Study Think Tank Lab Tech

For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:
Robert Monteith r1monteith

Title Work Study Think Tank Lab Tech

The BSU Think Tank at Bridgewater State University is an on-campus makerspace and innovation hub. It provides students, faculty, and the local community with access to advanced technologies, tools, collaborative workspace, and educational programming.

The student selected in this role will learn how to use and operate Maker Space technologies including 3D printers, microcontrollers, robots, small electronics, and prototyping machines. You will be expected to work for at least 10 hours a week during the academic year. After completing an intensive learning period, duties will include:

• mentoring and tutoring other students
• staffing and organizing a Maker Space site
• co-leading workshops and tutorials

• 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

• Personable, friendly, able to work with and tutor others
• Passion for tinkering and building things
• Able to work and learn independently
• Experience using CNCs, Milling Machines, Lathes, 3d printers, Laser cutters
• Familiarity with CAD , CAM , Fusion, 3d printing software
• Familiarity with computer programming
• Knowledge of electronics or Makerspace technology is not required, but a definite plus

Able to occasionally move equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.

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

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 $16.00

Posting Number Stu
06059P

Close Date 10/17/2026

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student enrolled in a degree program registered for at least six credits?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Work Study is a requirement for this position. Students who meet certain financial criteria may be awarded Work Study through financial aid. Have you been awarded Work Study as part of your financial aid package?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please provide the dollar amount of your Work Study award. This information is available in your financial aid package. If you need to verify, please contact your Financial Aid Counselor or the Financial Aid Office at  or finaid

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you ever worked on campus before?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please provide the days and hours you would be available to work. Hours must be outside of your scheduled class times.

  (Open Ended Question)

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.