Research Intern

Job Description

Research Intern | Georgia Institute of Technology

The Tone:
This is an internship at Georgia Institute of Technology, located in Atlanta, GA. Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university serving over 45,000 students and attracting over $1.4 billion in research awards annually, focused on advancing technology and improving the human condition. This role contributes to projects and programs within the Research IT Department, aligning with Georgia Tech’s institutional values of academic excellence, inquiry, innovation, and ethical stewardship.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person, Atlanta, GA
• Team: GTRI – Research IT Department, reporting under direct supervision.
• Mission: To contribute to specific projects and/or programs, working across diverse fields to support the department’s research goals.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Project Contribution: Contribute to ongoing projects and/or programs specific to the hiring department.
• Interdisciplinary Work: Engage with diverse fields related to your academic background or areas of interest.
• Work Environment: Perform duties in various settings, which may include laboratory environments, field sites, or office spaces.
• Stakeholder Interaction: Consistently interact with unit management, staff, faculty, and students.
• Safety Compliance: Complete necessary safety training as a prerequisite for project participation when required.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Enrollment in a course of study relevant to research projects or other specified areas of interest.
• Experience: No specific prior work experience is required, as the role involves direct supervision.
• Skills: Ability to contribute effectively to projects, adaptability to work in diverse settings, and strong interpersonal communication skills for interacting with various community members.