville State, Middle Tennessee State University | Hospitality | 3-6 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | Varies by department | |
| City of Franklin | ||||||
| City of Franklin Parks Department | ||||||
| City of Franklin, TN | ||||||
| Class 101 Department: Marketing Requirements: Must submit a portfolio/resume Deadline: None has been established. Partnerships: No, but we are interested in exploring partnerships | Education | 3-6 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Compensation varies by role | $16-20/hour | |
| COF | ||||||
Community Health Systems Department: Human Resources, Finance, IT/Technology, Supply Chain & Accounting Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: Early March Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, TSU & UT Knoxville | Healthcare & Life Sciences | Less than 3 months | Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Paid | $10-15/hour | |
| CoreCivic | Government & Public Sector | Less than 3 months | ||||
| Community Health Systems (CHS) | ||||||
Currax Pharma Department: Marketing, Human Resources, Operations/Logistics, Medical, product safety, legal Requirements: University, application, prefer in person Deadline: DECEMBER Other Benefits: Yes. Integration into the business to participate in all corporate events Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, Vandy, Lipscomb, Belmont | Healthcare & Life Sciences | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site), Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote), Virtual (fully remote) | Paid | $21-25/hour | |
| Currey Ingram Academy | ||||||
| DaVita Inc. | ||||||
| Deer Run Camps & Retreats | ||||||
Deer Run Camps & Retreats Department: Marketing, Operations/Logistics, Customer Service, Food Service, Maintenance, Recreation Requirements: No specific requirements Deadline: Aug 1, 2025 Other Benefits: Leadership training, mentorship, conferences, retreats Partnerships: Yes, but on an informal or case-by-case basis, Williamson College | Nonprofit | 6-12 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $10-15/hour | |
DPR Construction Department: Marketing, Finance, Operations/Logistics, Safety Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: Typically, internships are finalized by April each year Other Benefits: Yes - training, networking, end of summer celebration event (camping trip, white water rafting, etc.) Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, 50+ colleges. Southeast includes Auburn, Florida, Duke, Clemson, NC State, FIU, UCF, GA Southern, App State, Vanderbilt | Construction | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $26+/hour | |
| ECS (Engineering Consulting Services) Department: Geotechnical and Material Testing Requirements: No specific requirements Deadline: Typically before <id April Other Benefits: Networking, Job Training, Mentorship, Partnerships: Yes, but on an informal or case-by-case basis, MTSU, UT, etc... | Construction | 3-6 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $16-20/hour | |
| Extrity Services | ||||||
| First Presbyterian Church of Nashville | ||||||
| FirstBank | ||||||
| Franklin lifestyle Department: Marketing, Sales Requirements: Must submit a portfolio/resume Other Benefits: Networking Partnerships: No, we do not partner with higher education institutions | Media & Enterntainment | Varies | Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Unpaid | ||
Franklin Special Department: Student Teaching Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: We work with the Colleges and Universities for placement Other Benefits: No Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, Almost all within TN | Education | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Unpaid, College credit | ||
| Franklin Special Schools | ||||||
| Franktown Open Hearts | ||||||
| GEODIS | Transportation & Logistics | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $16-20/hour | |
GiGi's Playhouse Nashville Department: Marketing, Program Leaders/Program Assistants/One-on-One Tutors Requirements: There will be training modules to complete. Other Benefits: Networking, mentorship, and training opportunities. Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, Belmont University | Nonprofit | Varies | In-person (fully on-site) | Unpaid | ||
| Grimmett Law Firm, PLLC Department: Marketing, Operations/Logistics Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Partnerships: No, but we are interested in exploring partnerships | Professional Services | In-person (fully on-site) | Compensation varies by role | $16-20/hour | ||
Harbor + Union Department: space management + event coordination Requirements: Must submit a portfolio/resume Deadline: we don't have a deadline Other Benefits: mentorship access to our space to work outside of internship hours networking opportunities hospitality + customer service experience Partnerships: No, but we are interested in exploring partnerships | Hospitality | Varies | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid, Unpaid | $10-15/hour | |
HCA/Parallon Department: Operations/Logistics, Healthcare administration and operations Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: End of April Other Benefits: Mentoring; Networking; Volunteering with local not-for-profits and more Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities | Healthcare & Life Sciences | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site), Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Paid | $21-25/hour | |
Horn USA, Inc. Department: Marketing, Human Resources, IT/Technology, Customer Service, Manufacturing Requirements: No specific requirements Deadline: No deadline Partnerships: Yes, but on an informal or case-by-case basis | Manufacturing | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid, Unpaid | $16-20/hour | |
| Ignite Digital Marketing, LLC. Department: Marketing Requirements: Must submit a portfolio/resume Deadline: May 16th Other Benefits: Yes Partnerships: No, we do not partner with higher education institutions | Professional Services | 3-6 months | Virtual (fully remote) | Paid | $10-15/hour | |
