Explore Rewarding Careers Away from the Lab
The UTRF internship program is a hands-on opportunity to explore new innovations being developed at UT and to understand the transition from research to a commercial product. Our interns work closely with UTRF’s licensing staff to provide support for innovation assessments while obtaining valuable experience in preparation for careers that merge science with business development, entrepreneurship, and law.
Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent U.S. residents.
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- Description and Requirements
- UTRF Internship Opportunities Webinar
- Applications for 2022 internships are now closed.
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.