Job Summary
Undergraduate Assistant, Summer Position – The Knowledge Lab
The Knowledge Lab is the Purdue Libraries’ makerspace. The Purdue community can use a variety of materials, tools, equipment, and software to experiment and rapid prototype their ideas. Low-stakes, rapid-prototyping tools and equipment include a vinyl cutter, sewing machines, Riso printer, a podcast booth, heat presses, knitting and crocheting tools, cardboard, fabric, among other resources. This Lab serves as a first stop in a pipeline of opportunities on campus to fully actualize ideas.
The undergraduate assistant (UA) provides support to the Knowledge Lab Manager. The UA will work with the Lab Manager to support students’ use of equipment and materials. Over the summer, primary responsibilities include working on large projects for the lab including making tutorial videos, equipment maintenance, cleaning and maintaining the organization of the Lab, among other daily responsibilities.
This position is $15hr for 20 hours a week, starting May 18th through August 14th, with the potential for the position to continue into the 2026-2027 school year.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Must be a current undergraduate student
- We are specifically looking for people with sewing or audio and video skills. Other areas of expertise that we will consider include – crafts (knitting, crocheting), Cricut equipment, graphic design software (Photoshop and Illustrator), cardboard prototyping, etc.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication skills
- Enjoy working with people
- Schedule that allows for some evening hours
To Apply
To apply, please upload a current resume or CV with a cover letter that explains how your specific skills would support what the Knowledge Lab offers.