Click to Apply for UTRF Internship
Application Deadline:
February 15, 2017
Start Date:
March 1, 2017
For more information, please contact:
Dr. Lakita Cavin
901-448-7825
lcavin@uthsc.edu
Description of UTHSC Internship Role
- Screening and evaluating new technology disclosed by UT faculty and staff to determine a technology’s commercial potential.
Applicant Qualifications
- Graduate students, professional school students, or postdoctoral fellows.
(Students must be 3rd year or beyond.) - All applicants must have the written approval of their advisor/PI.
Skill Set
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced research capabilities (not just Google)
- Analytical and critical thinking
Responsibilities
- Participate in inventor interviews
- Intellectual property analysis
- Market and industry analysis
- Development of marketing materials
- Targeted Marketing
Application Materials
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- Cover letter expressing interest in the position
- Letter of approval from advisor
Commitment
- 8-10 hrs/wk for 6 months
Compensation
- $15/hour paid as an offset of grant funds, not as additional payment to intern.