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Tarkett

R&D Intern

Middlefield, OH

$15.25 - $20/hr

Tarkett is seeking a Summer R&D Intern position which will focus on Manufacturing and Process related projects and will prepare students for future R&D roles within manufacturing. This role will be ...

Tarkett

R&D Intern

Middlefield, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

Tarkett is seeking a Summer R&D Intern position which will focus on Manufacturing and Process related projects and will prepare students for future R&D roles within manufacturing. This role will be ...

Huck Adventures

Research Analyst Intern

Boulder, CO · On-site

As a Research Intern, you will help us apply cutting-edge NLP algorithms to a wide range of media ... The duration of this internship is 16 weeks with Summer, Fall, and Winter start dates. Internships ...

Huck Adventures

Research Analyst Intern

Boulder, CO · On-site

As a Research Intern, you will help us apply cutting-edge NLP algorithms to a wide range of media ... The duration of this internship is 16 weeks with Summer, Fall, and Winter start dates. Internships ...

Beck's Hybrids

Corn Breeding Research Intern

Seward, NE · On-site

Valuable experience related to the agriculture industry, professional development, summer project ... The intern will learn how Beck's manages its research and testing program * Other Duties assigned ...

Posted today

Beck's Hybrids

Corn Breeding Research Intern

Goehner, NE · On-site

Valuable experience related to the agriculture industry, professional development, summer project ... The intern will learn how Beck's manages its research and testing program * Other Duties assigned ...

Posted today

Truveta

Research Analyst Summer Intern

Seattle, WA · On-site

$20/hr

Research Analyst Summer Intern Truveta is the world's first health provider led data platform with a vision of Saving Lives with Data. Our mission is to enable researchers to find cures faster ...

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How much do summer research intern jobs pay per month?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average monthly pay for summer research intern 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 are some common challenges faced by summer research interns, and how can they be overcome?

Summer Research Interns often encounter challenges such as adapting quickly to new research methodologies, managing time effectively to meet project deadlines, and navigating unfamiliar laboratory or software tools. To overcome these, interns should proactively communicate with their supervisors and team members, seek feedback regularly, and take advantage of training resources offered by the institution. Building strong relationships with mentors and peers can also provide valuable support and guidance throughout the internship.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer research intern?

To thrive as a Summer Research Intern, you need a solid foundation in research methods, data analysis, and subject-specific knowledge, typically evidenced by relevant coursework or academic performance. Familiarity with data analysis software (such as Excel, R, or SPSS), academic databases, and sometimes laboratory equipment is often expected. Strong problem-solving, communication skills, and adaptability help interns collaborate effectively and contribute to ongoing projects. These skills ensure interns can support research objectives, learn efficiently, and add value to their teams in a limited timeframe.

What is a summer research intern?

A Summer Research Intern is a temporary position, typically held by undergraduate or graduate students during the summer months, where they assist in academic or industry research projects. Interns work under the guidance of experienced researchers or faculty members, gaining hands-on experience in their field of interest. They may be involved in tasks such as data collection, literature reviews, experiments, or analysis. The internship provides valuable exposure to research methodologies and helps students build relevant skills for future academic or professional careers.

What is the difference between Summer Research Intern vs Research Assistant?

AspectSummer Research InternResearch Assistant
Required CredentialsTypically students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees; may require relevant courseworkUsually graduate students or those with some research experience; may require specific skills or certifications
Work EnvironmentTemporary, project-based; often in academic or research institutions during summerOngoing role; can be in academic, government, or private research settings
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in universities, research labs, and internships programsUsed across academia, government agencies, and private sector research teams

While both roles involve assisting with research projects, Summer Research Interns are typically students gaining summer experience, whereas Research Assistants are more experienced individuals supporting ongoing research activities. The roles differ mainly in duration, experience level, and employment status.

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Infographic showing various Summer Research Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,274 per year, or $37.2 per hour.

Unpaid Research Intern - School Credit Only - Temporary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch)

Seattle, WA • On-site

Other

Posted 11 days ago

Job description


Unpaid Research Intern - School Credit Only - Temporary
Job ID
31351
Type
Temporary Part-Time
Location
US-WA-Seattle
Category
Laboratory Research Sciences
Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The Talbot Lab (Basic Sciences Division) seeks a part-time Undergraduate Research Intern to support ongoing exciting research on neuro-immunology, studying host-microbiota interactions in infectious diseases. This position is ideal for an individual interested in an entry-level introduction to a research lab environment, helping in the development of a project that studies how neurons regulate intestinal immunity.

The ideal candidate is a reliable, organized, detail-oriented individual, interested in learning and applying experimental approaches in a genetic model organism (Mus musculus), including immune cell isolation, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, image analysis, animal dissection, neurobiology, and microbiology tools.

The position will help the trainee increase their understanding of the scientific method by developing practical lab skills and how to evaluate scientific articles. Internship timelines start this Summer, 2026 or Fall, 2026.

Please submit a complete CV including previous experience and lab classes with you application to be considered. Candidates must be able to present written confirmation from their Institution's advisor attesting that they will be receiving school credits for the internship.

Responsibilities

The intern will work under the direction of the Principal Investigator and senior-level laboratory personnel. They will gain experience and training in research techniques while also learning to assist their mentor with performing and analyzing experiments.

The internship is part-time and requires a commitment of up to 19 hours per week for 6 months (undergraduate research credits might apply).

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    A motivated undergraduate student with an interest in performing research.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Course and/or lab experience in biology, mathematics/statistics, and chemistry to support wet lab research and data analysis.

This is an internship position, Fred Hutch will not provide salary, benefits or visa sponsorship to the research intern.

This is a fully on-site role located in Seattle/WA. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this position.

Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.

Additional Information
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.

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