Student Assistant - Apparel Merchandising & Management #637962590 - Cal Poly Pomona Foundation : Job Details

DescriptionCal Poly Pomona Enterprises Employment ServicesANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCYSUMMARY: Currently searching for Part-Time Undergraduate Student Assistants to work on a USDA HSI Education Grant, under the supervision of Dr. Helen Trejo, Principal Investigator, Dr. Simeng Li and Dr. Brian Ramirez (Co-Principal Investigators). SOME OF THE THINGS THAT YOU WILL GET TO DO (this is just a small sampling of work variety):

• A research assistant will work with Dr. Helen Trejo, Dr. Simeng Li, and Dr. Brian Ramirez on the project Culturally Relevant Experiential Learning in Apparel & Engineering: US Natural Fibers, Agricultural Byproducts, and Community Engagement.
• This position will involve engaging in sustainability activities with US natural fibers, engaging in practitioner- scholar best practices at a Hispanic Serving Institution, and outreach activities. This will include reviewing the project narrative, developing an academic literature review, hands-on activities, data visualization, collaboration, and participation in department, campus and/or academic presentations. Will be expected to attend project meetings to remain updated about progress, and participate in a mentoring plan.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be majoring in Apparel Merchandising & Management, Civil Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Interested in interdisciplinary undergraduate research, hands-on learning, and outreach.
• Strong organizational, communication, writing, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previously engaged in undergraduate research through a course, or the CPP Office of Undergraduate Research program (RIO, McNair Scholars, etc.).
• Experience with department/ college/ university outreach.

ABOUT US: As the largest employer of students on the Cal Poly Pomona campus, the Enterprises offers valuable work experience and hands-on training to approximately 1,500 Cal Poly Pomona students each year. The Enterprises offers positions in various fields; whether it is in the area of technology, science, retail, culinary arts, hospitality1500 management, leadership or research grants, these student employees participate in Cal Poly Pomona's learn-by-doing philosophy and acquire practical skills in their designated field of study.The Enterprises also contributes operating support to nearly 1,100 Enterprises and scholarship programs every year, including Bronco Athletics and the Pepsi Scholarship. In addition, the Enterprises administers grants and contracts, contributes to campus security, and supports several university publications. The Enterprises contributes over $1 million annually to Cal Poly Pomona.Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises, Inc. may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.