<prompt> Human: As the title suggests, I will be spending next summer with a company I would like to go full-time with. I interned this past summer with them as well, but didnt contribute to the 401K. I am thinking contributing, besides the obvious financial benefits, would also show them I am financially smart and responsible with my money. However I am a bit confused on the repercussions of having a small amount Im not sure what they match yet, but it probably wouldnt be over 1000 from the internship would work if I went with another company. So what are your guys thoughts on an intern having a 401K? thanks!  <response>: Honestly, 3 months of contributions on an intern paycheck wont amount to much, and many 401k plans will just immediately close your account and cut you a check if you terminate with 1,000 in your account. I wouldnt bother until you got hired on a more permanent basis. Throw it into an IRA or Roth IRA instead.Your hiring manager really shouldnt have any visibility of your 401k activity. 