The Engagement & Opportunity Development team (EOD) and Licensing Teams at UCSF Innovation Ventures spearhead technology commercialization for UCSF. EOD takes a market-first approach by identifying a product or products and defining potential market opportunities upfront.  The licensing team develops and manages the commercialization opportunities, identifying the appropriate industry partners and negotiating terms around licensing and equity.

 The EOD and Licensing Business Development Internship Program offers students and postdocs the opportunity to gain exposure to technology transfer, intellectual property and commercialization. This program offers the opportunity to gain exposure to market opportunity analysis, competitive landscape analysis, building go-to-market strategies for start-ups and identifying and negotiating with appropriate industry partners. Interns will get a real-world experience assisting with innovation development and the transition of technology from the bench to market. 

Specific tasks will include:

• Evaluation of new invention disclosures
• Engage with faculty and thought leaders
• Learn about intellectual property analysis
• Understand technology commercialization
• Develop marketing materials including non-confidential summaries & pitch decks
• Identify appropriate industry partners
• Understand aspects of licenses, term sheets, related agreements and negotiations
• Participate in additional entrepreneurial educational opportunities

Eligibility: Interns should be enrolled in or have completed a graduate-level program in life sciences, biomedical engineering or related fields, or business. Interns will sign a non-disclosure agreement prior to the internship.

Time commitment: 8-10 hrs/week for a minimum of 6 months

Interns benefit from close 1:1 mentorship and exposure to cutting-edge technology development at an institution world-renowned for it’s innovation.

Deadlines:

April 30 for a June 1 start date. Panel interviews will be held in the 2^nd week of May

Please send your resume and cover letter to: Lorraine.Johnson@ucsf.edu or Praneeti.Pathipati2@ucsf.edu

The Catalyst Internship provides an opportunity to be part of an innovative project team to learn about early translational research and the process of translating academic discoveries into products for patient benefit. The primary focus for Catalyst Summer Interns is to draft Target Product Profiles (TPPs) for the Catalyst Awardees. While creating the TPPs, interns will learn about important aspects of translating an idea into a project. Learn more and apply! 

Approximate commitment: 30-40 total hours over Summer. This allows for flexibility with respect to fitting in other activities and commitments (other internships, summer jobs, vacations, etc.). 

Catalyst Summer Interns will:

• Attend the workshops / seminars around TPPs and Innovation & Entrepreneurship in June, July, and August (exact dates TBD)
• Work with the Catalyst Awardee project teams to draft a TPP
• Deliver an investor-focused pitch using the TPP to the Catalyst Industry Advisor Committee
• Participate in other entrepreneurial education opportunities, fireside chats, etc.

To apply: Fill out the form below and upload your CV or resume.

Deadline: Friday, May 23, 2025 at 11:59 PM

For more information on the Catalyst Program, please visit http://catalyst.ucsf.edu

If you have any questions about the Catalyst Internship Program, please contact:
Roopa Ramamoorthi, PhD, PMP 
Director, Catalyst Program and Invent Find
roopa.ramamoorthi@ucsf.edu