AI Application Specialist - Nittany AI Alliance
AI Application Specialist - Nittany AI Alliance
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$ 46400 - 67300
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Nittany AI Alliance is seeking two exceptional employees for a oneyear appointment designed to empower the next generation of AI leaders. This opportunity is ideal for topperforming recent graduates who have earned a bachelors degree and demonstrated remarkable engagement leadership and technical skills particularly through active participation in Nittany AI Alliance programs.
As a Nittany AI Application Specialist you will play a pivotal role in supporting students participating in both the Nittany AI Challenge and Advance programs. Youll leverage your firsthand experience to mentor teams enhance projectbased learning outcomes and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration across the Alliances initiatives. AI Application Specialists will also have the unique opportunity to pursue a masters degree during their appointment blending academic advancement with realworld impact. This opportunity offers a transformative experience at the intersection of applied AI education and community engagementideal for those ready to give back while accelerating their own professional and academic journeys.
Key Responsibilities
Mentorship and Student Engagement Mentor and support students in the Nittany AI Challenge and Advance programs offering guidance on project development team collaboration and use of AI tools.
Workshop Facilitation Plan and lead skillbuilding workshops ideation sessions and teambuilding activities that promote student success and align with Nittany AI program goals.
Program Development Collaborate with program managers to enhance learning experiences refine workflows and implement feedback loops that support continuous program improvement.
Hackathon and Event Leadership Represent the Nittany AI Alliance at major student events such as HackPSU including leading sessions and coordinating participation with student organizations.
Team and Stakeholder Collaboration Serve as a liaison between students faculty advisors subject matter experts and industry coaches to foster a vibrant and inclusive AI learning community.
Program Impact and Reporting Support tracking of workshop attendance program milestones and student outcomes. Assist in reporting fellowship impact to stakeholders and donors.
Qualifications:
This position requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent education and experience
A demonstrated record of success in Nittany AI Alliance programs
Strong collaboration communication and leadership skills
Passion for projectbased learning mentorship and applied AI
Benefits
Penn State offers competitive benefits to fulltime employees including medical dental vision and retirement plans in addition to generous vacation time 18 days per year; accrued on a monthly basis) sick time 12 days a year; accrued on a monthly basis) and paid holidays 12 per calendar year). Please visit more detailed information.
Fulltime paid experience with professional development support
Opportunity to pursue a Masters degree while serving in this role
Direct contribution to the growth of Penn States AI ecosystem and experiential learning programs
Networking with academic industry and student leaders
Opportunity to work a hybrid schedule which typically requires 3 days on campus per week.
This is a one year limited term appointment with the possibility of renewal based on funding availability and performance.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the universitys teaching research and service mission.
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is:
$46400.00 $67300.00Salary Structure additional information on Penn States job and salary structure.
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
