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Work Study Innovation Assistant

Bridgewater State University · United States
Deadline
Oct 16, 2026
Closing in 35 days
Location
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United States
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None
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Posted Sep 11, 2026

About the role

Work Study Innovation Assistant Bookmark this Position Request Print Preview Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details.

For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact: Christina McCauley [email protected]

Posting Details

Position Information

Title Work Study Innovation Assistant

Position Description Seeking BSU students who want to help other BSU students design their BSU!

The Student Professional Development Office (SPDO) is a new office that supports student growth through life design, professional skill development, and in-person and virtual engaged learning. Innovation Assistants will play an important role in helping students grow confidence, spark curiosity, and build professional skills and life plans for success while at BSU and beyond.

Depending on skills and interests, an Innovation Assistant may participate in duties within one or more of the following areas:

  • Program and Event Support: Assist with preparation, setup, delivery, and breakdown of events and programs. Prepare and organize event materials, supplies, and swag. Assist with tracking and evaluations. Support in-person, virtual, and hybrid events.
  • Campus Outreach and Student Engagement : Actively engage students in hands-on activities. Share office resources, information, and upcoming program details. Contribute to brainstorming sessions with staff and other innovation assistants to envision new programs and approaches to increase student awareness and participation.
  • Communications and Creative Projects: Assist with design for marketing, activities, and event materials; presentations and special projects. Create and post on social media. Training will be provided, if needed, for using Canva, video creation platforms, EngageBSU, Instagram, etc.

    • This position operates within a collaborative, team-oriented environment that values creativity, curiosity, innovation, communication, inclusion, and professional growth.

    Work may take place in shared office spaces, classrooms, event venues, collaborative environments, virtual platforms, and other campus locations depending on program and project needs. Student employees should be comfortable interacting with individuals and groups of varying sizes and adapting to different responsibilities and work environments.

    Training, onboarding, program preparation materials, mentorship, coaching, and ongoing professional development will be provided to support success in the role.

    SPDO student employees are active contributors to the office's mission. They will have opportunities to develop, practice, reflect upon, and articulate professional skills throughout their employment experience. Eligibility requirements:

  • Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for a minimum of six credits for the Fall 2026 semester.
  • Must have Work Study award in your financial aid package

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Dependable and able to arrive on time for scheduled shifts
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with support and guidance; ability to work independently and in a team
  • Comfortable with using technology

    • Physical Demands

  • Ability to work at a computer and complete project-based assignments
  • Ability to assist with program preparation, event setup, event breakdown, and organizational tasks
  • Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of program materials and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds
  • Ability to work in office, classroom, event, and virtual environments while interacting with students, faculty, staff, and community partners

    • Special Conditions for Eligibility Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer. EEO Statement Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law. Hourly Rate 15.00

    Posting Detail Information

    Posting Number Stu06084P

    Open Date Close Date 10/16/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact: Christina McCauley [email protected]

    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

  • Are you a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student enrolled in a degree program registered for at least six credits?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Work Study is a requirement for this position. Students who meet certain financial criteria may be awarded Work Study through financial aid. Have you been awarded Work Study as part of your financial aid package?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Please provide the dollar amount of your Work Study award. This information is available in your financial aid package. If you need to verify, please contact your Financial Aid Counselor or the Financial Aid Office at 508-531-1341 or [email protected]

    • (Open Ended Question)

  • Please provide the days and hours you would be available to work. Hours must be outside of your scheduled class times.

    • (Open Ended Question)

  • Have you ever worked on campus before?
  • Yes
  • No
    • Documents Needed To Apply

    Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Class Schedule

    • Optional Documents

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