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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring Part-Time STEM Academy Curriculum Development Assistants. These assistants will develop out-of-school module content in STEM areas including Engineering, Math, Physics, IST, and Computer Science for a high school program, working 8-12 hours weekly starting February 5, 2026.

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Develop out-of-school STEM module content for a high school program in fields such as Engineering, Math, Physics, IST, and Computer Science.
Part-time position requiring 8-12 hours of work per week, starting February 5, 2026.
Hourly wage starts at a minimum of $18/hour, with potential increases based on experience and long-term involvement.
Requires uploading a resume with the application.
Employment contingent upon successful completion of background checks according to University policies.
Position is at Pennsylvania State University Abington Campus.
Applicants must be aware that approval for remote or hybrid work is not guaranteed.
Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Position contributes to a math and science based high school STEM Academy program.
Project involves up to five assistant positions to support module development.

Part Time - STEM Academy - Curriculum Development Assistant Full Description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Pennsylvania State University Abington Campus is searching for up to five (5) part-time STEM Academy Module Development Assistants for a math and science based high school program. The Assistants will be responsible for developing out-of-school module content in STEM fields (Engineering, Math, Physics, IST, Computer Science). Project activities will begin on February 5, 2026. Module Development Assistants will generally work between 8-12 hours per week. Hourly wages for this opening are based on experience with a minimum of $18/hour with long-term participation in the project potentially being at a higher rate and/or for additional hours.

If interested, please upload a resume with your application.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

If interested, please upload a resume with your application.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.