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The SPRINT internships will offer a wide variety of opportunities in both emerging and established companies across the life-science industry in Connecticut. Internships available will span across scientific, commercial, finance, and administrative functions and all applicants will be eligible to participate in skill workshops.
Undergraduate and Graduate
Accounting Intern
HEOR Intern
Material and Analytical Sciences Co-Op
NBE PK Bioanalytical Summer Internship
Office of the CEO Intern
Venture Team Intern – AI/Q Technology
Venture Team Intern – Climate Tech Fund
Venture Team Intern – Future Fund
Venture Team Intern – Human Capital Services
Venture Team Intern – Technology Fund
Venture Team Intern – Venture Debt
Graduate
Material and Analytical Sciences Co-Op
NBE PK/PD Modeling Summer Intern
Venture Team Intern – Bioscience Innovation
Undergraduate Student Postings
Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT
Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.
Marketing Team Internship
We are currently seeking an intern to join our team during the summer of 2026. Candidates should be currently in a bachelor’s degree program that is determined to be appropriate preparation for employment in the marketing field and have demonstrated experience in marketing/communications through their coursework, prior internships, work experience and/or extracurricular activities.
Responsibilities
- Bring CI’s programs and services to life through creative marketing and communications support
- Help execute marketing campaigns and communications plans that connect with entrepreneurs and partners across Connecticut
- Draft engaging content for email newsletters, internal staff updates, and digital displays throughout the office
- Keep our website fresh and up to date – from writing new posts to uploading updates in WordPress
- Jump in on social media – monitor activity, brainstorm content, and help execute posts that showcase CI’s impact
- Support the planning and execution of CI events, from logistics to on-the-ground coordination
- Proofread, edit, and make sure our messaging shines everywhere it appears
- Dive into marketing research and data analytics to help guide CI’s outreach strategies
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field, with hands-on experience in marketing through class projects, coursework, or campus activities
- Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
- Based in or studying in Connecticut
- Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven
Skills & Competencies
- Passionate about startups and community building
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable
- Highly organized with strong follow-through
- Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor
The CI Intern Experience
As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
- Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
- Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
- Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
- Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
- Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
- Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
- Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
- Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag
Undergraduate and Graduate Opportunities
Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT
Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.
Join CI’s Accounting Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
At CI, finance is front and center to what we do. It informs every investment we make and every dollar of capital we receive. It allows us to report on and evaluate our performance over time. And it turns insights into action by helping our team make informed decisions.
In this role, you’ll get to put your fingerprint on all facets of finance – from capital allocation and planning, to reporting and analysis, due diligence and investment management, accounting, and capital markets.
Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Support financial planning and budget management functions for operating companies including monitoring and analyzing results against budget and preparation of financial outlooks and financial forecasts.
- Help prepare monthly board and lender reporting packages.
Capital Allocation and Long-term Planning
- Support the annual budgeting process across CI. This includes working with CI investors to model out projections and valuations, and the consolidation of our portfolio companies’ forecasts for board approval.
Trusted Finance Partner to Leadership
- Work with CI leadership to interpret key operational performance drivers and growth trends.
Capital Sourcing
- Play an integral role in capital needs to fuel our investments, cash management, and equity recapitalization events
Accounting
- Help evaluate the financial and impact performance of investments against their objectives and their competitive landscape.
- Support the accurate and timely creation and dissemination of financial management reports including, but not limited to, internal and external financial statements, reconciliations of accounts and performance reports.
- Support the cash management process including oversight for capital calls, capital expenditures, borrowing and lending activities and accounts payable (including signing of checks).
