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Program Assistant
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Job ID 74886
Job Funding Source Non-Work-Study
Employer Women in Science and Engineering
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

 

UM Women in Science and Engineering hosts an annual summer camp called Girls in Science and Engineering (WISE GISE) for one week from June 15-19. We are hiring 6 camp counselors/program assistants to participate in the day to day running of our week of STEM fun. This is a short term position, with around 10 hours of paid training and then one week of working 8:30am-5:30pm.
 
Since this is a temporary 40 hour a week position, you cannot work at another job during the week of camp. However, you are welcome to have another job (e.g. research on campus) that you return to the following week.
 
WISE GISE counselors work in groups of two managing 20 campers with support from WISE staff. Campers are rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders, 12-14 years old. We spend the week between Central and North campuses, going on lab tours, doing experiments, exploring campus, and generally having a good time and making our campers curious, empowered, and excited about a career in STEM. A separate staff of faculty and students will handle the instructional duties. Our camp counselors are there to ensure the safety of our campers and build a supportive community during their week. We would love to have you join our team leading the next generation of STEM scholars!
 
Apply here: https://airtable.com/appQHlmlwwjsvZMFi/pagMfwV3geJV7ndtb/form
Educational Value

Facilitation, classroom management, networking with students and faculty across departments, building a sense of community and STEM identity
Job Requirements

Must be on campus all day to chaperone the youth for the week June 15-19. There is no opportunity to leave early or arrive late.

Able to walk long distances across campus, work on your feet and occasionally outside, keep a consistent headcount of campers

Experince working with youth, ideally in a similiar summer camp structure

STEM background helpful but not required

Confidence that you can maintain the safety and wellbeing of middle school aged youth and adhere to Children on Campus protocols around safe and appropriate behavior and interactions

Interest in supporting the next generation of scientists and engineers

Able to build a strong team bond and encourage friendships among youth participants through icebreakers and informal activities

Maintain a positive attitude and connection with youth throughout the week
Hourly Rate $15.00/hour to $20.00/hour
Hours 29.0 hours per week
Time Frame Spring/Summer
Start Date Monday, June 15, 2026
End Date Friday, June 19, 2026
Primary Contact Victoria Alden
Primary Contact's Email vial@umich.edu
Supervisor Victoria Alden
Work Location WISE Office, as well as across Central and North campuses.
Phone 734-763-5472
Fax N/A