Management Intern Salary in the United States

How much does a Management Intern make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Management Intern in the United States is $133,016 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.

However, a Management Intern's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $155,215
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,097 to $144,636
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,514
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Wage
75th Percentile $144,636 $12,053 $2,781 $70
Average $133,016 $11,085 $2,558 $64
25th Percentile $118,097 $9,841 $2,271 $57
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Key Factors That Influence Management Intern Salaries

A Management Intern's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Management Intern Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Management Intern's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $115,551
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $119,152
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $134,052
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $175,593
  • Expert (over 8 years): $207,762
Levels Salary
Budget An... Level Management Intern$115,551
Budgeting... Level Management Intern$119,152
Managemen... Level Management Intern$134,052
Budget Se... Level Management Intern$175,593
Budget Di... Level Management Intern$207,762
$115,551 0 yr
$119,152 < 2 yrs
$134,052 2-4 yrs
$175,593 5-8 yrs
$207,762 > 8 yrs
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How Do Management Intern Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Management Interns. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $147,275.
  • California: $146,717.
  • Massachusetts: $144,761.

Top Paying Cities for Management Interns

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $167,773
  • San Francisco: $165,936
  • Oakland: $162,439

What Skills Can Increase a Management Intern's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 12.13% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Financial Statements (Mentioned in 1.64% Job Postings): Obtaining and creating formal records of business activities and cash flows to provide results for financial performance.
  • Accounts Receivable (Mentioned in 1.2% Job Postings): Accounts receivable is a legally enforceable claim for payment held by a business for goods supplied and/or services rendered that customers/clients have ordered but not paid for. These are generally in the form of invoices raised by a business and delivered to the customer for payment within an agreed time frame. Accounts receivable is shown in a balance sheet as an asset. It is one of a series of accounting transactions dealing with the billing of a customer for goods and services that the customer has ordered. These may be distinguished from notes receivable, which are debts created through formal legal instruments called promissory notes.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 12.13%
Financial Statements 1.64%
Accounts Receivable 1.2%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Management Intern's salary.
  • Partnering: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Pricing: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Financial Modeling: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Partnering
 $152,968
15%
Pricing
 $150,308
13%
Financial Modeling
 $147,648
11%
Project Management
 $146,318
10%
Forecasting
 $146,318
10%
KPI
 $146,318
10%
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Management Intern Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Management Intern roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Management Intern positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Management Intern as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Management Intern

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$166,270$80.025%
Energy & Utilities$159,619$77.020%
Healthcare$146,318$70.010%
Internet$146,318$70.010%
Pharmaceuticals$146,318$70.010%

How Education impacts a Management Intern's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Management Interns enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Management Intern with a Bachelor's Degree is between $130,210 and $139,103).

Management Intern Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Management Intern
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.7%
High School 1.7%
Associates 2.8%
Bachelors 38.1%
Masters 57.4%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Management Intern Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Management Intern's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$118,097
Average $133,016/year
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Average $11,085/month
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Average $2,558/week
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Average $64/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $144,636 $12,053 $2,781 $70
Average $133,016 $11,085 $2,558 $64
25th Percentile $118,097 $9,841 $2,271 $57

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Salary Trends for Management Intern

Salaries for a Management Intern can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $115,114 in 2023 to around $115,395 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Management Intern salary trends, .

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$116,036
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FAQ about Management Intern

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Management Intern?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Management Intern roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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