Hourly Pooled - Technology Transfer Office Intern

University of Wyoming • Laramie, NY

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Our Campus Community! Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vision, and values. If your expertise and experience align with the goals of our institution, we would be thrilled to hear from you. We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our vibrant campus community today! At the University of Wyoming , we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. JOB PURPOSE: Interns will assist in the promotion in the utilization and commercialization of the University’s research outcomes and activities. More specifically, interns will assist in the following areas: (1) assessment and analysis of new technologies, (2) development of cost-effective intellectual property protection strategies, (3) identification of specific markets and market niches related to these commercialization opportunities; (4) develop marketing materials, (5) develop effective social media strategies to promote the technology transfer activities of the university, and (6) negotiation of various research promotion and commercialization agreements. JFNTMP ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Learning Objectives: Working knowledge of federal, state and institutional technology transfer policies Forms of IP Protection The US patent process How to assess new intellectual property disclosures Patent search strategies and analysis Intellectual property marketing principles Using social media and Web resources to promote technology transfer Developing “elevator pitches” and marketing materials Types of intellectual property agreements Developing licensing strategies Option and License agreements; anatomy of such agreements; extracting value Implementing a Patent Cooperation Treaty strategy Negotiation skills Creating start-up companies Licensing support activities; compliance; databases Ethics

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a University of Wyoming BA/BS degree program
• Preferred majors/degrees: marketing, business, technical/STEM, legal, communications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Creative skills
• Knowledge of Web and social media
• MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel (preferred)
• Applicants will be expected to submit a written narrative

Nice To Haves

• Currently enrolled in a University of Wyoming MS/MA/MBA/JD or BS/BA degree with a minimum of 90 hours towards a BA/BS degree
• Preferred majors/degrees: marketing, business, technical/STEM, legal, communications

Responsibilities

• assessment and analysis of new technologies
• development of cost-effective intellectual property protection strategies
• identification of specific markets and market niches related to these commercialization opportunities
• develop marketing materials
• develop effective social media strategies to promote the technology transfer activities of the university
• negotiation of various research promotion and commercialization agreements

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed