Science Night Outreach Intern

Whitman College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitman College is seeking a Division III Family Science Night Student Assistant to support faculty in planning and facilitating Family Science Night events at local public schools. The role blends science, education, and event planning to bring hands-on activities to children and families.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules with schools and partners, preparing activity kits, arranging transportation, and maintaining event data.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Intro Lab Science Course Sequence or General Chemistry.
• Ability to lift 40 lb boxes.
• Willingness to work both day and evening hours.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate Family Science Night events.
• Communicate with public schools to schedule events.
• Coordinate with community partners and activity presenters.
• Produce, organize, and maintain science activity kits.
• Set up and take down events.
• Load and unload science kits and equipment.
• Reserve and drive vehicles for event transportation, as needed.
• Maintain participation and event data.
• Assist with other event-related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Event planning

Communication

Volunteer coordination

Lifting 40 lbs

Day & evening hours

Data management

Education

Intro Lab Science Course Sequence or General Chemistry

Tools

Driving certification

Job description

Whitman College is seeking a Division III Family Science Night Student Assistant to support faculty in planning and facilitating Family Science Night events at local public schools. The role blends science, education, and event planning to bring hands-on activities to children and families.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules with schools and partners, preparing activity kits, arranging transportation, and maintaining event data.