Student - Design Thinking Lab Assistant

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

The opportunity

Job Summary

Southern New Hampshire University is currently seeking a responsible and detail-oriented student employee to work on the Academic Affairs team as a CPBL Design Thinking Lab Assistant, to oversee the CPBL design center and assist the CPBL Director. NOTE: YOU MUST BE RECOMMENDED FOR THESE POSITIONS BY A FACULTY MEMBER. 

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a weekly schedule to manage lab space, supplies, and to assist students as needed.  
• Collaborate with the CPBL Faculty Lead (or their designee) to create a calendar of events that will help students network with their faculty, staff and students who are part of their major. 
• Promote events for the space, (posters, Brightspace, and social media).  
• Create a space reservation system for the Annex Design Thinking space. 
• Facilitate workshops alongside CPBL Faculty Lead in the Design Thinking space.  
• Oversee the checkout and return process for all photo and video equipment stores in the Annex including:
• Monitor and fulfill equipment rental requests via the existing website or direct sign out
• Grant access to the room for students and faculty
• Check that returned equipment is in good working order
• Return equipment to proper storage locations
• Report damage detected
• Other duties, responsibilities or activities may be assigned at any time. 
• Provide feedback to faculty and the team to help meet students’ needs. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Be a student enrolled in an Undergraduate On Campus Day program at SNHU.  
• Recommendation from a faculty member.  
• Familiarity with Design Thinking and basic design software (Adobe Creative Suite). 
• Attendance, punctuality, and reliability are essential functions of this role.  

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Ability to promote using social media. 
• Basic knowledge of photo and video equipment and/or an eagerness to learn more about media technology.
• Highly dependable and flexible. 
• Patient, detail-oriented, compassionate, helpful. 

Learning Outcomes (NACE Competencies)

• Develop Communication skills through professional interactions with students, staff, and faculty.
• Strengthen Teamwork skills by collaborating with department staff and fellow student employees.
• Build Professionalism through reliability, accountability, and workplace etiquette.
• Enhance Technology skills through the use of office systems, software, or specialized tools.
• Practice Leadership by taking initiative and supporting departmental goals.
• Develop Equity & Inclusion awareness by interacting respectfully with diverse populations.

Work Schedule

Between 8-10 hours per week on average, however extra hours may be available with approval. 

We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $13.00 - $15.00. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations.