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Alhambra US CHamber

Intern

Austin, TX

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Alhambra is seeking motivated, highly qualified interns to work with our Austin-based 501(c)(6) ... Alhambra serves as a catalyst and force-multiplier for its clients and members, leveraging the ...

Alhambra US CHamber

Intern

Austin, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Alhambra is seeking motivated, highly qualified interns to work with our Austin-based 501(c)(6) ... Alhambra serves as a catalyst and force-multiplier for its clients and members, leveraging the ...

Context, Inc

Summer Intern

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

... of engineers and researchers from Apple, Ramp, Stripe, Meta, BAIR, and SAIL. We've built ... We're fortunate to be backed by Lux Capital, Qualcomm Ventures, General Catalyst, and BoxGroup.

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How much do catalyst research internship jobs pay per month?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average monthly pay for catalyst research internship in the United States is $6,439.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $4,416.67 and $7,666.67 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects and responsibilities can I expect during a Catalyst Research Internship?

As a Catalyst Research Intern, you can expect to work on laboratory-based projects that focus on synthesizing, characterizing, and testing catalysts for various applications, such as energy conversion and environmental remediation. Your daily tasks may include preparing experimental setups, running reactions, analyzing data using techniques like spectroscopy or chromatography, and collaborating with senior researchers to interpret results. Interns often participate in group meetings to present findings and receive feedback, providing valuable experience in scientific communication and teamwork. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to develop practical lab skills and deepen your understanding of materials science or chemical engineering concepts.

What is a Catalyst Research Internship?

A Catalyst Research Internship is a temporary position, often for students or early-career professionals, in which interns work alongside scientists or researchers to study and develop catalysts. Catalysts are substances that speed up chemical reactions without being consumed, and are crucial in fields like energy, pharmaceuticals, and environmental science. Interns typically assist with laboratory experiments, data analysis, and literature reviews, gaining hands-on experience and learning about cutting-edge research in catalysis. Such internships can provide valuable skills for future careers in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related fields.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Catalyst Research Intern, and why are they important?

To excel as a Catalyst Research Intern, a strong background in chemistry or chemical engineering, laboratory techniques, and data analysis is essential, typically supported by coursework or a relevant degree path. Familiarity with lab instrumentation such as gas chromatographs, spectrometers, and specialized software like ChemDraw or Origin is often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective collaboration skills help interns contribute meaningfully to research projects. These competencies are vital for ensuring accurate experimental results, advancing research objectives, and fostering innovation within the team.

What is the difference between Catalyst Research Internship vs Catalyst Research Associate?

AspectCatalyst Research InternshipCatalyst Research Associate
Required CredentialsUndergraduate or graduate student, relevant courseworkBachelor's or master's degree in related field
Work EnvironmentInternship program, temporary, learning-focusedFull-time, professional research setting
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, labs, companiesResearch teams, corporate R&D, academia

The Catalyst Research Internship is typically a temporary, learning-focused position for students or early-career individuals, emphasizing skill development. In contrast, the Catalyst Research Associate is a full-time role requiring more experience and responsibility, often involving independent research tasks. Both roles are common in research environments but differ mainly in experience level and scope of work.

Infographic showing various Catalyst Research Internship job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 22% Internship, 20% As Needed, 49% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,274 per year, or $37.2 per hour.

Investment Banking Career Coach (part-time)

Greenwood Project

Chicago, IL

$45/hr

Part-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Greenwood Project

The Greenwood Project was founded in 2016 based on two core principles:
 
                           "Students can't be what they can't see"
                                                        and
                 "There is no lack of talent, only a lack of opportunity."
 
GP's mission is bold, essential and long overdue.  We are dedicated to creating opportunities for qualified Black and Latino college students to attain high-trajectory careers in financial services through rigorous training and internships. At Greenwood Project, we don't just talk about change; we are the catalyst for it, breaking barriers and building a more inclusive and diverse financial industry. Our people are the foundation that allows us to achieve our ambitious goals. Becoming part of the Greenwood Project team means joining a group of driven, passionate, and intellectually curious individuals. To work here is to be crucial to the organization's success.
 
Investment Banking Career Coach (Part-Time)

Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Investment Banking Career Coach plays a central role in supporting Greenwood Project scholars as they pursue career pathways in investment banking, private credit, venture capital, private equity, and equity research. This role focuses on preparing scholars for successful finance internships and positioning them for full-time job offers upon graduation.
Day-to-Day Impact

As an Investment Banking Career Coach, your work directly prepares Greenwood Project scholars for the rigor and expectations of competitive finance internships and early career roles. You may begin the week reviewing scholar progress on their assignments, following up on technical skill gaps, and conducting extra interview preparation with some scholars. Later in the week, you might lead professional development sessions focused on finance workplace norms, evaluate internship performance feedback from partners, or meet one-on-one with scholars navigating demanding summer roles.
This role blends hands-on coaching with program building. You are not only supporting students individually, but also shaping the systems, curriculum, and feedback loops that ensure scholars consistently perform at a high level in the demanding fields of investment banking, private credit, private equity, venture capital, and equity research environments.

