Invent Penn State Database Management Intern
The Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA, United States
Position Overview
The Office of Entrepreneurship & Commercialization (OEC) is actively seeking an intern for Spring and Summer 2026 on a part‑time basis. The intern will report directly to the Business Systems Analyst and provide essential support for various entrepreneurship initiatives and data collection on the Salesforce platform within the Invent Penn State framework. Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to OEC programs, including the LaunchBox, Innovation Network, Startup Leadership Network, Research Commercialization, and Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Programs. Collect, migrate, and maintain program data in Salesforce. Conduct online research to support program planning and execution. Utilize Microsoft 365 Suite and Salesforce for day‑to‑day tasks. Collaborate with team members and external stakeholders to meet project deadlines. Qualifications
Self‑starting spirit with an entrepreneurial mindset. Experience with or eagerness to learn Salesforce CRM and project management tools. Strong attention to detail, process orientation, and problem‑solving abilities. Curiosity and the ability to question and contribute insights. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and within a team. Adherence to deadlines and a flexible approach to tasks. Compensation & Benefits
Compensation for this position is $17.00 per hour. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, a current resume, and one academic or professional reference. The position is in‑person, with the potential to work a few remote hours each week. EEO Statement
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Background Check Requirement
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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The Office of Entrepreneurship & Commercialization (OEC) is actively seeking an intern for Spring and Summer 2026 on a part‑time basis. The intern will report directly to the Business Systems Analyst and provide essential support for various entrepreneurship initiatives and data collection on the Salesforce platform within the Invent Penn State framework. Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to OEC programs, including the LaunchBox, Innovation Network, Startup Leadership Network, Research Commercialization, and Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Programs. Collect, migrate, and maintain program data in Salesforce. Conduct online research to support program planning and execution. Utilize Microsoft 365 Suite and Salesforce for day‑to‑day tasks. Collaborate with team members and external stakeholders to meet project deadlines. Qualifications
Self‑starting spirit with an entrepreneurial mindset. Experience with or eagerness to learn Salesforce CRM and project management tools. Strong attention to detail, process orientation, and problem‑solving abilities. Curiosity and the ability to question and contribute insights. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and within a team. Adherence to deadlines and a flexible approach to tasks. Compensation & Benefits
Compensation for this position is $17.00 per hour. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, a current resume, and one academic or professional reference. The position is in‑person, with the potential to work a few remote hours each week. EEO Statement
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Background Check Requirement
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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