LEAP-Student Assistant

Job Title
LEAP-Student Assistant

Requisition Number
DU14405

Department Name
8N000:College of Design

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
$12.00-$15.00 per hour

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Required Education

Must be currently enrolled with the College of Design or the Department of Landscape Architecture.

Required Related Experience

Must be experienced with Adobe Suite and InDesign. Must have good skills in physical making.

Both a resume and a portfolio are required with this application.

Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs. Sitting or standing for long periods of time.

Shift

10 to 20 hours per week, shifts vary based on supervisor needs.

Job Summary

Working directly with members of the LEAP Committee to print, plot, curate, build and
install work for an exhibition opening at the Gray Design Building on May 7, 2026.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Must be experienced with Adobe Suite and InDesign. Must have good skills in physical making.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Must be currently enrolled with the College of Design or the Department of Landscape Architecture.

Deadline to Apply
03/13/2026

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