Lab Operations Intern: Incubator Support & Events

ADP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Portal Innovations is seeking a detail-oriented Lab Ops intern for Fall 2026 at the UChicago Science Incubator in Hyde Park, Chicago. You will help coordinate lab resources and equipment, shadow diverse startup workflows, and contribute to equipment training materials for the incubator ecosystem.

You will support routine equipment upkeep, safety procedures, SOP postings, and the deployment of AI lab management tools to improve the member experience.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication and teamwork.
• 1–2 years of foundational science interest or experience.

Responsibilities

• Learn and support coordination and management of lab resources and equipment for startup teams.
• Assist with routine maintenance of incubators; support safety and organization protocols and audits.
• Help standardize lab SOP postings and communicate updates to members.
• Assist with the deployment of AI lab management tools to improve the member experience.
• Partner with the Member Experience team to develop programming and summer events at the incubator.
• Support on-site events like lunch and learns, workshops, networking events, and community programming.
• Collaborate with the on-site team to promote programs reflecting the incubator culture.
• Assist with general administrative tasks and day-to-day operations of a collaborative workspace.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Portal Innovations is seeking a detail-oriented Lab Ops intern for Fall 2026 at the UChicago Science Incubator in Hyde Park, Chicago. You will help coordinate lab resources and equipment, shadow diverse startup workflows, and contribute to equipment training materials for the incubator ecosystem.

You will support routine equipment upkeep, safety procedures, SOP postings, and the deployment of AI lab management tools to improve the member experience.