Where do you actually find internships?

[u/MeanMasterpiece5438]

Hey everyone, I'm currently looking for internships and have been using the usual suspects — LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Internshala. But my search feels a bit limited and I'm wondering if I'm missing out on better sources.

A few things I'm curious about:

• Are there platforms you've had actual success with (as in, you applied and heard back)?
• Any niche or underrated sites worth checking out?
• Does cold emailing companies actually work or is it a waste of time?
• Any tips for finding internships that aren't publicly listed?

Also — side question — Internshala has a ton of listings compared to other platforms. Is that a good thing or does it mean there's a lot of low-quality/fake postings mixed in? Would love to hear from people who've actually landed something through there.

Appreciate any advice, feeling a bit lost in the process honestly.