Teaching Assistants Wanted
Summer 2026 – Open to undergraduate students from Purdue University or any other accredited 4-year university.
Teach. Build. Inspire
Spend two weeks this summer mentoring the next generation of designers and engineers in Purdue’s Entertainment Machine Design Challenge—a hands-on, team-based course for high school students earning college credit.
about the role
The Fusion Studio for Entertainment and Engineering is seeking undergraduate Teaching Assistants to support a dynamic, immersive design course at the intersection of entertainment and engineering. TAs work closely with instructors and student teams throughout the full design and prototyping process.
Dates: July 6–18
Location: Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana
Pay: $18/hour
Campus housing will be provided for those coming from out of town for this temporary position.
Individuals will need to attend training on July 3rd, the Friday before the course begins.
What You’ll Do
- Coach and mentor high school design teams
- Support in-class and lab activities
- Assist with tools and equipment (laser cutters, 3D printers, etc.)
- Help students turn ideas into working prototypes
Who should apply
- Currently enrolled undergraduate student (any university)
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Interest in entertainment, engineering, design, or making
- Comfortable leading and working with student teams
- Available to live on or near Purdue’s campus during the program
Why be a TA?
Gain teaching experience, build leadership skills, and be part of a collaborative, creative learning environment—while helping students discover how engineering brings entertainment to life.