The updated intern salaries for 2023 were determined after the 34% increase applied to the July 2023 minimum wage. Below are salary details for high school and university interns for 2023.
What Is an Intern?
Intern is the general term used for individuals who apply the theoretical knowledge gained during their education in practical work environments related to their profession.
How Is an Intern’s Salary Calculated?
Monthly payments for interns are calculated based on the net minimum wage in effect during the internship period. The calculation takes the net minimum wage, subtracts the amount of the tax exemption for minimum subsistence, and then multiplies the remainder by 30%. The resulting figure represents the intern salary.
This calculated monthly amount serves as the fixed minimum salary for interns. Depending on the nature of the workplace and the employer’s pay policies, actual payments may be higher than this minimum.
How Much Is the 2023 High School Intern Salary?
The salary for high school interns in 2023 is a common question among students. Applying the established intern salary formula to the new minimum wage announced for 2023 results in a minimum monthly payment of 3,420.60 TL for high school interns.
The 3,420.60 TL amount is the minimum wage that institutions must pay high school interns. Depending on the institution, interns may receive higher monthly payments than this minimum.
University Intern Salaries in 2023
University intern salaries in 2023 are calculated using the same formula applied to high school interns, with the minimum wage as the basis. Accordingly, the lowest monthly payment university interns can receive in 2023 is also set at 3,420.60 TL.
Intern payments may vary by field of study and the hosting institution, but no university intern may be paid less than 3,420.60 TL in 2023. Many institutions, however, pay more depending on their policies.
2023 Summer Internship Pay for University Students
Summer internship pay for university students in 2023 follows the same payment rules as other internship periods. University students completing internships during the summer of 2023 will receive a minimum of 3,420.60 TL from the host institution.
Health Vocational High School Internship Pay 2023
The internship pay for health vocational high school students in 2023 equals 30% of the minimum wage after deducting the tax exemption for minimum subsistence. Based on the 2023 minimum wage, this results in a payment of 3,420.60 TL.
Students in health vocational programs apply theoretical lessons in clinical settings such as hospitals. Employers are required to pay interns for their work during this period.

How Much Do Intern Nurse Salaries Become in 2023?
Net pay for intern nurses in 2023 rose in line with the minimum wage increase, reaching 3,420.60 TL. Therefore, mandatory intern nurse salaries cannot be set below 3,420.60 TL in 2023.
Nursing students may receive higher payments depending on the characteristics and pay policies of the institutions where they complete their internships.
Ziraat Bank Intern Salaries
Intern payments at Ziraat Bank are calculated as 30% of the minimum wage after excluding the tax exemption for minimum subsistence. For 2023, this results in an intern salary of 3,420.60 TL.
Child Development Internship Pay 2023
Pay for child development interns in 2023 is calculated from that year’s minimum wage using the same method. The resulting minimum monthly payment for 2023 is 3,420.60 TL.
Interns in child development programs may receive higher salaries depending on their host institution’s policies.
How Much Do Intern Lawyer Salaries Amount To?
Monthly payments for intern lawyers vary by law office. Research indicates the average intern lawyer salary can be around 6,970.55 TL, though actual amounts depend on each firm.
How Much Do Intern Doctor Salaries Amount To?
Intern doctors’ monthly payments are calculated based on civil servant salary coefficients and indicator numbers. In 2023, the intern doctor (intern) salary is set at 3,420.60 TL.
Intern AİM Officer Salary
Salaries for intern AİM officers span a wide range and are calculated considering various factors, which contributes to the popularity of the role. The actual intern AİM officer salary depends on these factors and may be higher than general intern minimums.
Intern Lawyer Salaries at Courthouses
Monthly payments for interns working at courthouses vary by the regional bar association. Generally, intern lawyer salaries range between 4,500 TL and 6,500 TL.
