Work Study Posn Student - UWIN Makerspace Tech, Academic Technology Services

University of Wyoming•Laramie, WY

19h•$12 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Wyoming's Coe Student Innovation Center (CSIC) is seeking enthusiastic, creative student innovators to help run its makerspace lab and support day-to-day operations. This part-time position involves demonstrating creative problem-solving, learning and utilizing non-traditional tools, and maintaining a positive attitude. The role requires an interest in or experience with makerspace hardware, software, and fabrication, including monitoring and maintaining CSIC hardware and software for optimal performance. The Makerspace Aide will also be involved in formulating and implementing policies and procedures for equipment maintenance, interacting positively with a diverse population, and serving as a CSIC ambassador. Responsibilities include answering questions, assisting users with 3D designs, providing troubleshooting, and promoting CSIC resources. The position may also involve providing small group instruction, orientations, workshops, and tutorials, including creating teaching materials. Strong verbal, writing, and presentation skills are necessary, with experience in media communication being a plus. The Makerspace Aide will attend staff meetings and training sessions to achieve CSIC objectives and enhance professional growth. The role focuses on makerspace upkeep, programming, visitor engagement, and fabrication of various projects, with an emphasis on STEAM education, outreach, and active participation as a "Maker". The Aide will collaborate effectively with other departments across UW to meet CSIC expectations and goals.

Requirements

High School Education or higher.
Must be eligible, have received and accepted work study award through Student Financial Aid for the applicable semester and/or academic year.
Enthusiasm for emergent technology, tinkering, discovery, creative design, and a mind for DIY projects.

Nice To Haves

Experience in 3D printing equipment, modeling software, electronic teaching kits, circuitry, and robotics.
Experience in at least one of the following areas: 3D printing, modeling, scanning, robotics, electronics, coding, STEAM lesson plan development, or academic outreach.
Graphic (Photoshop, Illustrator) and digital design software experience.
Interest or experience in media communication such as website, social platforms, blogs.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate creative problem-solving instincts and ability to quickly learn and utilize non-traditional tools.
Remain positive, enthusiastic, flexible, and upbeat in the face of challenges.
Have an interest in or experience with makerspace hardware, software, and fabrication.
Monitor and maintain the CSIC hardware and software for optimal performance, including learning about the technology, performing troubleshooting, and working with the Makerspace Coordinator to resolve issues.
Formulate and implement policies and procedures for maintaining CSIC equipment including but not limited to: 3D printers, various electronics, computers, tools, and assorted hardware.
Interact, assist, and engage effectively and positively with a diverse population of K-12 Aides, UW students, faculty, staff, and members of the Laramie community.
Serve as an effective CSIC ambassador by answering questions, assisting visitors and users with constructing 3D designs, providing troubleshooting, and promoting CSIC resources.
Have an interest in or demonstrated ability to provide small group instruction, orientation, workshops, and tutorials, including creating and developing teaching materials, handouts, and online resources.
Demonstrate strong verbal, writing, and presentation skills.
Attend staff meetings and/or training sessions to achieve CSIC objectives, encourage teamwork, strengthen and promote communication, and enhance professional growth.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Responsible for makerspace upkeep, programing, visitor engagement, and fabrication of various projects for the CSIC.
Focus on a range of experiences centered in STEAM education, outreach, as well as being a regular, active “Maker”.
Work smoothly and effectively with other departments across UW, while striving to meet CSIC expectations and goals.