P/T Engineering Student Project Assistant-Engineering & Physical Sciences Department

Category:: Part Time Non-Benefited Positions
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Department:: Engineering & Physical Sciences Department
Locations:: Boston, MA
Posted:: Mar 25, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: PT No Benefits
Position ID:: 174010

About Bunker Hill Community College:

Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) is a multi-campus institution with vibrant, urban campuses in Boston, Massachusetts, in nearby Chelsea, Massachusetts, and at several satellites and instructional sites throughout the Greater Boston area. The largest of the 15 community colleges in Massachusetts, BHCC serves some 18,000 students annually, focusing on holistic student services to ensure student retention and persistence. The College offers certificates and associate degrees, early college and dual enrollment, non-credit community and corporate training, and industry-specific training programs. BHCC is the 8th most diverse higher education institution in the United States, and is an Asian American and Pacific Islander Serving Institution. Bunker Hill is also a Hispanic Service Institution, defined as an institution that has an enrollment of undergrad full-time equivalent students that is at least 25 percent Hispanic students. Approximately 1000 international students attend from 100 countries, speaking more than 75 languages.

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Job Description:

Part Time Engineering Student Project Assistant:We are seeking motivated BHCC students who are enrolled in any engineering, computer science, or physics programs. The job is focused on educational development in quantum technology. Students will have the opportunity to work with 3D printers, laser cutters, and 3D scanners to develop skills that are essential in the engineering design and fabrication field which are also rewarded skills in optics and quantum technology. Educational packages will be provided.

Responsibilities:

• Be present at BHCC main campus 2 or 3 days a week for approximately 5 hours on each day. (Maximum hours per week is 18 hours.)
• Assist the faculty with 3D printers, laser cutters, and 3D scanners to design and fabricate products for educational purposes.
• Work with electronic boards such as Arduino or Raspberry Pi.
• Write technical reports and develop instructions for instruments.
• Be willing to independently learn Python programming, 3D modeling, photo editing, and artificial intelligence.
• Work independently and as part of a team to complete projects.
• Participate in training and professional development activities as needed.
• Assisting faculty to establish lab safety protocols in the engineering lab rooms.
• Assisting faculty in setting up student quantum events and coordination with other departments and companies if needed.
• Follow the instructions of BHCC faculty and lab technicians.

Requirements:

BHCC STEM Student with:

• Coursework in Physics, Engineering, and Computer Science (including introductory courses) will be considered as qualifications
• Currently enrolled in an engineering, computer science, or physics program at BHCC.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Adobe products is highly desired but not required.
• Strong interest in modern physics and quantum technology.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills and technologies independently.
• Strong written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate with faculty and staff at BHCC.

Additional Information:

Position Details:

Duration: Spring 2024 into Summer 2024-Project work ongoing beginning April 16, 2024 to August 31, 2024
Schedule: 2 or 3 days a week, approximately 5 hours per day but no more than 18 hours per week.
Compensation: $18.5 per hour, up to 18 hours per week.
Equipment and supplies: 3D printer, laser cutter, 3D scanner, and software licenses will be provided.
This position is sponsored by Harvard University under NSF grant (CIQM).

Application Instructions:

To be considered for this position please upload the following documents to your account:

• Resume (please include your student ID and GPA in your resume)
• Cover Letter

Please be sure to address the Required Qualifications in your documents.

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