| Location | Wichita, KS |
| Salary | $15–$19 Per Hour |
FirePoint Program Student Assistant
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Department
FirePoint Innovations
Campus Location
Wichita, KS - Other Wichita Location
Hire Type
Part Time
Pay
$15 - 19 per hour
Work Schedule
Based on class schedule
Export Compliance Requirement
This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a "U.S. Citizen".
Job Story
FirePoint Innovations is looking for a Program Student Assistant.
Job Summary
A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.
Job Duties
Assisting in tracking company engagement information and recording notes on detailed discovery calls.
Supporting efforts in identifying relevant funding opportunities, solicitations, and challenges for qualified companies we engage with.
Dedicated assistance to support event coordination.
Updating and populating the Ecosystem calendar with ongoing statewide events for team/partner awareness (Encountering Innovation, Fuse Ventures, etc.).
Assisting with research efforts and coordination of the Kansas Defense Coalition.
Providing additional support for table/booth presence at local tradeshows, events, and conferences.
Contributing to Tasker Projects, particularly those involving data population as assigned by ARI.
Researching and identifying companies that align with our Transition Programs.
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Additional Requirements
Ideal Candidate Majoring in:
Business, Management, Entrepreneurship
Communications, Marketing, or PR
MIS, Data Analytics, or IT
Engineering or STEM fields
Must have reliable transportation - Most work will be done from Groover Labs
Preferred Qualifications
Strong attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication
Comfortable working with data and spreadsheets
Able to research and summarize information
Organized, proactive, and able to work independently
Interest in innovation, defense, technology, or government programs is a plus.
Physical Requirements
Ability to remain in a stationary position.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators.
Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.