Student: Outreach Assistant

Job ID: 9166Date Posted: August 18, 2026Space Dynamics Laboratory is seeking an outgoing and organized student who enjoys working with a variety of people, finds satisfaction in successfully completing administrative tasks, and would be comfortable representing SDL at K-12 STEM outreach events.Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and implements a variety of outreach events such as lectures, outreach activities, and tours
• Hosts public tours and represents SDL at K-12 STEM events
• Generates ideas, updates outreach materials, improves processes, and tracks and communicates results
• Provides content for SDL’s newsfeed and social media teams
• Works in a positive, cooperative, and friendly manner with co-workers and community members
• Maintains, tracks, and updates internal research and development project files and outreach program events, metrics, and processes
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Must be a sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student enrolled at Utah State University
• Must have an interest in STEM, science communication, or K-12 outreach
• Must be enthusiastic, innovative, and enjoy working with internal and external customers
• Outstanding communication skills – excellent listening skills, effective and clear speaking and writing skills
• Ability to handle multiple demands, remain calm, think quickly, and problem solve
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team within established guidelines
• Attention to detail and exceptional organizational abilities
• Must be able to work two (2) to six (6) evenings each month and up to two (2) Saturdays each year to support public tours and STEM events
• GPA 3.0+
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of U.S., or other U.S. person

• Experience in speaking and giving professional presentations
• Passion for learning and ability to take complex topics and make them understandable to a diverse audience
• Computer proficiency and detailed working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point

• Must be able to carry and lift 25-50 lbs. on occasion

Student Scholar Program: SDL provides unique opportunities for student employees to develop real-world experience and knowledge beyond the classroom through our Student Scholar Program. This program offers monthly technical workshops, outreach activities, and academic stipends to eligible student employees. All SDL student employees are invited to participate in the program to expand their professional network while supporting SDL's mission.SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 7 days; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly. 

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

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