Innovation Partnerships Intern

Jobtailor; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a part-time graduate student intern to perform primary and secondary research on NY-based startup support organizations. You will generate reports and presentations with actionable recommendations to connect startups with academic partners and enhance R&D collaborations.

The role emphasizes independent market research, data interpretation, and strong written/output skills. Flexible scheduling aligns with university commitments and NYC-area opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current, full-time graduate student at an accredited college.
• Ability to work Fall semester and at least one additional semester.
• Must be located in New York State while working.
• Resume required; cover letter optional.

Responsibilities

• Perform primary and secondary research on NY organizations supporting startups.
• Generate reports, briefings, and presentations with recommendations for connecting startups with academic partners.
• Identify gaps in the innovation partnerships ecosystem and provide actionable insights.
• Assist with planning and executing workshops, roundtables, and events.
• Perform other assigned responsibilities.

Skills

Market Research

Analytical Skills

Presentation Development

Time Management

Judgment

Strong Work Ethic

Education

Graduate student (full-time)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform primary and secondary research on organizations supporting innovative start-up companies in New York State
• Generate reports, briefings, and presentations with recommendations for connecting start-ups and entrepreneurial ecosystem participants with academic partners to advance R&D
• Generate reports, briefings, and presentations recommending ways to address gaps in the innovation partnerships ecosystem
• Assist with planning and executing workshops, roundtables, event sponsorships, program design, and contractual relationships
• Perform other assigned responsibilities

Work up to 18.5 hours per week during the semester and up to 37.5 hours per week between semesters when not attending classes

Requirements

• Current, full-time graduate student at an accredited college
• Ability to work during the Fall Semester and at least one additional semester
• Must be located in New York State while working
• Demonstrated ability to perform independent market, partnerships, and technical research using primary and secondary sources
• Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to interpret data and provide sound recommendations
• Excellent skills with Microsoft Office suite programs
• Ability to manage multiple activities, deliver commitments, and operate with speed, accuracy, and strong judgment
• Strong work ethic
• Knowledge, experience, or coursework related to innovative clean energy technologies and trends, entrepreneurship, and research institutions
• Resume required; cover letter optional

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong analytical skills and the ability to conduct independent market and technical research, particularly in the context of innovative clean energy technologies and entrepreneurship. Proficient in generating reports and presentations that provide actionable recommendations for enhancing innovation partnerships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Independent Market Research
• Analytical Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Event Planning
• Knowledge of Clean Energy Technologies

Hard Skills

• Market Research
• Technical Research
• Data Interpretation
• Report Generation
• Presentation Development

Soft Skills

• Strong Work Ethic
• Time Management
• Judgment

Industry Keywords

• Entrepreneurship
• Innovation Partnerships
• R&D
• Clean Energy Technologies
• New York State