*The Innovation Internship application window has ended and will reopen for the next academic year in September 2025.*

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About:

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The Harvard Grid was founded to partner with faculty and graduate students to help translate applied science and engineering research from labs out to markets for big impact. It employs many methods to do so, including Grid Acceleration grants, Start-up Bootcamps, fellowships, regular and special events, and much more.  

 

With many facets of activity already underway and much more planned, the Grid seeks to also provide an educational experience focused on the translation of science and engineering research at Harvard. Innovation interns are undergraduate SEAS concentrators who have an interest in entrepreneurship and who will learn by doing, contributing their intellectual and organizational wherewithal to build, promote, execute, and communicate Grid endeavors.

 

Innovation interns will be exposed to many facets of tough tech translation through active evaluation, planning, and execution translation activities promulgated by the Grid. For example, the following is a sample project areas: 

• Ambassadorship, promotion, and communications throughout the rest of Harvard with the goal of building a stronger presence and sense of community across the Harvard venturing community

• Coordination and collaboration with SEAS student clubs

• Design, execution, and evaluation of Grid initiatives such as undergrad programs and accelerator-like programs

• Business model, strategy, and/or validation support for Grid Accelerator grant recipients

• Grid organization, management, and administration activities

 

Innovation interns gain valuable, hands-on experience focused on the translation of tough tech ideas into ventures; networking opportunities with Grid partners, guests, and other venturers@Harvard; experience developing and implementing projects and events on behalf of the Grid; developing research concepts into workable business models and other project-specific consulting; mentoring and support from Grid, i-Lab, TECH, and other entrepreneurship staff; and exposure to myriad resources, people, and opportunities related to building, funding, and growing tech ventures. 

 

Commitment and Compensation:

• Open to undergraduate SEAS concentrators

• Anticipated approximately 5 hours per week for the duration of the 2023-2024 academic year

• Biweekly meetings with Harvard Grid staff and fellow Venturing Intern cohort

• Compensation: $23 per hour

 

For the inaugural cohort, applications are due by September 22, 2023, and about 3-4 Innovation Interns will become the Innovation Intern cohort for the 2023-2024 academic year. Activities may extend into summer months if interest and support continuity from both the Grid and any Innovation intern exists. 

 

Job Specifications:

1. Position title and classification

   1. Paid Intern 

2. Starting date of the position and, if known, the termination date for the position:

   1. Fall: latest start - September 30, 2024  - (flexible to run through the summer), must be available until May 10, 2023

3. Supervisor and/or supervisory unit

   1. Sally Klimp, Program Manager, Harvard Grid

4. Brief description of the required duties

   1. Ambassadorship, promotion, and communications throughout the rest of Harvard with the goal of building a stronger presence and sense of community across the Harvard venturing community

   2. Coordination and collaboration with SEAS student clubs

   3. Design, execution, and evaluation of Grid initiatives such as undergrad programs and accelerator-like programs

   4. Business model, strategy, and/or validation support for Grid Accelerator grant recipients

   5. Grid organization, management, and administration activities

5. Basic and preferred qualifications

   1. Good knowledge of Harvard student engagement, activities, and clubs, enthusiasm for working with the Harvard venturing community, commitment to fostering an innovative and inclusive SEAS student community.

6. Work location

   1. Allston or online (must be available in person for bi-weekly cohort meetings in the SEC)

7. Compensation 

   1. $23/hour for actual hours worked

   2. No benefits (strictly hourly pay)

   3. Paid bi-weekly

8. Expected work schedule

   1. Must submit weekly timesheets

   2. Anticipated work of an equivalent average of 5 hours/week maximum over a term 

9. The position is covered by the HGSU-Harvard collective bargaining agreement if filled by a Harvard student. 

10. Information about how to apply for the position
    Application Portal Opens again next Fall

11. Deadline for applying

    1. Sept. 22, 2024

12. Statement on non-discrimination:
    SEAS is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment. Some of our core values include respect for all, serving the greater good, and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.  We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.