Work Study PPOE Outreach and Peer Assistant

Bridgewater Bagel & Coffee; Bridgewater, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Bridgewater State University seeks a Work Study PPOE Outreach and Peer Assistant to support the BSU Observatory and PPOE classes. You will help set up telescopes, guide visitors, and assist with astronomy activities for students.

Ideal candidates are BSU undergraduates with a Work Study award, able to work nights, and eager to learn astronomy while engaging with the public.

Qualifications

• Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for a minimum of six credits for Fall 2026.
• Must have a Work Study award in your financial aid package.

Responsibilities

• Set up, break down, and run telescopes.
• Find objects in the sky to view through telescopes.
• Discuss astronomy with visitors.
• Give tours of bright stars and constellations.
• Assist with activities for K-12 students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Public speaking

Night availability

Learning astronomy

Enthusiasm for astronomy

Responsible

Education

BSU undergraduate student (6 credits)

Work Study award

Tools

Electronic equipment

Job description

Work Study PPOE Outreach and Peer Assistant

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:
Jamie Kern
[e-mail]

Position Information

Title

Title Work Study PPOE Outreach and Peer Assistant

Position Description

The BSU Observatory is dedicated to educating and sparking an interest in science, particularly astronomy, in the regional community.

The Observatory is looking for Outreach Presenters to:

• Set up, break down, and run telescopes
• Find objects in the sky to view through telescopes
• Discuss astronomy with visitors
• Give tours of bright stars and constellations
• Assist with activities for K-12 students
• Other duties as assigned

The Physics, Photonics, and Optical Engineering Department is looking for students to be peer learning assistants in various PPOE classes.

Eligibility requirements:

• Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for a minimum of six credits for the Fall 2026 semester.
• Must have Work Study award in your financial aid package

Preferred Qualifications

Requirements:

• Works well with peers and colleagues
• Is responsible and communicative
• Night availability (for observatory)
• Willingness to speak to a public audience (for observatory)
• Willingness to learn specialized astronomy skills (for observatory)
• Enthusiasm for astronomy (for observatory)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Comfortable around electronic equipment
• Interest in teaching

Physical Demands

For observatory: Some lifting of equipment ranging from 10-50 lbs depending on the telescope and mount. Sometimes dealing with cold weather, hot weather, wind or mosquitoes.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hourly Rate

Hourly Rate $18 per hour

Posting Number

Posting Number Stu06061P

Open Date

Close Date

Close Date 10/17/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:
Jamie Kern
[e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer
Bridgewater State University is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.