Sponsored Programs Intern

Job Description

About the company

Colorado State University (CSU) is a land-grant Carnegie Class Doctoral/Research-Extensive University founded in 1870. It is experiencing aggressive growth in faculty recruitment, student enrollment (approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students), and research expenditures, with annual research expenditures totaling more than $570 million in 2025. CSU boasts research productivity per tenure-track faculty member among the highest in the country within like universities.

The specific department offering this position is CSU’s Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP). The OSP serves as the primary coordinating and managerial office for all externally funded activities of a contractual nature at the university. Its responsibilities encompass the full spectrum of research administration, from initial proposal review and submission through to final invoicing and project close-out.

CSU is located in Fort Collins, CO, a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents. Situated an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins offers the convenience of a small town alongside the amenities of a larger city. Its location on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains provides stunning views of 14,000-foot peaks and offers abundant access to various cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

Job Description

This is a Sponsored Programs Intern position within Colorado State University’s Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP). It is classified as a Temporary Hourly role, with work hours ranging from 0-40 per week and is Overtime Eligible. The position is located in Fort Collins, CO 80523, and qualifies for hybrid or remote work.

This internship opportunity is designed to provide comprehensive exposure to different areas of sponsored programs. The intern will gain direct experience with multiple types of sponsored programs, specifically focusing on:
• Proposals
• Accounting
• Invoicing
• Project close-out

The minimum qualification for this position is a Bachelor’s Degree. A Bachelor of Science in Business Administration is preferred.

The internship offers a salary of $16 per hour. As an employee of Colorado State University, the intern will be part of a thriving community and benefit from a robust benefits package, a collaborative atmosphere, and a focus on work-life balance. Detailed information regarding benefits, additional perks, a compensation calculator, and reasons why Fort Collins is highly ranked as a place to live are available.

The application close date for this position is August 30, 2025. Applicants are required to submit a Resume and provide 1-3 references. CSU is committed to full inclusion and provides accommodations for the search process if needed. Background checks will be conducted for finalists before a final offer, and CSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.