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Summer School Exchange Program dates: July 1 through August 9

Job Overview:
We are seeking an Internship Supervisor - (On Call Professional Aide) for "The Fermilab and Brookhaven Summer School Exchange Program (FBSEP)" designed for undergraduate freshmen majoring in STEM fields.

Responsibilities:

The supervisor will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the program, fostering a positive learning environment, and supporting the overall experience of participating students. As an internship supervisor for the program, you will:

• Work with the summer school director and content team leads to ensure the successful execution of the summer school program.
• Support students in their learning of the content material, answering questions and providing support to content team leads during the lectures, discussions, and tours.
• Take student attendance and collect weekly deliverables from the students.
• Ensure all program activities run smoothly, adhering to the established schedule and Fermilab safety guidelines.
• Communicate regularly with the summer school director regarding the summer school, including any issues that need to be addressed or any schedule adjustments that need to be made.
• Collect both formal and informal feedback from students and staff to support continuous improvement of the program. This may include data analysis and written summaries for reporting purposes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM Education field
• Previous experience with classroom management
• Availability to work on-site at Fermilab from July 1 through August 9 is required. In-person meetings to prepare for the summer school and complete any Fermilab required trainings may be scheduled in advance of the summer school and will be paid at the same hourly rate.

Duration:
In-person participation during the six weeks of the summer school at Fermilab, July 1 through August 9. Paid travel to Brookhaven National Lab for the conclusion of the program August 7 through 9. Occasional remote meetings prior to the start of the summer school for planning and preparation will also be required and will be paid at the same hourly rate.

Salary: $50 per hour for a 40-hour work week

Application Requirements:

• Online Application
• Resume
• Two professional references

Application Deadline:

• Application extension to April 29, 2024.

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or employee referral bonus.

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