Work Study PPOE Outreach and Peer Assistant

Posting Details

Position Information

Title Work Study PPOE Outreach and Peer Assistant Position Description

The BSU Observatory is dedicated to educating and sparking an interest in science, particularly astronomy, in the regional community.

The Observatory is looking for Outreach Presenters to:

• Set up, break down, and run telescopes
• Find objects in the sky to view through telescopes
• Discuss astronomy with visitors
• Give tours of bright stars and constellations
• Assist with activities for K-12 students
• Other duties as assigned

The Physics, Photonics, and Optical Engineering Department is looking for students to be peer learning assistants in various PPOE classes.

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

Requirements:

• Works well with peers and colleagues
• Is responsible and communicative
• Night availability (for observatory)
• Willingness to speak to a public audience (for observatory)
• Willingness to learn specialized astronomy skills (for observatory)
• Enthusiasm for astronomy (for observatory)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good speaking skills
• Comfortable around electronic equipment
• Interest in teaching

Physical Demands

For observatory: Some lifting of equipment ranging from 10-50 lbs depending on the telescope and mount. Sometimes dealing with cold weather, hot weather, wind or mosquitoes.

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 $18 per hour

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number Stu06061P Open Date Close Date 10/17/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:

Jamie Kern

jkern@bridgew.edu

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 finaid@bridgew.edu

(Open Ended Question)

• • How many nights per week would you be willing to work at the observatory?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What evenings are you available to work from 5:00 pm on? (Include weekends).

(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