Summer - Visualization Lab Script Writer​/Research Assistant

Position: Summer Opportunity - Visualization Lab Script Writer/Research Assistant
Posting Details

Position Information

Job Category
Casual Wage

Position Title
Summer Opportunity - Visualization Lab Script Writer/Research Assistant

Full Time/Part Time
Part Time

Division
Dean of the Faculty

Department
Information Technology Services

Hiring Wage/Salary Range
$18.00 / hour

Department Statement

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.

Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.

This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.

Accountabilities

The Ho Tung Visualization Lab & Planetarium seeks a qualified candidate to support the development of immersive fulldome experiences through scriptwriting and research. This role focuses on crafting compelling, scientifically accurate narratives for planetarium shows and educational programs.

The intern will work at the intersection of science, storytelling, and immersive media, helping translate complex concepts into engaging content for K-12 audiences, university courses, and public presentations.

Requirements

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

• Strong creative writing and narrative storytelling skills
• Experience in collaborative creative development
• Proven ability to work with educators and scientists
• Skilled at receiving and integrating feedback
• Excellent communication and deadline management skills
• Ability to manage projects independently

Preferred Qualifications

Education

High school or equivalent

Physical Requirements

Other Information

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number
2026CW021

Posting

Temporary
Yes

Work Schedule

37.5 hours per week
July 1st, 2026 through August 22nd, 2026

Job Open Date
05/19/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Clery Act

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You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety.