Part-Time Undergraduate Research Assistants- Bellisario College of Communications
At a glance
Mid-level Communications role at Penn State. Penn State University Park · part-time.
Pay not stated Communications salary
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What you'll do
- Work with faculty on communications research projects during the academic year
- Contribute to research activities or creative projects using basic computer skills
- Commit up to five hours each week to assigned research work
What you bring
- Current undergraduate enrollment in the Bellisario College of Communications
- Strong motivation and clear potential to contribute to research activities
- Basic computer proficiency
- Successful completion of required employment background checks
Who this fits
This role suits Bellisario undergraduate students interested in research or creative activities who can work part time during the academic year. Positions are based at Penn State University Park, and remote or hybrid arrangements require approval. Current Penn State employees and students must apply through Workday.
From the employer
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Bellisario College of Communications is seeking undergraduate students to work with faculty on research projects for the 2026/27 academic year.
Candidates must be Bellisario students. Students who have an interest in research or creative activities are encouraged to apply! Candidates must be highly motivated, have a high potential to contribute to research activities, and have basic computer skills.
Positions available for up to 5 hours per week.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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