Qualifications
- Current MBA or undergraduate student studying finance, accounting, economics, business administration, or a related field
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and identify key trends
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with financial modeling and forecasting techniques is a plus
- Demonstrated interest in venture capital, private equity, or corporate finance; experience in financial analysis, accounting, or investment-related coursework preferred
- Based in or studying in Connecticut
- Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven
Skills & Competencies
- Passionate about startups and community building
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Ability to present financial insights clearly and concisely
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable
- Highly organized with strong follow-through
- Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor
The CI Intern Experience
As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
- Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
- Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
- Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
- Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
- Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
- Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
- Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
- Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag
Boehringer Ingelheim | Ridgefield, CT
Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative co-op to join our Computational Innovation department. As a co-op, you will contribute to data analysis that will help us discover new therapies for immune diseases. You will explore multiomics integration and AI approaches to assist with the analysis and integration of large multi-omics datasets to improve our understanding of disease mechanisms and to identify potential novel targets that may lead to the development of better treatments.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies’ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim’s high regard for our employees
Duties & Responsibilities
• Strong scientific understanding and experience in bioinformatics
• Experience in Immunological disease a plus
• Design, implement and/or deploy NGS data analysis workflows for data processing, visualization, integration and mining to support novel therapeutic target identification
o Data Analysis: Implement methods for omics data analysis, interpretation of genomic data sets, and application of machine learning and deep learning algorithms
o Data Mining: Internal, collaborative, and public databases to assist in the characterization of Immune disease
Requirements
• Must be a current undergraduate, graduate or advanced degree student in good academic standing.
• Student must be enrolled at an accredited college or university for the duration of the co-op.
• Overall cumulative minimum GPA from last completed quarter/semester 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferred.
• Major or minor in related field of co-op.
• Undergraduate students must have completed at least 12 credit hours at current college or university.
• Graduate and advanced degree students must have completed at least 9 credit hours at current college or university.
Desired Experience, Skills and Abilities:
• Experience programming in R and Python, including the ability to write your own scripts
• Experience with scRNAseq, spatial transcriptomics, and AI algorithms
• Completed coursework in computational biology, especially molecular biology or bioinformatics
• Experience with Unix/command line tools is a plus
• Experience dealing with large amounts of data desirable
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good work ethic, ability to think creatively, and enjoyment of problem solving
Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
Compensation Data
This position offers an hourly rate of $20 to $33 commensurate to the level of degree program in which an applicant is actively enrolled. For an overview of our benefits please click here.
Health Economics Outcomes Research Intern
Boehringer Ingelheim | Ridgefield, CT
Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative intern to join our Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) Value Demonstration Team. As an intern, you will learn how HEOR operates within the pharmaceutical industry and supports the business goals of the company.
The intern will be deeply involved with the HEOR team, playing a crucial role in understanding and shaping the value proposition of our interstitial lung disease and oncology products, as well as their pipelines. The intern will work cross-functionally, collaborating with medical, value and access, epidemiology, and real-world evidence teams to design and implement health economic models and outcomes research studies. Through direct experience and mentorship, the intern will gain profound insights into the essential role of HEOR in formulating market access strategies. The internship will take place in-person at Boehringer’s office in Ridgefield, CT.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunities for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and the chance to directly contribute to the company’s success. We recognize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in various ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefits programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim’s high regard for our employees.
Duties & Responsibilities
- · Support Diverse HEOR Study Types: Assist in conducting a variety of HEOR study types, including retrospective claims analysis, electronic medical record database evaluations, cost-effectiveness and budget impact modeling, meta-analysis, and systematic literature reviews.
- · Contribute to Research Processes: Play an integral role in all aspects of research, from conceptualization and protocol development to statistical analysis, supplier management, and dissemination of findings.
- · Strategic Planning: Work closely with HEOR colleagues and cross-functional business partners to understand and develop strategic and tactical plans that align with the business objectives of each respective therapeutic area.
- · Assist with Material Creation: Collaborate with internal HEOR colleagues to create impactful slide decks and other materials tailored for both internal and external audiences.
- · Engage in Team Meetings: Actively participate in team, department, and cross-functional meetings to deepen your understanding of the role of HEOR within the pharmaceutical industry and at Boehringer Ingelheim.
Requirements
- Must be a current undergraduate, graduate or advanced degree student in good academic standing.
- Student must be enrolled at an accredited college or university for the duration of the internship/co-op.
- Overall cumulative minimum GPA from last completed quarter/semester 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferred.
- Major or minor in related field of internship/co-op.
- Undergraduate students must have completed at least 12 credit hours at current college or university.
- Graduate and advanced degree students must have completed at least 9 credit hours at current college or university.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
- Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities
Prior experience in health services research, pharmacoeconomic analyses, patient-reported outcomes, prospective observational research, and/or retrospective observational research.
- Strong methodological, quantitative and analytical skills.
- Strong communication (oral and written) skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment; and
- Interest in pursuing health economics and outcomes research as a career.
