Commercialization Intern (Commercial Ecosystem Mapping)

INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION:

Current is seeking an intern to support the commercialization of water technologies. The Commercial Ecosystem Mapping Intern will catalogue ecosystem assets such as testbeds, incubators, university tech transfer offices and innovation programs, accelerator programs, and find additional partners and networks to collaborate with the Great Lakes ReNEW Regional Innovation Engine.

• Research & Cataloging:
  • Identify and document water technology testbeds, incubators, accelerators, university tech transfer offices, and innovation programs.
  • Create and maintain a comprehensive database of ecosystem assets.
• Partner & Network Development:
  • Research and identify potential partners (industry, non-profit, government).
  • Map network connections and assist with preliminary outreach.
• Reporting & Documentation:
  • Prepare regular progress reports and a final ecosystem map.
  • Assist in presentation creation.

ELIGIBILITY:

• Available to work up to 20 hours per week, for at least 8 weeks, between Monday, May 19, 2025 - Friday, August 8, 2025
• Available to work in-person at Current's office on Tuesdays between 9 am-5 pm
• Actively enrolled in any higher education courses for the 2025-2026 school year
• Flexibility to attend occasional in-person events in Chicago 

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Familiarity with general software platforms, including Google (Gmail, Drive, Slides), Microsoft365 (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), and various streaming tools (Zoom, Slack)
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills 
• Ability to self-manage projects, deadlines, calendars, and files 
• Interest in Current's work (learn more here)