START is NOW Hiring!

The START program needs LSU students who are willing and able to train other LSU students in computer technology. START trainers facilitate individual consultations and group training in Middleton Library upon request. We are looking for people with presentation experience and people skills.

Are you interested in becoming a START Tutor/Trainer? Please fill out our online application 

More than just a paycheck?

A chance to build your resume’ - many START trainers have gone on to work for companies such as Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, Ernst and Young, Shell Oil, and many other high profile firms.

Opportunities to meet new people and enhance your people skills

Avenues to expand your technical knowledge

Gain teaching experience

Job Duties of Student Technical Trainers:

Train fellow students in consultations or workshops.  Topics include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Front Page), PAWS, Adobe Photoshop, ILife, HTML and Web design, JavaScript, Macromedia Suite (Dreamweaver, Flash, etc.) Mathematica, Matlab and more.

Assist with duties at the Middleton Library Print Center.

Qualifications

Full-time LSU student

Ability to work independently

High fluency in English and the ability to communicate with students to convey technical concepts in an “easy to understand” manner

Must be available to work late afternoons/evenings

Willing to commit to the program for at least 2 semesters