Summer Associates

• Student Type: Undergrad or graduate student
• Hiring manager: Jennifer Beecham

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Summer Associate to support our work in two key areas:

• Portfolio Impact Assessment: Collecting data and synthesizing highlights from the achievements of our current portfolio companies to showcase their progress and impact.
• Bridge Funding Resource Development: Creating a structured database, calendar, and resource guide to support therapeutics startups applying for bridge funding opportunities.
• This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in life sciences, venture funding, and startup strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze data on awardee milestones, scientific advancements, and progress to commercialization from the university.
• Develop clear, compelling summaries of achievements to support internal reporting and external communications.
• Research and compile a comprehensive list of bridge funding opportunities for therapeutics startups, including grant programs, non-dilutive funding sources, and investor-led initiatives.
• Organize a structured database and calendar to track deadlines, eligibility requirements, and application resources. 

Student Type: Undergrad or graduate student

Hiring Manager: Janie Merkel

Description: Join Our Team as a Summer Associate! Are you a resourceful, data-driven, and talented communicator? The Corporate Strategy & Engagement Office (CSEO) at Yale University is looking for an individual to join our team.

Who We Are: CSEO builds partnerships with top corporations in fields like life sciences, health, climate, engineering, AI, economics and social sciences to further Yale’s research, education, and clinical missions.

What You'll Do:

• Research: Investigate industries, companies, and stakeholders in areas of high strategic alignment. Identify key individuals with Yale connections. Study peer institutions' engagement models to find best practices for Yale.
• Data Analysis: Evaluate data to uncover insights and opportunities. Present your findings through white papers, PowerPoint presentations, and leadership updates.
• Event Planning and Meeting Preparation: Organize and manage events, handling logistics from food and venue to audiovisual and attendee preparations. Prepare briefings and background information for Yale and industry attendees.  

What You Bring:

• Organizational Mastery: You have a knack for juggling multiple tasks with precision, ensuring that no detail is overlooked.
• Exceptional Communication: Your verbal and written communication skills are top-notch, allowing you to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders. Experience with PowerPoint or other visual media is preferred.  
• Tech-Savvy: You’re comfortable with Microsoft Office software and eager to learn new tools, enhancing your ability to contribute to our mission.
• Proactive Problem Solver: You don’t just spot potential issues—you anticipate them and develop proactive solutions.
• Collaborative Spirit: Whether working independently or as part of a team, you’re a true team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Why You'll Love It:

• Make meaningful connections with Yale Ventures, Yale teams and industry counterparts.  
• Develop a diverse skill set in corporate strategy and engagement.
• Contribute to Yale’s impactful missions in research and education.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to be a part of our vibrant team this summer! 

Student Type: Undergrad or graduate student

Hiring Manager: Susan Carr  

Student Type: Undergrad or graduate student

Hiring Manager: Amy Kundrat, Director of Innovation Community

Yale Ventures is seeking a highly motivated and creative Innovation Community Associate to support our marketing and communications efforts, helping to amplify the stories and impact of Yale’s innovation ecosystem. This role offers an opportunity to engage with entrepreneurs, researchers, and industry leaders while gaining hands-on experience in digital marketing, storytelling, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Storytelling & Content Creation

• Develop, write, and edit compelling content that showcases the people, places, and breakthroughs within Yale’s innovation community.
• Create engaging stories, social media posts, and website content that bring the Yale Ventures ecosystem to life.

Community Engagement & Events

• Support the planning, promotion, and execution of events across Yale, New Haven, and Connecticut’s broader innovation landscape.
• Track and curate event listings from Yale and partner organizations, ensuring visibility on Yale Ventures channels.

Data & Insights

• Analyze community engagement metrics across digital and in-person platforms to assess impact and inform strategy.
• Provide insights on social media performance and audience growth.

Annual Report & Special Projects

• Assist in collecting and analyzing data for the Yale Ventures Annual Report, helping to highlight key achievements and trends.
• Support special projects that strengthen Yale’s innovation ecosystem.

Who You Are:

A strong communicator with excellent writing and editing skills.

Experienced in digital marketing, including social media strategy and content creation.

Passionate about entrepreneurship, technology, and the power of storytelling.

Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

This is a summer internship opportunity ideal for students or early-career professionals interested in marketing, innovation ecosystems, and community building. 

Preferred candidates: MBA students or students with management consulting experience.

Yale Ventures is seeking a highly motivated Intern to support the Investor Network team, led by Anida Kulla, Director of Investor Network. This role is ideal for students interested in venture capital, startups, and early-stage investing.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research on early-stage investors, venture capital firms, and funding trends.
• Assist in organizing investor events, meetings, and pitch sessions.
• Support faculty founders by gathering and summarizing investor resources.
• Maintain and update investor databases and CRM systems.
• Help prepare reports, presentations, and communications for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide general administrative support for the Investor Network team.

