⭐ Internship Opportunity ⭐ We are seeking a motivated 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 to assist with research, meeting briefs, data analysis, marketing collateral, and administrative tasks. This role offers hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, innovation, and business development. Our interns perform a variety of tasks, so no day is the same. We take your skills into consideration when creating projects so these items will help you gain expertise in your field of study. You will also work closely with the Intern Manager to develop an understanding of how UF’s Incubator works and what it takes to aspire higher. 🐊 Responsibilities • Conduct research on industry trends, startup ecosystems, and competitive landscapes • Prepare meeting briefs, reports, and summaries for leadership • Analyze and organize data to support decision-making and strategy development • Assist in creating and refining marketing materials, presentations, and promotional content • Support various administrative tasks Qualifications • Enrolled as a student at the University of Florida • Strong research, writing, and analytical skills • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and/or Google Suite • Familiarity with Adobe • Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities • Ability to work independently and in a team environment • Interest in entrepreneurship and innovation is a plus but not required Benefits • Gain real-world experience in an innovation-driven environment • Network with entrepreneurs, mentors, and industry leaders • Enhance research, analytical, and marketing skills How to Apply ⬇️ Submit a resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the role to Lillian Withers via email at lillianwithers@ufl.edu. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Join us and be part of the innovation happening at UF!
UF Innovate | Accelerate
Higher Education
Gainesville, FL 3,644 followers
We Inspire Entrepreneurs to Create, Change & Cure for a Better World!
About us
UF Innovate | Accelerate is the place-making, entrepreneurial support organization within UF Innovate dedicated to working with entrepreneurs, innovators, and business builders. Through two award-winning, globally recognized facilities, UF Innovate | Accelerate delivers industry-leading entrepreneurial programs and services designed (1) to accelerate the growth and development of its client companies and (2) to increase the likelihood of success of the business ventures it serves. By offering a structured business entrepreneurship support program and surrounding our entrepreneurial ventures with important business-building capabilities, UF Innovate | Accelerate clients can grow faster and stronger than they would on their own by accessing proven business-development that accelerates venture growth, investment and success. These high-quality services include, but are not limited to: • access to mentors and trusted advisors; • introductions to knowledgeable small business service providers and resource partners; • capital access support (including VC and angel introductions and pitch deck preparation support); • special events, workshops, and classes with skilled practitioners, surrounded by more than 90 other like-minded, early-stage venture founders • curated business development support services, and • access to shared services (IT, business center, shared scientific equipment, and facility common areas). Unique to our mission, UF Innovate | Accelerate not only works with UF-affiliated ventures but with ventures spawned from the communities we serve. Selection is highly competitive and is done through a formal application process and payment of a non-refundable application fee.
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https://innovate.research.ufl.edu/accelerate-2/
External link for UF Innovate | Accelerate
- Industry
- Higher Education
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Gainesville, FL
- Type
- Educational
- Founded
- 2011
- Specialties
- Business Incubator, Technology, Startups, Entrepreneurs, Biotech, and Mentorship
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747 SW 2nd Ave.
Gainesville, FL 32601, US
Employees at UF Innovate | Accelerate
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We’re excited to congratulate Mark Komanecky on being named the 2024 Mentor of the Year for UF Innovate | Accelerate’s Elite Mentorship Program! 🎉 Mark's passion for mentorship and his hands-on approach with clients have truly set him apart. He’s unwavering in his dedication to helping entrepreneurs overcome challenges and unlock their full potential. His positive impact on the startup community is undeniable. Mark, thank you for everything you do to support our startups! Your impact is felt every day. 👏 Looking for mentorship or know an entrepreneur who could use it? Reach out and let’s chat about how we can support you! A special shoutout and a heartfelt thank you to Thomas H. and We Love Mentors for your continued support!
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ONE WEEK AWAY! 🎟️ You're invited to our first Innovation Hour of the year! Join us for an exciting night of networking, carnival fun, and big ideas on March 5 from 4:30 to 6 PM at UF Innovate | The Hub. Connect with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and creative thinkers while enjoying classic carnival treats, games, and exciting conversations. Located in the Gainesville Innovation District, The Hub is the perfect place for current and aspiring entrepreneurs to meet and collaborate. Don’t miss out on this chance to expand your network in a fun and dynamic setting! Grab your ticket and register by noon on March 4 to secure your spot! 🔗: https://lnkd.in/gNvg42MJ 🎪 Special thanks to our sponsors: Concept Companies | GrayRobinson, P.A. | Segway Group | Collaboratory for Inclusive Excellence
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Congratulations to our client company, Agriculture Intelligence, Inc., and a special shoutout to Matthew Donovan and his amazing team for being recognized as a regional winner for VCIC (Venture Capital Investment Competition)'s Most VC-Backable Startup! Agriculture Intelligence is transforming agtech by bringing market-ready precision agriculture technologies to life, focusing on sensor fusion, computer vision, machine learning, AI, and automation for specialty crops. Want to learn more about this awesome startup? 🌱 Check them out here: https://www.agintel.ai/
