COE Student Innovation Labs (iLabs) Assistant

Position Information Job Title COE Student Innovation Labs (iLabs) Assistant Appointment Type Student Employee Job Location Corvallis Position Appointment Percent 100 Appointment Basis 12 Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Remote or Hybrid option? Min Hourly Rate $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro) Max Hourly Rate $21.50 (Standard); $19.50 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro) Position Summary This recruitment will be used to fill four (4) Innovation Labs Student Technical Assistant positions to support Summer activities within the College of Engineering (COE) at Oregon State University (OSU). These positions will allow for up to 40 hours a week for students enrolled in less than 6 undergraduate/5 graduate credit hours for the Summer term, or up to 20 hours for students registered for more than 6 undergraduate/5 graduate credit hours. These positions will end at the end of Summer term (Friday, September 4th), however a limited number of applicants may be offered longer term student employment at staff discretion, based on performance during Summer term. The CoE Innovation Labs Student Technical Assistant responsibilities include: Operate, calibrate, and maintain machines, equipment, and tools. Consult with full-time staff to diagnose existing problems, and assist in the generation of new solutions as appropriate. Under the guidance and advice of full-time staff, develop and creative engineering solutions intended to facilitate improved shop operations and maintain a safe, functional working environment. Advise iLabs users, build connections with peers and other user groups, and improve user experience through the application of thoughtful advice. Direct users toward appropriate solution(s) while maintaining a respectful and empowering environment. Support full-time Machinists with research prototyping and production jobs, implementing strategies and techniques developed via trainings and co-work with other staff. Cooperate with full-time staff and other student workers to develop and implement shop layout andanizational solutions. Assist with relocation of large machines, equipment, and materials, both manually and with mechanical assistance. Perform duties and tasks in support of the College of Engineering and its facilities, under guidance from iLabs and/or College of Engineering Facilities staff NACE Competencies (ordered by frequency of appearance in job duties): Technology, Critical Thinking, Professionalism, Communication, Teamwork, Equity and Inclusion, Career and Professional Development, Leadership Transferable Skill Development OSU ismitted to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. Thepetencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Critical Thinking, Professionalism, and Equity & Inclusion. Position Duties Position Duties Please note: Percentages listed represent an average across all iLabs student workers over the course of a full academic year, and may not reflect the specific distribution of tasks for an individual employee for any given term. 30%: Shop layout andanization. 20%: Space, machine, and equipment maintenance and calibration. 15%: Engineering development, design, and implementation. 15%: User assistance. 10%: Research prototyping and production. 10%: Support tasks for CoE Facilities Minimum Qualifications Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found : hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements Must be academically enrolled in a high school,munity college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term• Graduate student officially admitted to

Graduate School:

5 credit hours per term Graduate international student officially admitted to

Graduate School:

9 credit hours per term•International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center. Additional Required Qualifications Additional Required Qualifications Demonstrated ability to safely work in a shop environment or similarly hazardous workspace. Experience or significant interest in manual andputer-driven manufacturing processes. Experience or significant interest in designing products and/or engineering solutions. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; tfore, the incumbent must successfullyplete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years. Preferred (Special) Qualifications 1+ year of experience in CNC machining or CNC related coursework and/or work experience. 1+ year of experience in product design using CAD software, and/or experience programming CNC toolpaths using CAM software. 1+ year of experience with lathes, mills, or similar. Experience with woodworking and/or metalworking tools. Working Conditions / Work Schedule Working Conditions / Work Schedule Work to be performed in Innovation Labs located in Rogers, Merryfield, and Graf Halls. Working hours will generally fall within shop operating hours: 7am-7pm Monday through Friday. May be required to individually lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds of weight (with or without mechanical assistance).

For additional information please contact:

Erin McDowell at Erin.

McDowelloregonstate.edu or Janet Knudson at janet.knudsonoregonstate.edu Posting Detail Information Posting Number

P12927SE

Number of Vacancies 4 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 04/06/2026 Anticipated Appointment End Date 09/04/2026 Posting Date 03/11/2026 Full Consideration Date 05/01/2026 Closing Date 05/29/2026 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students Special Instructions to Applicants When ing you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: A Resume A Cover Letter For additional information please contact: Erin McDowell at erin.mcdowelloregonstate.edu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; tfore, the incumbent must successfullyplete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public prior to hire.

Note:

All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval