Intern salary in United States

The average salary for an Intern is $20.46 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 12.9k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 14, 2026.

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Intern salaries typically range between a low of $13.02 and a high of $32.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Intern include Foster City, CA at $35.78 per hour, Cary, NC at $26.47 per hour, and Denver, CO at $22.81 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Intern include The Salvation Army USA Central Territory ($292,026 per year) and Oshkosh Area School District ($234,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Intern salary compares to related positions:

• Junior Intern: Average $17.10 per hour
• Senior Intern: Average $20.90 per hour