Intern Nurse Salaries 2023
Many nursing candidates ask about monthly pay for intern nurses. Payments for students from vocational schools are calculated from the minimum wage in the same way: the net minimum wage minus the tax exemption for minimum subsistence, with 30% of the result payable to interns. For 2023, this minimum is 3,420.60 TL.
Is It Mandatory to Pay Intern Students?
Payment obligations for student interns are regulated by law. Students enrolled in vocational training centers are required to complete internships, and host institutions must pay interns during the internship period.
If an institution fails to pay the legally required intern salary, students can file a lawsuit at the Civil Court of First Instance. If a court rules in the student’s favor, payments can be awarded retroactively for up to five years.
When Are 2023 Intern Salaries Paid?
The payment date for 2023 intern salaries depends on whether the internship is at a public or private institution.
Students doing mandatory internships at public institutions typically receive payments between the 15th and 20th of each month. If payment is not received by the 20th, students should contact the relevant unit at the institution.
Students interning at private sector workplaces are generally paid according to the employer’s payroll schedule, often between the 1st and 10th of the month, following the payments made to regular staff.
When Do University Intern Students Receive Their Pay?
University students’ internship payment dates vary by whether the host is a public institution or a private enterprise.
Public institutions process payroll starting on the 15th of the month and aim to complete payments by the 20th. This applies to interns as well. In private companies, intern pay schedules follow the company’s payroll procedures and are usually processed after regular staff salaries, often after the 10th.
How Much State Support Is There for Intern Salaries in 2023?
Many employers ask whether the state provides support for intern salaries in 2023. The government continues programs to support private firms that employ interns.
For 2023, state support for intern wages is structured as follows:
- Firms with fewer than 20 employees: state support equals two-thirds (2/3) of the net salary paid to interns.
- Firms with more than 20 employees: state support equals one-third (1/3) of the net salary paid to interns.
Are Intern Payments Reduced on Public Holidays?
Whether intern pay is reduced during public holidays is a common concern. According to regulations, interns whose duty days fall on official public holidays should not have their pay reduced for those days. However, if an intern voluntarily misses internship days, the employer may deduct pay for the missed days.
Are Intern Payments Cut During the 15-Day School Break?
Questions about pay reductions during the mid-term 15-day school break are common. These are official school holidays, and if an internship period overlaps with this break, it is not a valid reason for reducing intern pay. Interns continue to receive their payments during the 15-day break.

Does Internship Pay Count Toward Retirement?
The effect of intern pay on retirement is commonly researched by those who have completed or will complete mandatory internships.
Retirement eligibility requires meeting several conditions, the foremost being the payment of social security contributions. During internships, individuals generally receive only health coverage and employers do not make retirement premium payments on behalf of interns. Consequently, internship periods typically do not contribute toward retirement benefits.
What Is the SGK Code for Interns?
Many people search for the SGK (Social Security Institution) code used for interns when registering entries and exits. Employment starts and terminations must be reported to SGK. For interns, the code used at insurance registration to indicate intern status is “19”.
Which Grade Do Vocational High School Internships Start?
When internships begin in vocational high schools is a common question among students approaching the internship period. Under vocational high school rules, mandatory internships typically start in the final year. Students entering the final academic year begin their internship period to apply classroom theory in real work settings, usually starting in grade 12.
When Does High School Internship End?
High school internship end dates are legally aligned with the school year’s end. Considering university preparation schedules for final-year students, internships often conclude about one week before schools officially close.
How Much Is Deducted If a Student Misses Internship Days?
How much is deducted from an intern’s pay for missed days depends on the number of days absent and the daily rate established for the internship pay that year. Students who miss internship days by choice receive reduced payments proportionate to their absences.
Which Bank Will My Internship Pay Be Deposited In?
The bank where intern payments are deposited depends on the host institution. The institution informs students before the start of the internship which bank it uses. If a student already has an account with that bank, they can use it; otherwise, the institution will ask the student to open an account with the bank before salary disbursement.