GO-STEM Mobile Maker Lab Student Worker

The GO STEM Mobile Maker Lab is a K-12 outreach program that serves 7 counties in Eastern Oregon and is based out of EOU. This academic year marks the launch of the in-school programming which consists of traveling to schools and conducting STEM related activities. Already, there has been high demand for our program leading us to open this position. We are searching for an organized and reliable student worker that is interested in STEM education and outreach that will work within our EOU office location. The student worker does not need to have any high-level experience with STEM education or lab activities, but is expected to learn about the activities that we have created and understand the basic concepts. Because this program is centered on traveling to schools across Eastern Oregon, the duties will mostly involve helping to pack and unpack totes of our supplies, loading these totes into vehicles (low level of strength required), creating inventory lists, communicating with us on items that may need to be reordered, cleaning our work areas, and organizing materials. However, additional tasks include helping us test out newly created STEM activities, sending thank you notes to the teachers we have worked with, and providing support with creating contact lists. This is a dynamic role that may have you doing something a little different every day. In terms of support, you will have two GO STEM members to offer guidance and help with completing assigned tasks. Again, we are not looking for someone with the most STEM related experience or knowledge, but the drive to help this program operate smoothly. This position will match well with individuals that enjoy creative projects, sorting/organizing, researching, and problem solving.

Supervisors Name & Title	Kyle Peterson, Mobile Maker Lab Lead Program Manager
Student Job Title	GO-STEM Mobile Maker Lab Student Worker
Department	Education GO STEM
Position Funding	Work-study required
Number of Student Positions	1
Job Category	Student employee
Job Level & Compensation/Wage	$14.20 per hour (Level 3)
Job Location	On-campus, in-person
Job Duration	Typically aligned with the academic year
Type of work schedule	Part-time; flexible hours primarily during weekdays to align with office hours and program schedules
Estimated numbers of hours per week	10-15 hours
Promotional-focused position summary:	Join the Education GO STEM team at Eastern Oregon University as a Mobile Maker Lab Student Worker! This dynamic role supports the K-12 outreach program that serves seven counties in Eastern Oregon. You will assist in organizing and maintaining materials for STEM activities, traveling to schools, and conducting STEM-related activities. This position is ideal for students interested in STEM education and outreach who are organized, reliable, and eager to learn.
Experiential Leaning:	As a GO-STEM Mobile Maker Lab Student Worker, you will gain practical experience in educational outreach, STEM activity facilitation, and project management. You will develop skills in organizing materials, creating inventory lists, and engaging with students and educators. This role provides an excellent opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge from your STEM courses to real-world educational activities.
Professional Development:	This position offers numerous professional development opportunities. You will receive job-specific training provided by the GO STEM program and participate in University-wide training events. Additionally, you will have access to multicultural-sponsored training activities, career exploration activities via Career Services, and resume reviews with Career Services and/or WorkSource Oregon. These experiences will help you build professional competencies such as project management, teamwork, and public speaking, preparing you for careers in education, outreach, or any field requiring strong organizational and interpersonal abilities.
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions:	– Unpack and pack travel totes with materials needed for STEM activities. – Sort materials to determine what supplies need to be restocked and reorder as necessary. – Create and update inventory lists for new STEM activities. – Clean and fix materials as needed. – Send thank-you notes and performance survey links to teachers after school visits. – Test new STEM labs and provide feedback. – Pack “swag bags” with branded items for distribution to students. – Occasionally travel to an off-campus storage unit for supplies. – Conduct research on job opportunities and growth related to new STEM lab topics. – Assist in brainstorming solutions for new activities and program improvements.
Minimum Qualifications:	– Current or following term undergraduate enrollment of at least 6 credits/graduate enrollment of 9 credits. – Must be in good academic standing (GPA 2.0 or higher). – Pass a background check prior to employment offer.
Preferred Qualifications:	– No specific qualifications related to education level or coursework. – Some experience with customer service and record keeping is beneficial.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:	– Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. – Good communication skills capable of interacting positively with young students and educators. – Interest and basic knowledge in STEM fields with enthusiasm to learn more about educational outreach. – Ability to work effectively in dynamic and sometimes noisy environments, maintaining a positive and professional demeanor.
Required Application Material:	– Resume – Intro/Cover Letter
Send Application Materials To:	Kyle Peterson, Mobile Maker Lab Lead Program Manager
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Special Message	Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
Position Description	https://www.eou.edu/career/files/2024/06/GO-STEM-Mobile-Maker-Lab-Student-Worker.pdf