Student Employment

The Computer Center hires a number of wage payroll and work-study students to help support computer users.  Students may apply for one or both of the following positions: student consultant and student technician.  

The main job duties of a student consultant are to:

  • provide help to users who have general questions about using the software or hardware in the labs
  • give seminars on how to use a particular software package
  • provide phone support to users

The main job duties of a student technician are to: Student working on PC

  • install hardware and software
  • troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues
  • troubleshoot Residence Hall network problems

The availability of positions varies from semester to semester.  Also, due to the length of the training prcoess, students of 4th semester standing or less are preferred.

Applicants are invited to visit the H135 help desk to introduce themselves and pick up an employment application.  If you have any questions or need further information, contact the Manager of IT Support Services.


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Updated August 18, 2008
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