In this article we discuss the 5 best paying summer jobs for college students. If you want to read our detailed analysis of the the companies that offer summer jobs, go directly to 20 Best Paying Summer Jobs for College Students.
5. Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL)
One of the most sought out internship programs in the tech world is of Apple. Apple is headquartered in Cupertino, CA, with offices around the world. Apple interns receive many benefits other than pay such as product discounts, on-site cafes, monthly social gatherings, on-site café, and even free apples. Their program is available to college sophomore through graduate students. They have different programs like the hardware engineering intern/co-op which is open to students enrolled in a BS, MS or PhD in EE or CE. They also have an Engineering Program and a management program. Apple commits to hiring over 1,000 summer interns, with online and in-person components. The median pay for an Apple intern is $6667.
4. Google/Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG)
Google is a favorite in the list for the best paying summer jobs for college students and professionals alike. The Google Internship program allows students to specialize in areas such as product management, business development, software engineering, IT and data management etc. Their internship program receives about 40,000 applications every year and so the competition is immense. Google hires 1500 interns every year which receive one-to-one mentoring and are involved in real-time projects. Glassdoor estimates that Google interns earn between $6,500 and $8,500 a month.
3. L’Oréal S.A. (Paris: OR.PA)
Founded in France, L’Oreal is a multinational beauty and personal products corporation that accepts interns in a variety of business functions. Its summer internship lasts 10 weeks and helps students build skills in areas of teamwork, priority management and public speaking. Students also have the chance to take part in lunchtime learning sessions with L’Oreal leaders. Interns seeking a longer-term option can take part in a 54-week industrial placement. Most L’Oreal interns earn approximately $20 per hour, according to Glassdoor.
2. Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT)
Microsoft has an internship that is specifically designed for students to do their best work and take advantage of the opportunity to learn, grow, and further their career. The company offers internships in all job areas and is open to current Bachelor, Master, MBA, and PhD students. Microsoft interns receive benefits like a competitive pay, relocation allowances, and other perks.
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1. NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ: NVDA)
Nvidia Corporation is a technology company with headquarters in Santa Clara, California. The company is well-known for producing graphics processing units for use in professional industries as well as the PC gaming market. Nvidia has an internship program for students which lasts for about 3 months. Their internship program is geared toward current students who will return to school after the internship. They offer a range of opportunities for students located in the US, as well as in Taiwan, China, Israel, and Bangalore. Interns work with new technologies and are involved in the development of hardware and software tools. What sets Nvidia’s summer internship program apart from all other tech companies is the extensive benefits it offers to its interns such as paid time off, health insurance, and other perks. Their interns earn $28 per hour according to careerbliss.
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