Jackson National Life Insurance Department: Marketing, Sales, Corporate Philanthropy, Data Analytics, Product, Distribution Technology Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: We filled our 2025 summer Internships Other Benefits: Full summer program that includes networking, executive interactions, training and development, team building events, corporate philanthropy engagement, and a capstone project. Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities | Financial Services | Less than 3 months | Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Paid | $16-20/hour | |
JE Dunn Construction Department: Marketing, Field Supervision, Project Management Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: Rolling Other Benefits: Networking opportunities, social engagement, housing stipend Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, Multiple, including Purdue, Auburn, Clemson, UT, UF, NC State | Construction | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $26+/hour | |
| JLL | ||||||
| Kaiser Aluminum | Manufacturing | 3-6 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | Other (please specify) | |
| Kiser + Vogrin Design, LLC | ||||||
| Lee Company Department: Human Resources, IT/Technology, Operations/Logistics Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: End of February Other Benefits: Mentors, social/fun events, capstone projects Partnerships: Yes, but on an informal or case-by-case basis | Construction | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $16-20/hour | |
| Mars Inc | Manufacturing | Less than 3 months | Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities | Paid | $21-25/hour | |
| Mercy Community Healthcare Department: Marketing, Events Requirements: No specific requirements Deadline: Ongoing Partnerships: Yes, but on an informal or case-by-case basis, Belmont University | Healthcare & Life Sciences | 6-12 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Unpaid | ||
Merus Department: Real Estate Development and Finance Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: July 1st for Fall 2025 Other Benefits: Networking and mentorships Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, University of Cincinnati | Real Estate | 3-6 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Unpaid | ||
| Middle Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation Department: Marketing, IT/Technology, Engineering Requirements: Must submit a portfolio/resume Partnerships: Yes, but on an informal or case-by-case basis, MTSU | Energy & Utilities | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $21-25/hour | |
| MP&F Strategic Communications Department: Marketing, Public Relations Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: Offer Spring, Fall, and Summer internships so dates vary Other Benefits: Mentorship and professional development sessions Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities | Telecommunications | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $16-20/hour | |
| NASHVILLE CHRISTIAN FAMILY PUBLICATION | ||||||
| Nissan | Manufacturing | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $21-25/hour | |
Northwestern Mutual Department: Sales Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: May 31st Other Benefits: We offer networking, mentorship and the opportunity to continue throughout the school year. Partnerships: No, but we are interested in exploring partnerships | Financial Services | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | Varies by department | |
| Northwood Ravin | ||||||
| Signarama of Franklin | ||||||
| Simmons Bank Department: Marketing, Customer Service Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: na Other Benefits: Networking opportunities Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities | Financial Services | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Unpaid | ||
| SPX AtoN Franklin Department: Manufacturing and Engineering Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: June Other Benefits: mentorships Partnerships: No, but we are interested in exploring partnerships | Technology | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $21-25/hour | |
| Stafford Solutions Department: Marketing Requirements: No specific requirements Deadline: N/A Other Benefits: networking opportunities, mentorship Partnerships: No, we do not partner with higher education institutions | Media & Enterntainment | 6-12 months | Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote), Virtual (fully remote) | Unpaid | ||
| Stream Realty Partners - Nashville | ||||||
SVN Accel Commercial Real Estate Department: Marketing, Finance, Sales Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: February of that year for the summer program, July for the winter internship. Other Benefits: networking opportunities, mentorship, training, group outings and service opportunities Partnerships: Yes, but on an informal or case-by-case basis, University of Alabama | Real Estate | 3-6 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Compensation varies by role | $10-15/hour | |
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology Hohenwald Requirements: GPA requirement Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities | Education | 6-12 months | Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Paid, College credit | $10-15/hour | |
The Arc Williamson County Department: Social Work Requirements: Must be enrolled in a BSW or MSW program at an ASWB accredited college or university. Deadline: No deadline, but prefer fall semester interns. Other Benefits: Field Supervision by LMSW Partnerships: Yes, but on an informal or case-by-case basis, MTSU | Nonprofit | 3-6 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Unpaid, College credit | ||
The Harpeth Hotel Department: Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, Sales, IT/Technology, Operations/Logistics, Customer Service, Rotational through positions at the hotel while working full time in one main department/position. Requirements: Must submit a portfolio/resume Deadline: Ongoing. Other Benefits: travel perks, insurances, tuition reimbursement. Partnerships: Yes, but on an informal or case-by-case basis, Williamson County EIC | Hospitality | Varies | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $16-20/hour | |
The Pearl at Fairview Department: Activities, Direct Care for 18 y/o + only Requirements: No specific requirements Deadline: none Other Benefits: mentorship, networking Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, TCAT Dickson | Healthcare & Life Sciences | Varies | In-person (fully on-site) | Unpaid | ||
| Thnks | ||||||
