Business internships can be had in just about every sector of most career fields. Unlike an education internship in which individuals know the exact industry they will work in, business internships can take place in various industries. Types of internship fields can include a business analyst internship, marketing and sales internship, accounting internship and plenty more. The type of internship an individual seeks depends solely on what field they want to work in or are currently working in.Undergraduate and graduate students make up the bulk of the people looking for business internships. However, internships are not limited solely to students. Graduates and virtually anyone looking to get hands-on experience in their field of interest can take on an internship.The Benefits of Business InternshipsInterns learn a great deal of valuable insight into their chosen field and typically develop experience, competencies, and knowledge that are directly related to their work goal. Additionally, the skills learned from internships are the types of skills hiring managers want to see on resumes. This gives these individuals a small advantage when entering the workforce. Interns also get a chance to explore their field of interest before actually entering it, providing them with the opportunity to know whether or not that field is right for them.Some companies hire on interns in order to "try them out". Many, but not all internships turn into part- or full-time positions. There are also surveys that show many employers offer higher salaries to applicants who have participated in internships or co-op programs. Even if a position is not offered to an intern, throughout the program, individuals can develop relationships, discover mentors, obtain new contacts, and even references for the future. Securing a job in the future may be easier with great references.Business Internship WagesAs expected, many internships are non-paying opportunities for learning. However, because it is business, there are some companies that do pay their interns. For paying internships, the salary can range from $17 to $29 per hour, depending on the company and specific internship. Other companies simply provide their interns with college credit.