NIAR CAD/CAM Business Analytics Student Assistant

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Wichita State University’s NIAR CAD/CAM lab is seeking a Business Analytics student assistant for administrative and technical tasks. The position is on-site, part-time, and requires working around class schedules.

The student will support project management, documentation, and logistics while gaining hands-on experience across campus operations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, strong communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products.
• Have great attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Able to work 20+ hours per week.
• Ability to work independently on extensive task.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily administrative and operational support to the Project Manager and program management team.
• Project Support: track task timelines, action items, and milestones; maintain project records.
• Documentation: prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, organize files and documentation.
• Administrative Logistics: coordinate calendars, meetings, travel authorizations, expense reports, purchases.
• Data Entry & Tracking: update project data, task updates, and metrics as directed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Lift up to 30 lbs

20+ hours per week

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Department

NIAR CAD/CAM

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$15 per hour

Work Schedule.

Based on class schedule; work is performed on-site and in person.

Export Compliance Requirement

No export control requirement.

Job Story

The NIAR CAD/CAM lab is looking for a Business Analytics 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

Provide daily administrative and operational support to the Project Manager and program management team. This role focuses on executing routine tasks, maintaining project records, and coordinating logistics to ensure smooth project operations under the direction of project leadership. Essential Functions Project Support: Assists the Project Manager in tracking task timelines, action items, and upcoming milestone deadlines. Documentation & Records: Prepares and distributes meeting agendas, takes detailed meeting minutes, and organizes digital project files and documentation. Administrative Logistics: Coordinates team calendars, schedules meetings, and processes travel authorizations, expense reports, or purchasing requests. Data Entry & Tracking: Enters and updates project tracking data, task updates, and spreadsheet metrics as directed by the team.

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products.
• Have great attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Able to work 20+ hours per week.
• Ability to work independently on extensive task.

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.