Sculpture, Installation, and Site area of the School of Art at Carnegie Mellon University is searching for a part-time (20 hours a week/ 600 hours over the academic year) Physical Computing Intern. This entry-level position is ideal for former art students with some familiarity of sculpture facilities, looking to learn more about the management of shops, to assist the current technician, and help serve the larger School of Art community.
This position will assist technician Jenna Boyles in the management of the Physical Computing Lab, PC + 3D Printing Lab, Soft Sculpture Lab, and CNC Router and Laser Cutter Labs.
This position is eligible for part-time benefits.
Your core responsibilities will include:
Work alongside SOA SIS Technicians to further improve SIS fabrication facilities
Provide supervision, administration, and maintenance of machines and tools in the labs and shops listed under the position
Assist with management of student monitors for the various facility areas in Doherty Hall.
Assist students, faculty and staff with the proper and safe use of shops and equipment, overseeing and enforcement of EHS safety rules and guidelines.
Report supplies needs to the school SIS Technicians
Assist in management of equipment lending
Assist with various internal School of Art shop improvement projects.
Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the School of Art. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
You should demonstrate:
Interest and skill at working with others, sharing knowledge, and hands on problem solving
Motivation to learn, knack for organization, and ability to communicate
Ability to meet quality and time requirements of assigned jobs
Lift a minimum of 50 lbs
Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree (BFA or BXA) is required.
Experience with digital fabrication, physical computing, 3D printing, and sewing. Beginner level knowledge is fine if you have an interest to learn more.
Some computing knowledge of Rhino, RhinoCAM, Adobe Illustrator, processing, arduino is ideal
Or a combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge
A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Requirements:
Successful background check
Must be able to work at least 20 hours per week and is entitled to a total of 300 hours per semester.
Preferred candidate should be available for both Fall and Spring semesters
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Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.
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Location
Pittsburgh, PAJob Function
Non-CMU StudentsPosition Type
Intern (Fixed Term)Full Time/Part time
Part timePay Basis
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree (BFA or BXA)
- Experience with digital fabrication, physical computing, 3D printing, and sewing
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
- Must be able to work at least 20 hours per week and a total of 300 hours per semester
- Successful background check
- Computing knowledge of Rhino, RhinoCAM, Adobe Illustrator, Processing, Arduino
- Availability for both Fall and Spring semesters
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout, with automatic employer contributions to a TIAA-administered plan at 8% of base salary (and 9.78% for 9‑month academic appointments), plus optional employee deferrals. Vesting after three years is clearly specified, which helps set expectations for long-term value.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family support is strengthened by 100% paid parental leave for six weeks and 100% paid maternity leave for 6–8 weeks (delivery-type dependent), effective July 1, 2024. Childcare support is also referenced through a Cyert Center subsidy up to $5,000 per family, alongside no-cost EAP access.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits include free Pittsburgh Regional Transit access and access to fitness classes and facilities, adding recurring non-cash value to the overall package. Pittsburgh’s relatively affordable cost of living can further increase the perceived adequacy of a given salary compared with higher-cost coastal hubs.
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