PAID SCIENCE WRITING AND ANALYSIS INTERNSHIPS
W. M. Keck Foundation
Positions Available:
- Science and Engineering Grant Program
- Medical Research Grant Program
Pay Range:
- $22 per hour for 20 hours minimum/week
Science and Engineering Qualifications:
- Graduate student with bachelor’s degree in physical sciences
- Excellent analytical and writing skills
- Familiarity with US higher education/research institutions
- High level of integrity and understanding of confidentiality requirements
- PC proficiency
- Must be able to meet deadlines
Medical Research Qualifications:
- Graduate student with bachelor’s degree in biological sciences
- Excellent analytical and writing skills
- Familiarity with US higher education/research institutions
- High level of integrity and understanding of confidentiality requirements
- PC proficiency
- Must be able to meet deadlines
Intern Program Overview:
The W. M. Keck Foundation is seeking qualified graduate students for paid positions in the Science and Engineering Grant Program and Medical Research Grant Program. These positions involve working with the program staff to analyze and summarize detailed scientific grant reports. Additional duties may include analyzing budgets, potential projects and conducting research on various institutions, as well as participating in long-term evaluation of past grants. Interns will be required to sign confidentiality agreements and are expected to possess a high level of integrity.
Term of Employment for All Internships:
Internships are 12-weeks (renewable) providing the intern remains a graduate student and continues to perform at or above expected standards.
Starting Date:
Positions are available immediately upon the successful candidate accepting an offer.
Application Process:
Interested students must be recommended by their graduate program or department chairs. Interviews with W. M. Keck Foundation program staff and additional references will follow.
NO PHONE CALLS OR FAXES DIRECTLY FROM STUDENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED BY THE FOUNDATION.