Material and Analytical Sciences Co-Op
Boehringer Ingelheim | Ridgefield, CT
Compensation Data
This position offers an hourly rate of $20.00 – $33.00 USD / hr. commensurate to the level of degree program in which an applicant is actively enrolled. For an overview of our benefits please click here.
Description
Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Co-Op to join our Material and Analytical Sciences department located at our Ridgefield, CT facility. As a Co-Op, you will expand your scientific skills, gain experience using state of the art equipment and insights on the drug development process.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies´ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim´s high regard for ouremployees.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Investigate gelation mechanisms through systematic experimentation and data analysis: your insights will shape future crystallization strategies
- Apply advanced solid-state techniques like XRPD, DSC, TGA, and PLM to uncover how gel formation and hydrate stability evolve under different conditions
- Explore molecular interactions to study how polarity, hydrogen bonding, and water activity influence gelation behavior across solvent systems.
- Design a decision-making framework to build a practical protocol or decision tree helping scientists identify and mitigate gelation risks early in development.
Requirements
- Must be a current undergraduate, graduate or advanced degree student in good academic standing.
- Student must be enrolled at an accredited college or university for the duration of the co-op.
- Overall cumulative minimum GPA from last completed quarter/semester 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferred.
- Major or minor in related field of co-op.
- Undergraduate students must have completed at least 12 credit hours at current college or university.
- Graduate and advanced degree students must have completed at least 9 credit hours at current college or university.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
- Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities
- Graduate students (PhD/MS) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, polymer science, pharmaceutical sciences or Biomedical Engineering.
- Exceptional senior undergraduates with strong lab experience will also be considered
- Hands-on experience with XRPD, DSC, TGA, PLM, and NMR
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite
- Self-driven and motivated—ready to learn, explore, and conduct independent research
- Candidates with experience in polymer are preferred
- Candidates should have knowledge of organic chemistry (e.g. reaction, distillation, extraction, crystallization, filtration, drying)
NBE PK Bioanalytical Summer Internship
Boehringer Ingelheim | Ridgefield, CT
Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Intern to join our NBE PK group in the Drug Discovery Sciences Department located at our Ridgefield, CT facility. As an Intern, you will work under the supervision of an experienced scientist and help design and implement custom bioanalytical assays to support exposure, target engagement, biomarker analysis and pharmacokinetic profiling for antibody-based therapeutics. The project scope includes but is not limited to developing and performing quantitative ligand binding assays (ELISA kits, MSD, Gyrolab, etc), analyzing and interpreting data.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies’ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim’s high regard for our employees.
Duties & Responsibilities
• With supervision, help design and execute custom quantitative ligand binding assays, e.g., ELISA, MSD, Quanterix and/or Gyros to measure antibodies, protein therapeutics and biomarkers in biological matrices
• Troubleshoots effectively and solves scientific problems independently
• Effectively communicates presents project results and conclusions to the NBE PK group and other stakeholders
• Summarize project results and conclusions in internal report and/or external poster/publication
• Reports and treats data with a high level of integrity and ethics
• Complies with applicable regulations, performing all work in a safe manner; Maintains proper records in accordance with SOPs and policies
Requirements
• Must be a current undergraduate, graduate or advanced degree student in good academic standing
• Student must be enrolled at a college or university for the duration of the internship
• Overall cumulative minimum GPA from last completed quarter/semester 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferred
• Major or minor in related field of internship
• Undergraduate students must have completed at least 12 credit hours at current college or university
• Graduate and Advanced Degree students must have completed at least 9 credit hours at current college or university
Desired Experience, Skills and Abilities:
• Proficient in running ligand binding assays, e.g., ELISA kits, MSD, Quanterix and/or Gyros to measure antibodies and proteins in various matrices, analyzing and interpreting data
• Ability to use data analysis and graphing software, perform unit conversions and proficient Excel user
• High technical proficiency/attention to detail, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to evolving technologies
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in an interdisciplinary environment
• Degree in biology, biochemistry, immunology, physiology, chemistry, pharmacy or related field
• Desirable: Familiarity with drug and biologic research and development process
Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older
Compensation Data
This position offers an hourly rate of $24 to $33 commensurate to the level of degree program in which an applicant is actively enrolled. For an overview of our benefits please click here.
Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT
Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.
Office of the CEO Internship
Gain valuable hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment working with the CEO and senior level staff members. Interns may contribute to projects throughout CI that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.
We are seeking bachelor’s degree and MBA students with a strong interest in venture capital with a desire to match their academic work with professional work experience. Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating curriculum, research and/or practical experience alignment with our mission and enrolled in a Connecticut College or University or a resident of Connecticut.
Responsibilities
- Data collection and analysis on prospective investments
- Cash flow modeling for individual projects, programs, or investments
- Sourcing potential investments through online research and in person visits
- with initial assessments of applicant’s business plans in relation to CI investment criteria
- Assistance with due diligence activities to obtain and analyze pertinent information relative to the applicant’s management, market, technology, products, competitors, financial history and projections, and business strategy and plan
- Assistance in preparing analyses and presentations to the CI Investment Committee
- Assistance with investment monitoring activities such as financial analysis, market research, etc.
- Participation in lead generation, business development activities
- Prepare research and presentations for Board of Director and other key stakeholder meetings
- Assist with special projects in various departments as needed
Qualifications
- Current MBA or bachelor’s student
- Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
- Based in or studying in Connecticut
- Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven
Skills & Competencies
- Passionate about startups and community building
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable
- Highly organized with strong follow-through
- Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor
The CI Intern Experience
As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
- Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
- Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
- Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
- Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
- Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
- Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
- Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
- Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag
Venture Team Intern – AI/Q Technology
Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT
Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.
The AI/Q Fund invests in high-potential companies at the intersection of artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and deep tech. The fund targets scalable commercial AI and quantum ventures that will drive Connecticut-and the nation-forward in the next decade. Building on CI’s success backing transformative technologies and visionary founders, the AI/Q Fund further establishes Connecticut as a leading hub for innovation. More than a third of CI’s portfolio companies are already incorporating AI into their growth strategies.
AI/Q Venture Team Internship
Join CI’s Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.
We are seeking candidates currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program in finance, business administration, computer science, engineering, or a related field. Students pursuing an MBA or a master’s degree in a technical field are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, AI and quantum computing markets, competitors, and emerging technologies
- Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
- Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
- Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
- Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities
Qualifications
- Current MBA or bachelor’s student studying finance, business, computer science, engineering, or a related field
- Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation within AI, quantum computing, or deep tech
- Based in or studying in Connecticut
- Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven
Skills & Competencies
- Passionate about startups and community building
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable
- Highly organized with strong follow-through
- Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor
The CI Intern Experience
As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
- Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
- Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
- Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
- Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
- Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
- Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
- Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
- Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag
Venture Team Intern – Climate Tech
Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT
Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.
Climate Technology Fund
The CI ClimateTech Fund is a $100 million fund that invests capital and strategic support in early stage and growth companies. The fund is looking to invest in the following areas: Energy, transportation and mobility, food and agriculture, water, climate-related software, waste and circular economy, advanced materials/manufacturing, carbon removal/sequestration and more.
Connecticut is taking a macro government strategy to decarbonize, with CI working in tandem with the Connecticut Green Bank, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, Department of Transportation, Office of Workforce Strategy, and more.
Climate Technology Venture Team Internship
Join CI’s Climate Technology Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.
We seek MBA or undergraduate students with a strong interest in the intersection between venture capital and sustainability. Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating curriculum, research and/or practical experience in sustainability, environmental science, renewable energy, or climate-focused initiatives.
The Climate Technology Venture Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role in investment due diligence and post-investment portfolio growth. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, industries, markets, and competitors
- Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
- Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
- Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
- Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities
Qualifications
- Current MBA or undergraduate student studying finance, business, environmental science, or related field of study
- Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
- Research or professional experience in sustainability, environmental science, renewable energy, or climate-focused initiatives
- Based in or studying in Connecticut
- Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven
Skills & Competencies
- Passionate about startups and community building
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable
- Highly organized with strong follow-through
- Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor
The CI Intern Experience
As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
- Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
- Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
- Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
- Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
- Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
- Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
- Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
- Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag
Venture Team Intern – Future Fund
Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT
Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.
Future Fund
Only 8% of venture-backed startup founders are women. Just 1% are Black, and only 0.4% are Latinx.
The CI Future Fund was created to back early-stage companies led by diverse founders with bold ideas and real-world impact. With a $50 million fund, we’re industry agnostic-but deeply committed to diversity at the board and executive level.
