Student Research Assistant

ITRADE STEM; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

ITRADE STEM in Fort Lauderdale, FL seeks a Student Research Assistant to help create and evaluate workforce development training programs in space, technology, energy, and manufacturing. You will assist with grant analysis, program design, and impact reporting.

The role emphasizes research skills, data organization, and cross-team collaboration to improve training initiatives and stay aligned with federal and TEGL guidelines.

Qualifications

• Interest in Business, Social Studies, Science, or Technology.
• Basic understanding of research methods learned via school projects.
• Ability to search online and use libraries for information.

Responsibilities

• Assist grant analysis by researching workforce grants and TEGL.
• Help design and set up training programs to build skills.
• Collaborate with teams to identify required skills and plan training.
• Prepare reports on research findings and grant analysis.
• Track progress and contribute to program improvements.
• Stay updated with trends in workforce development programs.

Skills

Strong reading and writing skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Teamwork

Communication skills

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerP

Research methods basics

Info gathering and data organization

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Student Research Assistant

ITRADE STEM

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

$66,242 per year - estimated ?

Job Description: At ITRADE STEM, we help accelerate job creation and support the future of industries in space, technology, energy, and manufacturing. We achieve this by developing workforce programs that equip talent with skills for sustainable growth. Join us on our mission to redefine STEM!

JOB OVERVIEW: We are looking for a motivated and detail-focused Research Assistant to join the team at our sister company, ITRADE STEM. Your main job will be to help create training programs that attract and develop workers’ skills in Space, Technology, Energy, and Manufacturing. As a Research Assistant, you'll help us understand grants, develop training programs, work with team members, and improve our processes.

Responsibilities

• Grant Analysis :
• Look into workforce grants and Training and Employment Guidance Letters (TEGL).
• Find funding opportunities and ensure we meet grant requirements.
• Training Program Development :
• Help design and set up training programs to build skills.
• Check how well the training programs are working and suggest improvements.
• Team Engagement :
• Talk with different teams to understand what skills are needed.
• Assist with skill-building plans.
• Track and evaluate the progress of these initiatives.
• Reporting and Documentation :
• Prepare reports on research findings, training program results, and grant analysis.
• Keep accurate records for all projects and initiatives.
• Continuous Improvement :
• Continuously check and improve workforce development strategies.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in workforce development government programs.

Requirements

• Educational Background :
• A strong interest in subjects like Business, Social Studies, Science, or Technology.
• Basic understanding of research methods, which can be learned through school projects and assignments.
• Research Skills :
• Ability to search for information online and use libraries.
• Proficiency in gathering and organizing data.
• Curiosity and attention to detail.
• Communication Skills :
• Strong reading and writing skills to prepare reports and presentations.
• Good verbal communication to interact effectively with peers, trainers, and partners.
• Organizational Skills :
• Capability to manage several tasks or projects at the same time.
• Time management to meet deadlines for assignments and projects.
• Teamwork :
• Collaboration skills to work well with peers in group projects.
• Willingness to listen to others' ideas and contribute your own.
• Basic Technical Skills :
• Proficiency in using computer programs like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with using the internet to conduct research.

By building these skills, you can gain a solid foundation to understand the work of a Research Analyst and other related roles in workforce development.