TMP Department: Architecture & Interior Design Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: Typically March the summer prior; Spring/Fall internships considered as well with no set date Other Benefits: Yes, interns get paired up with a mentor and get the opportunity to work towards professional experience requirements needed towards licensure. Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, Univ. of Tennessee, Clemson, Auburn, Virginia Tech | Professional Services | 3-6 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $21-25/hour | |
Tractor Supply Co Department: Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, IT/Technology, Operations/Logistics, Legal Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: March 31 Other Benefits: Networking opportunities, executive meet and greets, mentorship, development opportunities/workshops, relocation stipend Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, UTK, Auburn, MTSU, Columbia State, Lipscomb, and more | Retail and Consumer Goods | 3-6 months | Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Paid | $21-25/hour | |
| Tractor Supply Company | ||||||
Tractor Supply Company Department: Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, IT/Technology, Operations/Logistics, Customer Service Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: 6-12 months in advance of the summer. Summer 2025 recruiting was wrapped up by Jan 2025. Other Benefits: It's a fully curated program, yes. Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, Our early career recruiters source from dozens of Universities in and out of Tenn. | Retail and Consumer Goods | 3-6 months | In-person (fully on-site), Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Paid | Varies by department | |
Tractor Supply Corporation Department: Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, IT/Technology, Operations/Logistics, Customer Service, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Distribution Center Support, Legal Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university and a rising Junior or Senior Deadline: We accept summer applications until our internships are filled. This is typically through February prior to a May start. Other Benefits: Relocation Assistance Programming that consists of mentorships, personal branding building, meet and greets with Executives, partnerships with former interns, and cross functional business exposure. Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, We partner with over 30+ colleges and universities across the country. | Retail and Consumer Goods | 3-6 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Paid | $21-25/hour | |
Transit Alliance of Middle Tennessee Department: Marketing, Social Media, Communications, Programming, board management, and fundraising Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: Open Other Benefits: We can provide networking opportunities and mentorship. Partnerships: Yes, but on an informal or case-by-case basis, Primarily, we work with MTSU, but are open to working with other institutions. | Nonprofit | Varies | Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Unpaid, Stipend-based, College credit | ||
| Trevecca Nazarene University | ||||||
TruGreen Department: Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, IT/Technology, Operations/Logistics Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: NA Other Benefits: NA Partnerships: Yes, but on an informal or case-by-case basis | Retail and Consumer Goods | 3-6 months | Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Paid | $16-20/hour | |
U.S. Department of Commerce Department: Marketing, Finance, Sales, Operations/Logistics, Customer Service, International Business, International Studies Requirements: Multiple qualifications (current student, GPA requirement, resume, etc) Deadline: Rolling Other Benefits: Excellent learning opportunity, professional networking, etc. Partnerships: Yes, but on an informal or case-by-case basis, Open to connecting with all universities | Government & Public Sector | 6-12 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Unpaid | ||
| Vanderbilt University | ||||||
Williamson County Animal Hospital Department: Veterinarians and Licensed Veterinary Technicians Requirements: Must be enrolled in college/university Deadline: N/A Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine and Columbia State | Healthcare & Life Sciences | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Unpaid, College credit | ||
| Williamson County Fair | ||||||
Williamson County Republican Party Department: Marketing Requirements: Must submit a portfolio/resume Deadline: June 7, 2025 Other Benefits: We will provide opportunities for political and membership networking, mentorship with the lead social media/print marketing team, and experience with a variety of media. Partnerships: No, but we are interested in exploring partnerships | Nonprofit | Less than 3 months | Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | College credit | ||
Williamson Health Department: Marketing, Human Resources Requirements: enrolled in college/university Deadline: n/a Partnerships: Yes, we have formal partnerships with specific colleges/universities, you name it, we partner with them. | Healthcare & Life Sciences | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Unpaid | ||
Williamson Health Department: Operating Room (OR) Requirements: transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation and complete application Deadline: Mid to late April Other Benefits: Additional observation requests in a variety of areas Partnerships: No, but we are interested in exploring partnerships, We are currently exploring this with a College in close distance to us. | Healthcare & Life Sciences | Less than 3 months | In-person (fully on-site) | Unpaid | ||
Williamson Scene Department: Journalism - reporting Requirements: Must be enrolled, must have relevant experience at least on collegiate level and must be able to provide documentation of internship for class credit Deadline: Summer deadline has passed but Fall deadline would be July 31. Other Benefits: We provide networking opportunities with other journalists and will work one on one in a mentorship program with editor Nicolle Praino during the duration of the internship. Partnerships: No, but we are interested in exploring partnerships | Media & Enterntainment | 3-6 months | Hybrid (mix of in-person and remote) | Unpaid, College credit |