Every coaching session, workshop, and assignment review session helps scholars prepare for and navigate a highly competitive finance recruiting process, secure and succeed in a finance internship, and ultimately position themselves for a full-time job that can change their career trajectory.

What Makes This Role Distinct

This is not a general career coaching role. The Investment Banking Career Coach brings direct finance industry experience into the coaching conversations and program design. Scholars rely on your understanding of real-world expectations, technical rigor, and workplace dynamics to prepare them for environments where performance standards are high, and feedback is direct.
You will help define what "ready" looks like for finance internships and ensure our systems, coaching, and programming consistently deliver that standard as the program scales.
As a core member of the Greenwood Project team, the Investment Banking Career Coach contributes to the design and continuous improvement of learning pathways, student roadmaps, curriculum, evaluation tools, and key impact measures. This position is closely tied to student experience, program outcomes, and long-term scholar success.
  • Support and coach a cohort of Greenwood Project scholars through hybrid, virtual, and in-person programming with the goal of scholars securing and successfully completing a junior year finance summer internship.
  • Provide structured one-on-one coaching focused on professional readiness, interview preparation, internship performance, and long-term career development.
  • Facilitate small group and large group professional development sessions designed to prepare students for the rigor, expectations, and day-to-day demands of finance internships and long-term careers in the industry.
  • Evaluate and track scholar progress using internal rubrics, learning pathways, and roadmaps.
  • Collect, manage, and analyze data related to student performance, engagement, and outcomes, and regularly summarize and report findings to internal teams and relevant stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain systems for student support that reflect best practices in coaching, cohort management, and talent development.
  • Research best practices across education, workforce development, and financial services organizations and apply insights to improve coaching methods, systems, and scholar experience.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with scholars to support retention, engagement, and success throughout their participation in the Greenwood Project.
  • Develop and oversee feedback systems with finance partners to monitor scholar performance during internships and address development needs in real time.
  • Support the strategic growth of the program by contributing to scalable systems, structures, and processes that enhance student development and finance internship outcomes.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned in support of program goals.

A note to potential candidates: Multiple studies have shown that BIPOC and other candidates from marginalized populations are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications in a job description. Greenwood Project is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization and finding the best candidate for the job. We would strongly encourage interested individuals to apply, even if they don't believe they meet every one of the qualifications described below.
 
Required:

  • Completed bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
  • Minimum of two years of professional experience within the financial services industry required, specifically in investment banking, private credit, private equity, venture capital, or equity research.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and to think critically about the relationship between identity, access, and job performance.
  • Experience designing feedback loops, performance reviews, or development protocols focused on improving workplace outcomes.
  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with multiple stakeholders to align programs, systems, or services.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to inform decisions and measure impact.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly to different audiences.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Preferred: 

  • Master's degree in a relevant subject area.
  • Experience designing systems to track and monitor performance data.
  • Strong Excel and AI skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The Greenwood Project is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, religion, ancestry, marital status, familial status, or any other legally protected classification federally or in the State of Illinois. The Greenwood Project does not discriminate in its activities, educational programs, hiring practices, or employment practices as required by Title VI, IX, and Section 504.
 
Compensation and Location
This is a Chicago-based role with remote work options. Pay: $45/hour.

Shared Values
  • Cultural Competency: All team members strive to build a working knowledge of the historical, social, and economic history of this country with a particular value for diverse identities, ideas, and experiences. As team members, we consistently work to acquire and apply cultural knowledge and adapt to the cultural context of various communities. We are reflective and often think about the impact of our actions, words, and thoughts on various components of their and others' intersectional lines of identity. We strive to self-monitor our various layers of privilege and push the organization to be the strongest collection of voices possible. 
  • Influence and Impact: We value learning about the working styles and preferences of others and strive to adapt our approach to maximize the success of everyone on the team. 
  • Strategic Thinking: We critically analyze inputs and think through the long-term outputs of the organization, working to create systems and structures that are scalable and sustainable. 
  • Self-Direction: Our team members operate with both initiative and follow-through to ensure that we can operate in ways that build trust in each other.
  • Balance: We value in-person collaboration and independent, flexible work. For our Chicago-based employees, we have a hybrid schedule, with most associates finding a balance between office and home. 
  • Growth: We want your career to be satisfying for the long term. If you want to try a new project or attend a meeting with another group, we welcome it. We want you to learn, stretch and grow as much as you want. 
If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are eager to be part of a team dedicated to creating opportunities for qualified college students while driving meaningful change, we encourage you to apply for this role at Greenwood Project.

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