Part-Time Undergraduate Student STEM Program Assistant, 21st Century Scholars Program

February 24, 2026

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21ST CENT SCHOLARS (BL-TFSS-IUBLA) The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every student's Indiana University (IU) experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission. Founded in 1995, the IU 21st Century Scholars Program (IUB21CS), is the oldest and largest student support services department in the State of Indiana. The IUB21CS provides financial and academic resources to support, retain, and graduate thousands of 21st Century Scholars recipients at Indiana University Bloomington (IUB). As an IU 21st Century Scholar, access is granted to the academic guidance, mentoring, and advocacy support needed to achieve full potential at IUB. The IUB21CS is ranked number 1 in Indiana for the number of students receiving the 'first-dollar, full-tuition, need-based Indiana 21st Century Scholarship at any 4-year public or private university. The Part-time Undergraduate Student Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Program Assistant will carry out assigned tasks under direct supervision and independently. Department-Specific Responsibilities <ul><li>Provides STEM programming assistance</li><li>Mentors and tutors students</li><li>Creates, collects, and transfers materials to the Canvas page</li><li>Assists with the process of development of documents</li><li>Assists with publicizing program events</li><li>Assists with the Program Newsletter</li><li>Arrives promptly for all scheduled hours of employment</li><li>Remains conscious of Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) policy and confidentiality</li><li>Provides tutoring/mentoring services to STEM students</li><li>Helps with other duties as assigned </li></ul>EDUCATION Required <ul><li>Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at Indiana University</li><li>Must be in good academic standing for the duration of employment </li></ul>Preferred WORK EXPERIENCE <ul><li>Experience mentoring or tutoring, event planning, marketing, and with STEM course work </li></ul>Skills Required <ul><li>Self-motivated, organized, and responsible</li><li>Ability to work in a close team environment as well as independently</li><li>Ability to work comfortably and communicate effectively with people from various backgrounds</li><li>Demonstrates knowledge of common office computer software applications including Microsoft Word and Excel</li><li>Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills</li><li>Strong organizational skills</li><li>Written and verbal communication skills </li><li>Professional demeanor </li></ul>This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. Skills The Office of Student Life is committed to building students build career readiness and workforce skills. Student employment offers practical experience to apply learning, build real-world skills, and develop competencies valued by employers. Each role supports National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Competencies, with emphasis on those most relevant to the position: <ul><li>Career and Self-Development</li><li>Communication</li><li>Critical Thinking</li><li>Leadership</li><li>Professionalism</li><li>Teamwork</li><li>Technology </li></ul>These are transferable workforce skills you can add to your resume and use in any career path. Learn more about Bloomington, Indiana. Bloomington, Indiana This is an in-person position. $15.00 per hour Flexible schedule with up to 29 hours per week across all campus positions. For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: <ul><li>Comprehensive medical and dental insurance</li><li>Health savings account with generous IU contributions</li><li>Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts</li><li>Basic group life insurance paid by IU</li><li>Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance</li><li>Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting</li><li>Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options</li><li>Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses</li><li>10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year</li><li>Generous paid time off plans</li><li>Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events</li><li>Employee assistance program (EAP) </li></ul>Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure. Career Level: Part Time Employee FLSA: Nonexempt Job Function: Part Time Employee Job Family: Part Time Student Employee Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date. If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments. Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD. Request Support Telephone: 812-856-1234

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