AutoCAD Tutor 2 (Student Position)

Ferris State University College of Business; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University College of Business is seeking a part-time AutoCAD Tutor 2 to support Interior Design students in Grand Rapids. The role involves one-on-one tutoring outside class for KCID 235 and KCID 250, with tutoring arrangements approved by interior design faculty.

Requirements include proficiency in AutoCAD and SketchUp; candidates must have earned a B or higher in KCID 235 and KCID 250. This student position supports adjacent coursework and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be skilled in AutoCAD and SketchUp with tutor experience.
• Course prerequisites include KCID 235 and KCID 250 with a B or higher.

Responsibilities

• Tutor current students in AutoCAD basics: drawing, modifying and template setup to KCAD standards.
• Tutor SketchUp basics: groups/components, materials, and exporting visual docs.
• Assist with layers, tags, printing, exporting, and documentation in AutoCAD and SketchUp.

Skills

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Tutoring

Education

KCID 235 Workplace Design

KCID 250 Retail Design

Job description

Work type: Student Employment - General

Location: Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Position Title: AutoCAD Tutor 2 (Student Position)

Department: KCAD Interior Design

Advertised Salary: $14.00

Summary of Position: AutoCAD and SketchUp tutor to assist Interior Design students with one-on-one tutoring as needed. Provide tutoring assistance outside of class for individuals enrolled in KCID 235 for the fall semester and KCID 250 in the spring semester. Tutoring arrangements must be approved by interior design faculty.

Position Requirements: Must be skilled in Basic AutoCAD commands and SketchUp. Student must have earned a B or higher in KCID 235 Workplace Design and KCID 250 Retail Design.

• Tutor current student(s) in basic AutoCAD skills including drawing, modifying, and template set-up using KCAD standards. Help students work within the model space and paper space realms of AutoCAD to organize and complete a small office project.
• Tutor current student(s) in basic SketchUp model creation that includes creating groups and components, adding materials, creating video, and exporting visual documentation.
• Tutor should have familiarity with layers, tags, printing, exporting, dimensioning, and documenting in both the AutoCAD program and the SketchUp program.

Number of Positions Available: 1

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/ Class Schedule

Job Close Date: October 1, 2026

Ferris State University, an Affimative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.