Student Internship Position Summary
The Student Internship at the Office for Innovation & Commercialization (OIC) allows the participant to learn about the field of Technology/Knowledge Transfer. The intern will have the opportunity to work with OIC staff, attend high-level meetings, and interact with researchers/innovators, start-ups/business leaders and administrators, and other interns. The ideal candidate is someone who would like to get a better understanding of how business, law, and high-level scientific research interact. The position reports to the OIC Director and staff.
This intern will learn about and support intellectual property protection and commercialization activities for new technologies. The intern may be able to gain a combination of experiences, including
- Prior Art Research and patentability assessments for new technologies
- Preparation of confidential/non-confidential summaries of new technologies
- Conduct market research and analysis, identifying potential licensees, and develop marketing strategies for new technologies
- Build industry contact lists and implement direct & social media marketing campaigns (email engagement, media posts, digital & print design, filming/editing video)
- Participate in internal speaking engagements
- Other special projects as assigned
Preferred candidates should have a background, or combination of, the following: engineering, biology/life-sciences, chemistry, physics, computer science, business, information systems, technology, marketing, law, or public administration. Candidates should be a graduate student or accepted/enrolled in a graduate program. Experience working in a professional office is preferred. Candidates should be responsible, reliable, have computer skills, organization skills, and have attention to detail.
Eligibility
Currently enrolled Law, Business, Communication & Information Sciences, and 4th year – STEM Path to MBA graduate students
Selection
Interest in technology transfer, research and innovation, business development, and entrepreneurship. Commitment and availability full-time during the summer semester and 10 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. Approval of an advisor may be required.
Compensation
This is a paid internship program.
Application Process
Complete the application form online. Attach a resume and cover letter. Apply Now. Application will close February 1, 2024. Screened applicants will be invited to a hybrid interview session as soon as possible. Applicants selected will be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement. Attend learning sessions offered. Start date anticipated to be May 13, 2024.