Part Time - Manufacturing Fellow - IT/Project Management Research Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University—Penn State Berks is seeking a part-time Manufacturing Fellow - Research Assistant to support manufacturing projects in Reading. You will collaborate with faculty and industry partners, applying basic cybersecurity, project management, and information technology concepts in a real-world setting.

Ideal candidates are undergraduate students comfortable working in a hands-on environment, eager to gain practical experience, and able to balance academic commitments

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student status required.
• Experience or coursework in cybersecurity, IT, or related fields.
• Ability to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world projects.

Responsibilities

• Support projects at a Reading-based manufacturing facility with PM and IT tasks.
• Gains hands-on experience applying cybersecurity concepts in practice.

Skills

Project management

Information technology

Cybersecurity basics

Job description

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

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Penn State Berks College Division of Engineering, Business, and Computing is seeking applicants for part-time job of Manufacturing Fellow - Research Assistant.

Job Duties

• Undergraduate student supports projects at a Reading-based manufacturing facility with project management and information technology tasks. Student fellows gain hands‑on experience in applying cybersecurity, project management, and information technology theory and skills in a real-world environment.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

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

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