In addition, most unpaid internships are illegal in the United States (http://www.forbes.com/sites/theyec/2013/04/19/6-legal-requirements-for-unpaid-internship-

In addition, most unpaid internships are illegal in the United States (http://www.forbes.com/sites/theyec/2013/04/19/6-legal-requirements-for-unpaid-internship-programs/#2310e79049ab http://www.forbes.com/sites/theyec/2013/04/19/6-legal-requir...) Many companies, however, hire paid interns on a "try before you buy" basis. Always go for at least one paid internship while in college. Not only do you get to show off your chops to potential employers, it also looks great on your resume for other potential employers down the road.