Deadline to Apply: Monday, September 29, 2025 (Read on for full details and link to apply)

 

About:

The Harvard Grid was founded to support the entrepreneurial efforts of scientists and engineers at Harvard. The Grid helps launch innovative ideas from Harvard into the markets to create a big impact in the world. It employs many methods to do so, including events, advising, funding, mentorship, and more.

 

With many facets of activity already underway and much more planned, the Grid seeks to provide an undergraduate student experience focused on the translation of science and engineering research at Harvard. SEVI 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.

 

SEVI 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 are sample SEVI 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

• Grid organization, management, and administration activities

 

Commitment and Compensation:

• Open to undergraduate SEAS concentrators (must be a second year or above to qualify)

• Anticipated approximately 5 hours per week for the duration of the 2025-2026 academic year

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

• Compensation: $18 per hour

 

For the cohort, applications are due by September 29, 2025, and about 1-2 SEVI Interns will become the SEVI Intern cohort for the 2025-2026 academic year. Activities may extend into summer months if interest and support continuity from both the Grid and any SEVI 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 - October 3, 2025  - must be available until May 10, 2026

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. 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. $18/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. Deadline for applying

    1. Sept. 29, 2025

11. 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.