Education Program Specialist- Nittany AI
About The Position
The Nittany AI Alliance is hiring an early-career Education Program Specialist to support the Nittany AI Challenge and help develop AI tools that support program operations. The role works with the program manager to improve student learning experiences, provide technical support to interns, mentor Challenge participants, support workshops and events, and track program outcomes. The position offers the opportunity to pursue a master's degree during the appointment. It is funded for one year; continuation beyond that period depends on university need, performance, and/or funding availability. The position involves regular on-campus engagement during the semester, typically three to four days each week, at University Park. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required; hours can be flexed when such work is necessary. Remote or hybrid work approval is not guaranteed. Employment is contingent on successful completion of required background checks, and applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States; Penn State does not sponsor staff employment visas.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree; previous relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of education.
- No prior relevant work experience is required.
- Comfort with technology and ability to learn and troubleshoot new AI tools and platforms.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines, teams, and moving parts.
- Ability to work in person at University Park, including occasional evening and weekend hours.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States; Penn State does not sponsor staff employment visas.
- Successful completion of university-required background checks.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Nittany AI Alliance programs, the Nittany AI Challenge, or similar programs such as hackathons, accelerators, or student innovation competitions.
- Experience mentoring or leading peers or student teams.
- Experience supporting others with technical tools, such as tutoring, help desk work, teaching assistance, or peer mentoring.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and leadership skills.
- Passion for project-based learning, mentorship, and applied AI.
Responsibilities
- Support the program manager in improving learning experiences, workflows, team collaboration, and effective use of AI tools.
- Serve as the first point of contact for student interns' technical needs, including troubleshooting AI tools and platforms, supporting development work, and setting up tools and accounts.
- Assist the program manager with mentoring and supporting Challenge participants, including guiding project development, team collaboration, and effective use of AI tools.
- Support planning and leading technical workshops, including HackPSU, ideation sessions, and team-building activities.
- Track workshop attendance and program milestones, gather participant feedback, and help prepare annual impact reports.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement plans.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
- 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children.
- Opportunity to pursue a master's degree during the appointment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