We believe the best founders are those who are personally connected to the problems they’re solving and the communities they’re building for. That kind of authenticity and insight gives them an edge from day one-and we’re here to help them win.
Future Fund Venture Team Internship
Join CI’s Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.
We seek MBA or undergraduate students with a strong interest in the intersection between venture capital and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Preference for applicants who have explored diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives through their coursework, research, or practical experience
The Future Fund Venture Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role in investment due diligence and post-investment portfolio growth. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, industries, markets, and competitors
- Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
- Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
- Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
- Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities
Qualifications
- Current MBA or undergraduate student
- Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
- Research, extracurricular or professional experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives
- Based in or studying in Connecticut
- Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven
Skills & Competencies
- Passionate about startups and community building
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable
- Highly organized with strong follow-through
- Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor
The CI Intern Experience
As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
- Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
- Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
- Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
- Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
- Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
- Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
- Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
- Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag
Venture Team Intern – Human Capital Services
Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT
Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.
HCS Team Internship
Join CI’s Human Capital Services team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.
The HCS Team provides services across organization design and structure, talent acquisition and retention, total rewards and recognition programs, employer branding, HR analytics, process and systems, and more. The HCS Team has identified ‘preferred’ strategic partners at reduced costs to support some of these services.
We are seeking undergraduate and MBA students with a strong interest in the intersection between venture capital and human resources.
Responsibilities
- Support executives and founders across the portfolio with talent acquisition and recruiting assistance.
- HCS Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy – research and recommend AI opportunities that can be leveraged by the HCS Team.
- Support employer branding initiatives for CI and our portfolio companies, helping attract top emerging talent
- Help manage candidate pipelines, scheduling, and outreach communications
- Assist in organizing and executing recruiting events, info sessions, or career fairs
- Maintain and monitor CI’s Talent Network Database, Consider, making infrastructure improvements to optimize the platform
- Conduct research on talent pools, compensation trends, and diversity initiatives to inform recruitment strategy
Qualifications
- Current MBA or undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Organizational Psychology, or a related field
- Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
- Based in or studying in Connecticut
- Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven
Skills & Competencies
- Passionate about startups and community building
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable
- Highly organized with strong follow-through
- Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor
The CI Intern Experience
As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
- Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
- Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
- Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
- Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
- Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
- Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
- Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
- Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag
Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.
Future Fund
Only 8% of venture-backed startup founders are women. Just 1% are Black, and only 0.4% are Latinx.
The CI Future Fund was created to back early-stage companies led by diverse founders with bold ideas and real-world impact. With a $50 million fund, we’re industry agnostic-but deeply committed to diversity at the board and executive level.
We believe the best founders are those who are personally connected to the problems they’re solving and the communities they’re building for. That kind of authenticity and insight gives them an edge from day one-and we’re here to help them win.
Future Fund Venture Team Internship
Join CI’s Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.
We seek MBA or undergraduate students with a strong interest in the intersection between venture capital and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Preference for applicants who have explored diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives through their coursework, research, or practical experience
The Future Fund Venture Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role in investment due diligence and post-investment portfolio growth. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, industries, markets, and competitors
- Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
- Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
- Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
- Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities
Qualifications
- Current MBA or undergraduate student
- Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
- Research, extracurricular or professional experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives
- Based in or studying in Connecticut
- Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven
Skills & Competencies
- Passionate about startups and community building
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable
- Highly organized with strong follow-through
- Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor
The CI Intern Experience
As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
- Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
- Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
- Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
- Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
- Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
- Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
- Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
- Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag
Venture Team Intern – Technology Fund
Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT
Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.
Technology Fund
CI’s Technology fund has provided more than $100 million to date to Connecticut’s promising high-tech companies, with a focus on FinTech, InsurTech, SaaS and PaaS early-stage companies. We’ve attracted companies to Connecticut from both coasts and as far away as Europe!
Technology Venture Team Internship
Join CI’s Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.
We are seeking candidates currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program in finance, business administration, computer science, engineering, or a related field. Students pursuing an MBA or a master’s degree in a technical field are encouraged to apply.
The Technology Venture Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role in investment due diligence and post-investment portfolio growth. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, industries, markets, and competitors
- Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
- Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
- Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
- Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities
Qualifications
- Current MBA or bachelor’s student studying finance, business, computer science, engineering, or related field of study
- Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation within FinTech, InsurTech, Saas, and Engineering
- Based in or studying in Connecticut
- Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven
Skills & Competencies
- Passionate about startups and community building
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable
- Highly organized with strong follow-through
- Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor
The CI Intern Experience
As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
- Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
- Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
- Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
- Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
- Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
- Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
- Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
- Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag
Venture Team Intern – Venture Debt
Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT
Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.
Venture Debt Fund
CI’s Venture Debt Fund provides flexible financing to early- and late-stage tech companies through venture and mezzanine debt. This type of capital helps startups grow without giving up significant equity. Mezzanine debt is a hybrid of debt and equity – typically offering higher interest rates and including warrants (the right to buy equity) as part of the return. We offer loans from $150,000 to $2 million, with fixed interest rates between 6% and 12%, terms of 3 to 5 years, and liens on company assets as collateral.
We invest in technology-driven companies that are based in or open to relocating to Connecticut, with a focus on bioscience, IT, clean tech, photonics, and advanced materials. As an intern, you’ll get hands-on experience with startup financing, due diligence, and portfolio evaluation-ideal for anyone interested in venture capital, structured finance, or supporting innovation at the early stages.
We seek MBA or undergraduate students with a strong interest in venture debt, who are eager to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of venture capital and lending.
Venture Debt Team Internship
Join CI’s Venture Debt Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.
The Venture Debt Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, industries, markets, and competitors
- Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
- Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
- Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
- Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities
Qualifications
- Current MBA or undergraduate student
- Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
- Analytical and financial modeling skills or coursework in finance, economics, or accounting
- Based in or studying in Connecticut
- Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven
Skills & Competencies
- Passionate about startups and community building
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable
- Highly organized with strong follow-through
- Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor
The CI Intern Experience
As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
- Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
- Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
- Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
- Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
- Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
- Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
- Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
- Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag
Graduate Student Postings
Material & Analytical Sciences Co-Op
Boehringer Ingelheim | Ridgefield, CT
Compensation Data
This position offers an hourly rate of $24.00 – $33.00 USD / hr. commensurate to the level of degree program in which an applicant is actively enrolled. For an overview of our benefits please click here.
Description
Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Co-Op to join our Molecular Structure team in our Material and Analytical Sciences department located at our Ridgefield, CT facility. As a Co-Op, you will be playing a critical role in revolutionizing pharmaceutical solid-state structure determination through an innovative integration of computational and experimental approaches. You will develop a rapid workflow combining solid-state ¹⁵N NMR chemical shift data with DFT First Principles calculations and machine learning algorithms to refine three-dimensional atomic structures of pharmaceutical compounds. In this role, you will develop cutting-edge computational tools for NMR crystallography focused on pharmaceutical structure elucidation. This position offers hands-on experience at the intersection of machine learning, quantum chemistry, and pharmaceutical development.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies´ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim´s high regard for ouremployees.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Predict ¹⁵N NMR chemical shifts for various pharmaceutical polymorphs using density functional theory (DFT) First Principles calculations and Machine Learning
- Use Machine Learning algorithms (e.g. GNN, MLOP) to compliment DFT First Principles Calculations for structure predictions with increased accuracy.
- Benchmark and optimize computational protocols for accuracy and efficiency
- Compare computational predictions against experimental ¹⁵N NMR datasets (already available)
- Develop and implement Bayesian statistical models to integrate predicted and experimental chemical shift data
- Add to the existing OPTICS approach for improved polymorph differentiation (see publication: https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.cgd.1c00797)
- Train machine learning algorithms to accelerate structure refinement workflows
- Characterize hydrogen bonding networks in pharmaceutical solids
- Validate polymorph identification capabilities across multiple case studies
- Create an integrated computational pipeline combining DFT calculations, machine learning predictions, and experimental NMR constraints
- Optimize workflow for computational efficiency and scalability to multiple pharmaceutical compounds
- Document methodologies and develop user-friendly tools for broader team adoption
Requirements
- Must be a current graduate or advanced degree student in good academic standing.
- Student must be enrolled at an accredited college or university for the duration of the Co-Op.
- Overall cumulative minimum GPA from last completed quarter/semester 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferred.
- Major or minor in related field of Co-Op.
- Graduate and advanced degree students must have completed at least 9 credit hours at current college or university.
