The Rutgers Science Explorer Student Educator Program builds and maintains learning communities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through educational partnerships involving Rutgers University and local school districts. In this project, undergraduate and graduate students who are enrolled at Rutgers University will bring the excitement of contemporary STEM research into the pre-college classroom, and enrich science and mathematics programs in middle schools.
HIGHLIGHTS
- There are multiple positions available for the Fall 2026 running until June 2027.
- Undergraduate and graduate students who are accepted for these positions will conduct activities in classrooms across NJ and on campus. Accepted students are expected to work a minimum of 1-2 days a month (8-16 hours) at Rutgers Science Explorer events.
- Attendance to a half day training session is required.
SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS
- Students who are accepted will be paid at an hourly rate of $22 to $40/hour up to a maximum of $3,000 over the academic year.
ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES
- Open to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in STEM programs or with strong STEM backgrounds at Rutgers University, New Brunswick Campus.
- Applicants should demonstrate an interest in teaching younger audiences.
- Students must be citizens, nationals or permanent residents of the United States.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
- Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
- Applicants should first complete the Student Educator Application Form. * Please be aware that you will be asked to upload a copy of your unofficial transcripts. If you'd like, you can preview the undergraduate student application or graduate student application before completing the final form.
- Once the application form is received, candidates will be interviewed. Notification of acceptance will be made within a week of the interview date.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Dr. Carrie Ferraro, Rutgers Science Explorer Director
Rutgers University ARC Building, 3rd floor
Busch Campus 618 Allison Road
Piscataway, NJ 08854
(848) 445–3442