Work at the Wond’ry
Full Time Positions:
Program Manager, Innovation Facilitation
The Program Manager, Innovation Facilitation, operates within Vanderbilt University’s Wond’ry, an Innovation Center, where they assume a pivotal role as a key team member. We are actively seeking an adaptable and dynamic Program Manager who possesses exceptional multitasking skills, a genuine interest in exploring and implementing innovation processes, and adept communication abilities to join our innovative team. Responsible for fostering a creative and collaborative environment that generates innovative ideas and solutions, this role involves leading brainstorming sessions, workshops, and ideation processes that harness the collective creativity of cross-functional teams. The Innovation Facilitator facilitates a structured approach to idea generation while encouraging a culture of open-minded exploration and experimentation. Collaborating closely with the Innovation and Design Strategy (I&DS) team, you will shape program strategies, oversee successful delivery of program and workshops, and steer implementation to yield meaningful outcomes for all stakeholders.
The Wond’ry Internship Network (WIN) provides a platform for undergraduate and graduate students from Tennessee-based institutions of higher learning to reach their inner innovator. Students can explore their passions by choosing between a variety of opportunities within one of the many Wond’ry practice areas (Biomedical Innovation, Social Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Innovation Research & Design, Making, the Launch Incubator, and the Wond’ry itself). Through each project, interns not only learn relevant skills but also make an impact by assisting in trailblazing work.
View all of the open opportunities here.
If you are a student interested in applying as an intern through the Wond’ry Internship Network please apply here!
If you are a Tennessee based venture interested in hosting an intern through the Wond’ry Internship Network please register your interest here!
Student Wond’ry Positions
Students, are you interested in learning how to use and teach the equipment in our Makerspaces? Are you passionate about making a social impact in our Social Innovation area? Do you want to help others take their ideas and make them into full fledged ventures in Entrepreneurship? Or maybe you are passionate about social media, graphic design, or web. No matter what your area of interest is, we have a place for you at the Wond’ry. Fill out this interest form to learn more.