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Summer Internship Program

Our internship program is designed to be meaningful and impactful. By providing truly hands-on experiences across a wide range of professional areas, we give our interns exceptional responsibility, along with the training needed to be successful. And by investing in the potential of our interns, we create a pipeline of talent for full-time roles within The Johnson Group’s family of companies.

WHO WE ARE     WHAT YOU’LL DO    APPLICATION PROCESS

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Important Dates

  1. Application Due Date

    October 3, 2025
  2. First Round Interviews

    Phone interviews to be scheduled throughout the month of September.

    September 2025
  3. Second Round Interviews

    Finalists will be invited to our Spartanburg headquarters for on-site interviews.

    October 23-24, 2025
  4. Internship

    June 1 - August 14, 2026
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Real Work

As an intern you will get immediate responsibility and begin adding real value to the business from day one. Fulfillment is one of our Guiding Principles and is a goal for all team members – including our interns.

Exposure to Leadership

There are no silos here. As an intern you are welcomed into a collaborative, supportive environment full of people willing to help – including our executive leaders. The exposure you gain crosses departments, companies, and job titles.

Long-Term Opportunity

To recognize a good investment opportunity is to recognize potential, and through our internship program we do just that. The time we invest training and working with you is an investment in our future and yours. More than half our interns have been offered full-time positions.

Intern Contributions

Andre Goldsmith, JDA, 2024 Multifamily Development Intern
“My favorite part of my internship experience was spending time on-site at our construction projects, witnessing their transformation over the summer, and being part of a team of impressive and down-to-earth individuals.”
Andre Goldsmith
JDA, 2024 Multifamily Development Intern
Jackson Edwards, Johnson Management, 2024 Finance Intern
“My internship experience with The Johnson Group this summer was thought provoking and fulfilling. Every day presented new challenges that pushed me to further develop my critical thinking skills, ultimately leading to immense fulfillment.”
Jackson Edwards
Johnson Management, 2024 Finance Intern
Charlotte Lasiter, OTO, 2024 Marketing Intern
“Throughout my internship, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of the hospitality and marketing industry.  I’ve learned the characteristics of a successful leader, and the importance of knowing how to adapt and collaborate.  During the summer, I learned about different roles within marketing including project management, social media marketing, and digital strategy. ”
Charlotte Lasiter
OTO, 2024 Marketing Intern
Jessica Xayasane, ACA, 2024 IT Intern
“From start to finish, everyone has been open and willing to help develop my skills and increase my business knowledge by offering their support and advice. There has been an insurmountable amount of support from my peers and leaders alike.”
Jessica Xayasane
ACA, 2024 IT Intern
Katie Kula, OTO, 2023 Human Resources Intern
“I have learned new skills, worked with strong leaders, had volunteer opportunities, attended informative lunch and learns, all while experiencing warm and welcoming hospitality throughout The Johnson Group. I am very thankful to intern at a company that is dedicated to providing an enriching program for its interns.”
Katie Kula
OTO, 2023 Human Resources Intern
Lainey Galicia, OTO, 2023 Accounting Intern
“OTO gave me a chance to work with insightful individuals who have broaden my knowledge and understanding of accounting and hospitality. Interning here has given me the ability to build a confident foundation that I will be able to build upon throughout my professional career.”
Lainey Galicia
OTO, 2023 Accounting Intern
Gavin Puckett, ACA, 2023 Information Technology Intern
“Looking back at the internship, one of the most important things I gained was confidence in my abilities. Through the partnerships I built here, I became a much better programmer. To me that’s what made this such a great experience - everyone wants to see you succeed and thrive in this environment.”
Gavin Puckett
ACA, 2023 Information Technology Intern
Marcy Hatcher, ACA, 2023 Accounting Intern
“This summer I really was able to get hands-on experience in the accounting field which boosted my knowledge about the business. I also was able to network within my department and cross train with other departments as well. Everyone here has welcomed me with open arms and was eager to teach me new things!”
Marcy Hatcher
ACA, 2023 Accounting Intern

Access and Experience

The Johnson Group’s companies are united in shared values and a commitment to our team members, our community, and our success. While each company offers its own internships, in joining us you gain access and experience both within and among companies.

Johnson Development Associates, Inc.
Internship opportunities in accounting, asset management, development, finance, and real estate.
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OTO Development
Internship opportunities in accounting, development, finance, food & beverage marketing, human resources, procurement, marketing, operations, payroll, real estate, revenue management, and information technology.
Apply
American Credit Acceptance
Internship opportunities in Information security, analytics, originations, information technology, financial systems, strategy and analytics, and servicing.
Apply

Spartanburg:
City fun with a family feel

There’s a reason more than 1,000 of our team members choose to live in Spartanburg: The city offers great food, culture, and entertainment options in a vibrant downtown for young professionals, while boasting charming neighborhoods with a small-town feel for families.

Most internship positions will be in our Spartanburg, SC headquarters. We also have regional offices in Boise, ID, Dallas, TX, Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, and Tampa, FL.