Business Office Intern - Temporary

Overview

Research Animal Program – Laboratory Animal Resources Business Office Internship

 

The Research Animal Program Business Office at Princeton University is seeking an engaged and motivated Business Office Intern to support the administrative operations of a busy, high‑impact research program that serves the University’s scientific community. This internship is a 20–25 hour per week position, with the possibility of additional hours as needed during peak periods. It is ideal for a candidate interested in learning how a research support unit functions behind the scenes, including exposure to administrative operations, compliance requirements, and the regulatory framework that governs animal research programs.

 

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, curious, detail‑oriented, and eager to learn how administrative, financial, and operational processes come together to support a complex research environment. The intern will gain hands‑on experience working with staff across the research enterprise and will develop practical skills in communication, organization, and workflow management.

 

This is a temporary position offering up to $20 per hour, depending on experience. 

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support — Assist with day‑to‑day office operations, including scheduling, meeting coordination, document preparation, and general communications.
• Regulatory & Compliance Exposure — Learn how compliance and regulatory requirements shape the administration of a research animal facility; assist with organizing and maintaining required documentation.
• Procurement & Supply Chain Support — Shadow the procurement workflow, including ordering medical equipment, research animals, supplies, and specialty products; assist with receiving and inventory tracking.
• Data Entry & Billing — Support higher‑level departmental functions such as data entry in business software systems, reviewing invoices, and learning how billing processes are managed.
• Event & Task Coordination — Assist with planning small departmental events, managing timelines, and supporting internal communications.
• Research Community Interaction — Work comfortably within the research community and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Departmental Projects — Contribute to ongoing organizational projects, help streamline workflows, and support initiatives that enhance service delivery across the department.

Qualifications

Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently.

Ability to lift 30 lbs, ability to open packages, boxes, and materials, and move furniture for set-up of events and meetings.

Ability to walk a 1/2 mile a couple of times a day if needed.

Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Ability to complete detailed assignments by assigned deadlines and to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Excellent interpersonal skills (oral and written).

Must have proficiency with technology and Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.

 

Be advised that you will be contacted only if there is further interest in your application. Your candidate dashboard may not display status updates for this requisition.

 

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

 

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

 

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Standard Weekly Hours

0.00

Eligible for Overtime

Yes

Benefits Eligible

No

Probationary Period

N/A

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

No

Estimated Appointment End Date

9/14/2026

Physical Capacity Exam Required

No

Valid Driver’s License Required

No

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Salary Range

$15.92 Minimum H