Each year, the Mack Institute provides fellowships for students and early-career researchers interested in innovation management. This includes a two-year predoctoral program for recent graduates and semester-long research assistantships for current Wharton and Penn students. Occasionally, we have sponsored postdoctoral students.
Research Assistantships
Through Research Assistantship, current Wharton and Penn students can work closely with our faculty and funded researchers on topics relevant to current innovation challenges. Participants strengthen their analytical, decision-making, and leadership skills while gaining research and practical experience. The Mack Institute offers fellowships for both individuals and teams throughout the academic year. Students interested in participating will take part in an application process.
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Recent Project Topics Include:
- Generative AI and Creativity
- Commercialization of Healthcare Technology
- Supply Chain Managment
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
- Corporate Venturing
- Innovation Ecosystems
- Health and Performance of Open-Source Software (OSS) Communities
- Electric and Autonomous Vehicles
Mack Predoctoral Fellowship
Through our predoctoral program, recent undergraduates receive sponsorship to work closely with Wharton professors on research projects. Fellowships last two years and are based on Wharton’s Philadelphia campus. The program is an excellent choice for students who want to strengthen their academic and research credentials before applying to competitive Ph.D. programs. Applications for predoctoral fellowships are opened as they become available. You can find and apply for any open positions on the Careers at Penn web portal.