Business Services Intern — Grants, Procurement & Admin

California Institute of Technology; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 24,435 - 34,801; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hands-on experience

Opportunity for professional development

Job summary

The California Institute of Technology is seeking a Business Services Intern at the LIGO Hanford Observatory in Richland, WA. This role offers business students hands-on experience across various functions, such as grants management, finance, and procurement. Interns will work flexible hours, up to 20 per week, enhancing skills in a professional setting.

Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate program and have strong communication abilities. This internship is a great opportunity to engage with operational tasks in a research environment while contributing to impactful projects in gravitational-wave astrophysics.

Qualifications

• Ability to physically work at the LIGO Hanford Observatory.
• Reliable transportation to travel to the Observatory location.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A high degree of organization and attention to detail.
• Eager to learn and capable of working autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to BSO team members.
• Assist with data entry and maintenance of digital records.
• Support grants management activities.
• Assist with procurement tasks and operations.
• Generate reports and compile data.

Skills

Time management and prioritization

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork and collaboration

Attention to detail and accuracy

Problem-solving in a professional context

Education

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in business, finance, public administration, supply chain management or similar field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

MS Office Suite

Business software and database platforms

DASH360

Oracle

Job description

The California Institute of Technology is seeking a Business Services Intern at the LIGO Hanford Observatory in Richland, WA. This role offers business students hands-on experience across various functions, such as grants management, finance, and procurement. Interns will work flexible hours, up to 20 per week, enhancing skills in a professional setting.

Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate program and have strong communication abilities. This internship is a great opportunity to engage with operational tasks in a research environment while contributing to impactful projects in gravitational-wave astrophysics.