Are you looking for a summer job in Houghton? Are you looking for a fun summer experience where you can share your interests with middle and high school students? If so, we are looking for you! Multiple positions are available. Earn as much as $20 per hour. Job details and program descriptions are below. Apply by March 15, 2024.
Join the team by applying to Summer Youth Program Instructor – College of Computing via Handshake, Job #8500507. Interviews will be conducted in March.
Job Description Summary
The College of Computing’s Summer Youth Program (SYP) Leaders will play a critical role on our SYP team by co-planning, delivering content, and creating after-action reports in summary of the event. These leaders serve as a critical link between pre-college students and Michigan Tech with a focus on previewing college life and academic success.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
- Preparation and planning
- Work with faculty mentors to create programs from an outline
- Identify & collect necessary resources and supplies
- Edit an established course website to share program outlines with prospective SYP participants
- Create detailed lesson plans for one or more of five different SYP classes, each are one week of instruction for HS or MS students
- Implementation – Provide active, hands-on instruction for SYP programs
- Summarize each week in an after-action report (template provided) that addresses
- Overview of the program
- Successes
- Suggestions for improvement
- Problems encountered
- Detailed list of supplies needed for next delivery session
- Organize and store all materials used during SYP
Required Education
- College-level coursework after high school, at least two semesters at Michigan Tech. Coursework should be in the College of Computing or similar.
Required Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Patience, a sense of humor and the ability to creatively respond to classroom situations.
- Knowledge of academic, life and social skills necessary for success at MTU.
- An interest in two or more topics presented in Summer Youth Program (Mechatronics, CyberSecurity, Game Development, Programming (python preferred), Cybersecurity, Computer Architecture)
Desirable Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proven ability to manage groups of pre-college students.
- Demonstrated ability to be highly self-motivated and work independently without direct supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to give engaging presentations to groups of 12 – 20 students.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
- The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
- Employees should be able to move comfortably in a classroom environment and occasionally lift up to approximately 40 pounds or 20 kilograms.
- Possession of a valid US driver’s license and demonstrated ability to comply with MTU’s vehicle use requirements is desirable but not required..
- Must be eligible to work on campus in the United States, visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment
- Employees must pass a background check
- Attend SYP and College of Computing trainings
SYP Course Descriptions
Autonomous Vehicle Programming
Course No. 52467 | Grades 9-11 | July 21-26
This course is designed to introduce high school students to the world of autonomous vehicles and programming. Students will apply programming skills to autonomous vehicles. The course will cover topics such as sensors, perception, control, and motion planning. Students will also learn about the ethical and social implications of autonomous vehicles. Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of programming concepts such as variables, loops, and functions. Sign up.
Build a Computer
Course No. 51451 | Grades 9-11 | July 14-19
Hands-on learning! Campers will learn computer components and architecture by building a computer. You will start from scratch from an empty case and end with a fully functioning computer while learning the purpose of each component. You will actually take your computer (without the monitor) home, so be sure to leave room in your suitcase (approx. 2 cubic ft)! No prior experience required and students with enthusiasm and an interest in the topic will be successful in this course. This course has an additional lab fee of $500. Sign up.
Coding Video Games: A Crash Course
Course No. 51451 | Grades 9-11 | July 14-19
Coding is fun! We will build your computer science skills and mindset while learning the fundamentals of good game design. You will develop your game designing skills and you can design, build and polish your dream game. Campers will work in groups in a computer lab environment and a classroom. We’ll even venture outside during the week to have some fun. Previous coding experience is not required. Sign up.
Cybersecurity
Course No. 52270 | Grades 9-11 | July 21-26
Join us for a week-long exploration of cybersecurity. Throughout the week, you’ll engage in learning activities designed to introduce students to a range of cybersecurity topics. We aim to make each workshop interesting and interactive. Campers will learn personal best practices for protecting their data and investigate ways in which bad actors can access information. Campers will work in groups in a computer lab environment and a classroom. Students with enthusiasm and interest in the topic will be successful in this course. Sign up.
Introduction to Mini Video Games: Getting Started
Course No. 51171 | Grades 6-8 | July 7-12
At Michigan Tech, you will explore good game design by creating mini-games. You will experiment in building basic collisions, animation and artificial intelligence techniques. We will discuss game design principles like surprise, fun, and problem solving, while being creative and challenging at the same time. Campers will work in groups in a computer lab environment and a classroom. We’ll even venture outside during the week to have some fun. Previous computer programming experience is not required. Sign up.
Mechatronics: Build and Program a Functional Robot
Course No. 52092 | Grades 9-11 | July 14-19
This course is designed to introduce high school students to the field of mechatronics, which is a combination of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science. Students will learn the basics of mechatronics and how to apply them to building and operating robots. The course will cover topics such as sensors, actuators, microcontrollers, programming, and control systems. Students will also learn about the ethical and social implications of robotics. This course has an additional lab fee of $35. Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of programming concepts such as variables, loops, and functions. Sign up.