September is the real new year on campus. The energy is fresh but not chaotic. Students have shaken off the chaos of move-in and the shock of their first syllabus. Career centers flip the “open” sign to full brightness. Employers roll out their campus plans, and the first wave of internship roles goes live. This month isn’t just another page on the calendar; it’s the moment when momentum forms. If you’re an employer who wants great interns next summer—or a student who wants one of those roles—September is the window that makes the rest of the year easier. Miss it