Job Summary

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) seeks three temporary Pre-College Program Assistants to support Continuing Education's Pre-College program. The Pre-College program offers rising high school juniors and seniors the chance to experience life as a RISD undergrad, while following college-level curriculum with day-long studio classes, critiques and projects. The Pre-College Summer Office will house Program Assistants alongside Graduate Student Engagement Specialists to support the daily operations and support of the student experience outside the classroom.

The Pre-College Program Assistants will understand and address the needs of the Pre-College community and assist with the daily operation and procedures of the Summer Office. It is critical that the persons in this role function with the understanding that attendees are minors; which often requires interactions with parents, campus partners and instructors.

The successful candidate will thrive in a campus environment that is committed to advancing the principles of social equity and inclusion, environmental and climate justice, and equal access to resources and opportunities. 

Term: June 15, 2026 - August 7, 2026 

Essential Functions:

• Assist with the operational support of pre-college, including classroom & office set-up and check-in/orientation weekend.

• Escort students to Health Services, Counseling Center, conduct meetings, or any other location on campus

• Chaperone students to the hospital or to urgent care when needed

• Help to track attendance and academic warnings

• Provide student support in various forms via email and  individual and group meetings

• Serve as backup to the overnight and weekend on-call rotation, as needed

• Answer phone calls and questions related to the program

• Assist with student events such as daily pop-ups, evening activities, weekend trips, Artist Ball and final exhibitions.

• Additional tasks as assigned by the Student Engagement Specialists and Associate Director, Student & Operational Success (CYP). 

Required Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• A proven ability to interact with members of the community representing diverse ages, backgrounds, and interests

• Prior experience working with high school-aged students in a classroom, recreational or summer camp setting  

• Strong interpersonal, research, and verbal communication skills.

• Creativity, flexibility, broad cultural experiences, and personal warmth are essential. 

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of art/design experience in an educational setting.

• Please note that this role may include physically moving items from one building to another and/or frequently walking around campus based on daily needs and program requests. 

Union:

No

Work Schedule:

June 15, 2026 - August 7, 2026 

35 hours/week; Monday - Friday, some nights and weekends

Employment Status:

Full-time; Non-exempt; Temporary

Grade

N/A

Work Modality

On-campus

Documents Needed to Apply:

Resume (Required)

Salary Grade Structure

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please upload all required documents.

The successful candidate will be required to meet our pre-employment background screening requirements.

RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

For internal use only - Job Family:

Temporary