Part-Time Undergraduate Research Assistants- Bellisario College of Communications
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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.
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Summary
Assist faculty with research projects, highly motivated, basic computer skills, part-time up to 5 hours a week
Job title
Part-Time Undergraduate Research Assistants
Experience level
undergraduate student
Industry
education
Location requirements
Penn State University Park; no remote work allowed
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
University Park, State College, PA, USA