January 20, 2026
CoMotion is currently recruiting an Innovation Development Intern to support our Physical Sciences portfolio by creating Non‑Confidential Summaries (NCSs) of UW technologies available for licensing. This role provides hands-on exposure to the commercialization process, competitive landscape analysis, and the broader UW innovation ecosystem.
Additional details:
- Hourly rate: $27
- Hours per week: 10
- Work format: Primarily remote with occasional in-person meetings; optional in-person workspace available
We are seeking MS or PhD students (PhD preferred) with strong technical backgrounds in the physical sciences, engineering, chemistry, or related areas. Appointments run for at least six months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and mutual agreement.
Interested students may apply by sending a resume and cover letter to me directly at merrie93@uw.edu. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Thank you very much for helping us share this opportunity. It is an excellent fit for students who wish to broaden their experience beyond the lab while strengthening their scientific communication and technology assessment skills.
Please let me know if you have any questions. (Job Post_ID NCS Intern_Physical Sciences_2026)
All the Best,
Merrie Emmons
(Intern Coordinator, CoMotion Innovation Development)
MERRIE EMMONS (she/her)
Executive Assistant to the Associate Vice Provost for Innovation Development & Commercialization
CoMotion at the University of Washington