Outreach Student Assistant
Outreach Student Assistant
Currently hiring for Fall and Winter 2026-2027
10-25 hours per week
All majors are welcome to apply!
High demand for Education, Engineering, and Natural Science Majors
Attention Pre-Education majors: Please note this can count towards the required hours for working with children
You must complete this form to be considered for the position. Our field trips are from 8::45 (setup) to 1:30 (clean up and breakdown).
Compensation: $17 per hour
Position Description:
Assist with Oakland University's STEM outreach programs by leading hands-on experiments, conducting guided STEM modules, and supporting educational activities for K–12 students. Help facilitate field trips by providing engaging Energy Tours, preparing and cleaning laboratories, assisting with bioengineering programs, and ensuring a safe, positive, and interactive learning environment for all participants.
Essential Duties:
- Conduct STEM modules and hands-on experiments using guided lesson plans and instructions.
- Lead engaging science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) activities for K–12 students.
- Facilitate bioengineering experiments for middle school students during the Wednesday Bioengineering Cohort (4:00–6:00 p.m.).
- Serve as an Energy Tour guide, providing interactive campus and engineering facility tours for K–12 field trip groups.
- Explain STEM concepts in an age-appropriate, engaging, and interactive manner.
- Assist with the setup, organization, and cleanup of STEM activities and laboratory materials.
- Supervise students during field trips and outreach programs to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
- Support outreach staff with planning and implementing educational programs and special events.
- Guide students throughout campus during tours, workshops, and scheduled activities.
- Perform additional administrative and program support duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Must attend Oakland University
- Energetic with strong communication skills
- Comfortable with working with children ages 4 to 17 years of age
- Interest in Education, Science, Engineering, Technology, or Mathematics preferred
- Strong leadership skills
- Must pass a background check through a third party organization
- Must be available during required hours. Please complete the Google Form.
Position details
Job title
Outreach Student Assistant
Position type
On Campus Student Employment
Work-Study program
No
Location requirements
Location type
Onsite
Onsite location
Rochester, Michigan, United States of America
Time requirements
Schedule
Part time
Employment duration
Permanent
Compensation and benefits
Expected pay
17–17 USD per hour
Additional compensation
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Benefits
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Perks
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Additional benefits
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Categorize your job
Job role groups
Teaching Assistants (Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School)
Candidate qualifications
Work authorization
This job does not require US work authorization
Skills
Critical ThinkingService OrientationSocial Perceptiveness
Degree level
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School year
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Latest graduation date
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Major groups
Secondary EducationSpecial EducationEducation AdministrationGeneral EngineeringHigher Education
Minimum GPA
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Application process
Application open range
February 3, 2025 at 6:00 AM EST–May 3, 2025 at 6:00 AM EDT
Number of hires
4
How will candidates submit applications?
On Handshake
Additional required documents on Handshake
Resume
Your hiring team
Job owner
christina bolden
Hiring team members
KeyVonna Taylor