Qualifications:

• Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Interest in startups, venture capital, and university spinouts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Excel, and database tools (preferred).

This internship provides hands-on experience in venture capital networking and startup fundraising within a top-tier university innovation ecosystem. 

• Must be a Yale affiliate: undergraduate or graduate student
• This is a part-time, up to 20 hours per week role
• Hiring Manager: Subhashree Sunder, IP Funding Compliance Manager  
• Summer with potential for academic year

The summer associate will assist with compliance reporting on invention disclosures and patent documents to federal funding agencies. This involves data management in Salesforce, evaluating data accuracy and preparing reporting documents for federal agencies under the guidance of IP compliance manager.  No prior knowledge of patent law or federal regulations is expected but the position will provide an opportunity to learn.  Required Skills: MS Office, web data searches, attention to detail and time management. Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat and Airtable is desired.  

The Summer Associate for the Roberts Innovation Fund in Yale Ventures will play a vital role in advancing the university's breakthrough innovations from the Yale School of Engineering & Applied Science into the market. This position is tailored for a student currently enrolled at Yale, providing them with a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between academia and industry.  

The Summer Associate will work closely with external industry experts within Yale Ventures’ Entrepreneur-in-Residence program, gaining valuable mentorship and hands-on experience in lab-to-market activities and customer discovery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Customer Discovery: Collaborate with the Yale Ventures team to identify potential customers and market opportunities for university-developed technologies. Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to assess the commercial viability of innovations.
• Market Strategy: Assist in the development of market entry strategies, including market segmentation, competitive analysis, and pricing strategies. Contribute to the creation of comprehensive business plans.
• Mentorship: Engage with industry experts and mentors who will provide guidance and insights into entrepreneurship, technology commercialization, and business development. Leverage their expertise to refine ideas and strategies.
• Technology Assessment: Learn more about the technical feasibility and intellectual property considerations of university technologies.  
• Project Management: Effectively manage and prioritize tasks related to customer discovery projects. Maintain organized records and document findings for future reference.
• Reporting: Provide regular updates and reports on progress to Yale Ventures team and university stakeholders. Present findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner.  

Student Type: Undergrad or graduate student  

Hiring Manager: Shannon Anderson, Jordan Wesel

We are seeking a highly motivated, thoughtful, collaborative individual to join us as a summer associate. The Technology Transfer Intern will have an opportunity to work directly with the Yale Ventures IP & Licensing team as we support Yale Faculty in commercializing their innovations. The Technology Transfer Intern should have demonstrated interest in the translational impact of scientific research, technology commercialization, and entrepreneurship activities.

• Conduct market research
• Assess technology readiness and competitive landscape
• Research potential funding or partnership opportunities
• Participate in inventor meetings
• Assist in pitch deck development
• Prepare marketing materials

Time commitment: This position is up to 12 hours per week 

Student Type: Graduate student  

Hiring Manager: Min Kim

Yale Venture Lab helps to accelerate Yale faculty ventures that have already established proof-of-concept. Working across six major themes (Therapeutics, Medtech, Digital Healthcare, Data Science, High Tech, and Climate Tech), faculty innovators work with small teams of experts (Yale EIRs) drawn from industry and the investment world to refine their research and explore applications with market potential.

Venture Lab Associates are Yale MBA, MPH, PhD, or MD students who work with faculty to advance science validation, conduct market research, engage in early customer development, and substantiate market potential. The associates will be well-versed in emerging trends and technologies in the venture capital industry, and have a keen interest in, or background in the six areas of research that we support. Candidates must be extremely organized, possess excellent communication skills, and capable of interacting with a wide range of domain experts. Venture Lab associates will gain first-hand exposure to entrepreneurship and venture development, and work closely with world class faculty, executives, start-up founders, and investors. 

Hiring Manager: Al Green, CEO of QuantumCT

QuantumCT is seeking a highly motivated recent graduate with a background in physics or natural sciences for the summer to support our efforts in accelerating the adoption of quantum technologies in Connecticut and beyond. QuantumCT is a public-private partnership dedicated to positioning Connecticut as a leader in the next quantum revolution. We are committed to driving economic expansion, technological leadership, and societal impact through quantum innovation.

Responsibilities 

• Support program initiatives, including industry partnerships, events, and outreach efforts. 
• Assist in developing reports, presentations, and content that communicate QuantumCT’s impact. 
• Engage with academic, industry, and government stakeholders to foster collaboration. 
• Contribute to strategic projects that strengthen Connecticut’s quantum ecosystem. 

Qualifications 

• Recent graduate with a degree in physics, natural sciences, or a related field. 
• Strong analytical and research skills with an interest in quantum technology. 
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills. 
• Ability to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.