Nonduke Student/Intern

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Requisition Number: 269331

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Personnel Area: UNIVERSITY

Date: Apr 22, 2026

Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Be You.

At Duke, we believe meaningful research starts with people who bring curiosity, compassion, and organization to their work. As a Non‑Duke Student Intern, you’ll play an important role in supporting Duke’s Puppy Kindergarten research and training program, contributing to hands-on behavioral research while collaborating with students, researchers, and program staff in a supportive academic environment.

You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy working with animals, value teamwork, and are excited to help undergraduate students succeed in a research setting.

Be Bold.

This role offers the opportunity to take initiative, lead day-to-day activities, and help ensure high-quality research operations. You’ll gain practical experience managing people, protocols, and data while supporting innovative research focused on canine behavior and development.

What You’ll Do:

Coordinate and run behavioral testing sessions with dogs as part of the Puppy Kindergarten program
Manage and support undergraduate student research assistants
Ensure adherence to established research protocols and procedures
Assist with data collection, organization, and basic record management
Support daily program operations to keep research activities running smoothly

Choose Duke.

At Duke University, you’ll be part of a mission-driven institution known for excellence in research, education, and collaboration. This paid, casual internship provides valuable exposure to research operations, team leadership, and animal-focused studies—experience that supports both academic and professional growth.

Appointment Details:

Anticipated start: Mid-May 2026
Initial term: 4 months
Employment type: Paid, casual basis; bi-weekly employee

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and contribute to meaningful research while gaining hands-on experience at Duke.

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $0.00 to USD $0.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond thedollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: DAAS@duke.edu; phone: 919-668-1267).