Part-Time Summer Bridge Program Assistant

Part-Time Summer Bridge Program Assistant

United States, Pennsylvania, University Park

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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.

The Millennium Scholars Program has positions for Program Assistants for the Summer Bridge Program from June 21 – August 1, 2026, at University Park Campus. Millennium Scholars is a merit‑based scholarship program designed to prepare students for the pursuit of doctoral degrees in the STEM disciplines.

Program Assistants are required to complete an in‑person training (held June 15‑19) and live on campus during the entirety of the program. Housing and meals are provided.

Applicants should be at least a 6th semester student in good standing, have a major in one of the following colleges:
College of Earth and Mineral Sciences;
College of Engineering;
College of Health and Human Development;
College of Information Sciences and Technology;
Eberly College of Science; or College of Agricultural Sciences, and be available for the entire program.

The objectives of Summer Bridge are to create a community of scholars; provide academic preparation; provide leadership training; and introduce students to research.

Program Assistants will support the professional staff in achieving these objectives by facilitating activities and seminars, providing direct instruction to program participants, and modeling the behavior and values of the Millennium Scholars Program.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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.