One of my former interns now works at Glenn Schick Recording Studio in Atlanta. Interning has and will continue to help many people achieve their goals and realize their potential.
My intern has always been for myself. Meaning I have consultant, organized music conferences and music showcase for free. I even published a free music business newspaper prior to publishing the Music Industry Connection Book Series. This experience allowed me to learn what people wanted and to network. I've taken the information and started businesses.
Interning will help you not be a victim of Industry Pimping.
To get an intern call and email the company that closely fits your career path. Ask if there's an existing internship program. Find out what you need to submit to become an intern. Follow what is asked of you. Always do more than what is expected -go the extra mile.