Part-Time - Student - Computer Science and Engineering Learning Assistants - Fall 2026

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking undergraduate students to support teaching as Learning Assistants in Computer Science and Engineering. The role involves helping with grading, assisting in classrooms, and potentially holding office hours.

Candidates must be enrolled in CS/CE or a related program and maintain good academic standing. Compensation is hourly, starting at $13 and increasing for returning Learning Assistants, based on experience and campus policy.

Qualifications

• Must be an undergraduate student enrolled in one of the CS/CE/related programs.

Responsibilities

• Grading support
• Classroom support
• Possible office hours

Education

Undergraduate student enrolled in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, or related field

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

Job duties to include:

• Grading support
• Classroom support
• Possible office hours

Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:

• Applicants should be and undergraduate student enrolled in one of the Computer Science and Engineering academic programs: either Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, the graduate Computer Science and Engineering program, or a closely related field.

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this job is $13 for beginning Learning Assistants, or $15 for returning Learning Assistants.

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