- Strong computational chemistry background with hands-on DFT experience (CASTEP, Gaussian, ORCA, Quantum Espresso, XTB or similar)
- Proficiency in machine learning frameworks and statistical analysis (scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, MLOP, GGN, SOAP, SHIFTML2 or equivalent)
- Solid understanding of crystal structure prediction
- Excellent programming skills, particularly in Python for scientific computing
- Experience with structural analysis and molecular modeling
- Solid understanding of quantum chemistry principles and DFT methodologies, including plane wave and periodic DFT calculations.
- Knowledge of structure refinement concepts
- Understanding of Bayesian statistics and clustering algorithms
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
- Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities
• Experience with solid-state NMR or pharmaceutical crystallography
• Familiarity with high-performance computing (HPC) environments, linux shell scripting
• Experience with all-atom molecular dynamics simulations and QM calculations
• Integrating machine learning with structure prediction
• Proficiency with scientific data visualization and analysis tools
NBE PK/PD Modeling Summer Intern
Boehringer Ingelheim | Ridgefield, CT
Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and highly motivated Intern with strong quantitative skills to join our Global Drug Discovery Sciences department located at our Ridgefield, Connecticut facility. As an Intern, you will support development and validation of mathematical, computational and statistical models that describe pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) and toxicities of biologics (e.g., T-cell engagers, cytokines, antibodies) in preclinical animals and humans.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies’ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim’s high regard for our employees
Duties & Responsibilities
• Assist in developing ordinary differential equations (ODE) models, statistical models, and mechanistic PK/PD models to simulate toxicities of biologics especially cytokine release syndrome (CRS).
• Apply statistical and machine-learning approaches to identify biomarkers/predictors and predict clinical grades of CRS
• Assist in creating dose-optimization and CRS-mitigation simulations (e.g., step-up dosing, priming doses)
• Assist in importing historical PK data into BI databases
• Works closely with scientists in the New Biological Entities – Pharmacokinetics group to execute research plans
• Prepares clear technical reports and oral presentations; Presents responsibly and defends own work
Requirements
• Must be a Graduate Student in good academic standing.
• Must have completed 12 credit hours within a related major and/or other related coursework.
• Overall, cumulative GPA (from last completed quarter) must be at least 3.5 (on 4.0 scale)
Desired Experience, Skills and Abilities:
• Ongoing graduate degree in applied mathematics, biomedical engineering, statistics, Immunology, systems biology, pharmacology, or related fields.
• Proficiency in modeling and simulation programming software, such as Julia, MATLAB, R, Python or others.
• Experience with applying AI and machine learning techniques to clinical data is desirable.
• Basic knowledge of PK/PD or quantitative systems pharmacology is desirable.
• Good writing and oral communication skills
Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older
Compensation Details
This position offers an hourly rate of $24 to $33 commensurate to the level of degree program in which an applicant is actively enrolled.
Venture Team Intern – Bioscience Innovation
Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT
Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.
Connecticut Bioscience Innovation Fund (CBIF)
Through the $200 million CBIF, CI accelerates bioscience breakthroughs by providing equity investments and loans. The portfolio includes 100+ companies across digital health, biotech, pharma, diagnostics, life science tools, and medical devices.
- Since 2013, bioscience investments have more than doubled, leveraging $3.5+ billion in outside capital
- Recent IPOs: Arvinas, Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, RallyBio, Sema4
- Recent acquisitions: Avitus, Biorez, DiA Imaging Analysis, Diameter Health, Medically Home, Populi
Venture Team Internship
Join CI’s Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.
We seek MBA, PhD, MS, or MPH students passionate about venture capital-especially those with backgrounds in life sciences or healthcare-who are enrolled in or reside in Connecticut.
The CBIF Venture Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role in investment due diligence and post-investment portfolio growth. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, industries, markets, and competitors
- Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
- Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
- Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
- Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities
Qualifications
- Current or recent MBA, PhD, MS, or MPH student
- Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
- Research or professional experience in life sciences or healthcare
- Based in or studying in Connecticut
- Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven
Skills & Competencies
- Passionate about startups and community building
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable
- Highly organized with strong follow-through
- Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor
The CI Intern Experience
As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
- Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
- Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
- Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
- Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
- Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
- Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
- Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
- Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag
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