We're had an outstanding group of startups at 15 regional VCIC events so far. www.vcic.org Congratulations regional Most VC-Backable Startups! Manju Dawkins, MD of Thimble in Los Angeles Matthew Donovan of Agriculture Intelligence, Inc. in Gainesville Lark Meadow of Aeon in Nova Scotia Gena Arthur from Pure Paint Lab in Nova Scotia Sue Fisher Carr of CarrTech Corporation in Washington, DC David Brent Noel of Pollen Sense, LLC in Provo, Utah Curt Medeiros of Ovation in Miami Anthony Rose of SeedLegals in New York Michael Kurson of First Touch in Boston Anwar Sadek, Ph.D. of Corrolytics in Houston Steven Burns of Lighthanded Enterprises in Cleveland Alex Arevalos PhD of UBi - by UBiosis Health in Houston More at https://lnkd.in/gJtTUtUQ UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School #vc #venturecapital #startups #startupfunding
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Check out this awesome #UFCOTA alumni feature highlighting Austin Stanbury from our client company Augmented Info Systems! 🎉
In celebration of the 7th annual Gator Nation Giving Day, we're featuring "Gator Giving Spotlights" from current students and #UFCOTA alumni who shared stories about how the support and mentorship they received from the #GatorNation shaped their experiences at the University of Florida, and what they're up to now. --- 📣 #AllForTheGators COTA Alum Spotlight: Austin Stanbury, UF Digital Worlds Institute. Alum: UF Digital Worlds Institute Degree: MiDAS (Masters in Digital Arts and Sciences) Get to know Austin: “I was a Masters student in the Digital Worlds MiDAS program. With COTA, I obtained grant funding for our project, CovidReflections, which went on to be featured in Tokyo. I later became an adjunct lecturer at Digital Worlds while developing my startup at UF Innovate. Developing virtual reality software for neurodiverse individuals has been incredibly touching. We work with clients who treat individuals that have difficulty navigating their daily lives. Our work in VR helped them to be more engaged and calmer. Hearing the excited and heartfelt stories of caretakers working with these individuals made us realize how much of a difference our work in the arts could make in people’s lives. The arts are central to our culture. They support everything we do, and it is crucial that we continue to work with students who desire to spend a lifetime exploring the good and the beautiful through art. It is one of the highest callings in human life.” Austin would like to #StandUpAndHoller 👔🐊 for a Digital Worlds professor who has had a lifelong impact on him: “Dr. Hyo Kang left a lifelong imprint on us as we navigated graduate school and went on to form our careers. We are forever indebted to her wisdom and kindness. She served as the model for who we wanted to be as young students, and continues to be an inspiration."
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Our resident client Canaery is partnering with a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) lab to develop neural implants that decode what dogs and rats smell, potentially transforming them into multi-purpose super detectors. This amazing technology could help detect everything from explosives to diseases, and anyone could use it, no special training needed In collaboration with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Canaery has also developed an advanced nose-computer interface (NCI) that enhances scent detection animals' ability to simultaneously identify contraband, diseases, and more. We are so proud of this team! 🎉 Read more here: 1️⃣: https://lnkd.in/e4gXzvyk 2️⃣: https://lnkd.in/eTnP5xBh #UFnews
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Only a few days left until our breakfast seminar with Mary El-Semarani and Jeff Heslep from Santa Fe College's Perry Center for Emerging Technologies! This event is open to the public and will be held at UF Innovate | Sid Martin Biotech in Alachua. See you soon! ☕ Register here: https://lnkd.in/eXUS-Ng4
Fuel biotech growth! 🔬 Join Santa Fe College's Perry Center for Emerging Technologies at UF Innovate | Sid Martin Biotech on February 27th from 9 AM to 10 AM for a breakfast seminar exploring the Perry Center’s impact on the Alachua biotechnology ecosystem. Hear from Mary El-Semarani and Jeff Heslep as they share insights on biotech education, workforce development, and emerging technologies shaping our region. ☕ This event is open to the public! Register by noon on February 26th to secure your spot. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eXUS-Ng4
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We're thrilled to share that Piyush Jain, co-founder of CasNx, one of our incredible client companies, has been recognized as a senior member of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). This prestigious recognition highlights his unwavering dedication to advancing healthcare technology. 🔬 Congratulations, Piyush! We look forward to all the future breakthroughs you’ll bring to life. 🚀 #CasNx #HealthTech #UFresearch
Two University of Florida faculty members, Nian Wang and Piyush Jain have been elected as senior members of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). Wang, a leader in citrus biotech research at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, has made significant contributions using CRISPR gene-editing technology to combat citrus greening. Jain, an associate professor at the UF Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering, has developed innovative genome-editing tools and diagnostics, including an at-home HIV test kit. They are among 162 emerging academic inventors recognized by the NAI this year. This recognition highlights their remarkable contributions to innovation and advancement in their fields. We are grateful for their dedication to research and technology that drives progress forward.
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That’s a wrap on our February Pizza Party! 🍕 A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by to celebrate February birthdays, welcome new team members, and recognize our incredible client companies. It’s always a pleasure to see our #HubSweetHome come together and connect. A special shoutout to Genet Labs, Loss Prevention Research Council (LPRC), and Tera Insights! Your hard work continues to inspire our community. We want to wish you all a happy Hub anniversary! 🎉 Missed the fun? Don’t worry, our next pizza party is in March! #UFInnovate #Community #GNV
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Exciting news! 🧠 Accelerate alum Oragenics, Inc is teaming up with BRAINBox Solutions, Inc. to revolutionize concussion diagnosis and treatment! This partnership aims to develop the first intranasal therapy for mild traumatic brain injury, combining cutting-edge diagnostics with innovative therapeutics. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eZkZ4QPA #UFnews
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