About the role#
The Advanced Visualization Center (AVC) at the University of South Florida is hiring a Student Developer. This role is open to students, with a preference for sophomores or younger. You will work up to 20 hours per week with a flexible schedule to accommodate your classes. The position focuses on rapid prototyping to help faculty, students, and staff explore new technologies.
What you'll do#
- Develop prototypes to introduce new technologies to the university community.
- Research and test emerging technologies to determine if they meet user needs.
- Create a wide variety of applications, such as full stack websites, data visualizations, mobile apps, and Unity AR/VR projects.
- Perform general technical tasks, including setting up and managing multiple VR headsets.
- Work on projects involving AI model training, computer vision, and microcontrollers.
What you'll need#
- Basic programming knowledge and aptitude.
- Ability to work independently to research and learn new technologies.
- Ability to meet deadlines and produce working prototypes on short time-frames.
- Ability to organize and communicate development processes.
- Willingness to work collaboratively.
- Preferred skills include experience with Git, Adobe Suite, graphic design, 3D modeling, animation, or custom AI models.
Location & details#
- Location: AVC XR Lab (SCA 222), Tampa, Florida.
- Pay: $15.09 per hour.
- Work modality: On-site.
- This is a temporary student position. You must have current work authorization in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.
About University of South Florida
The University of South Florida is a public research institution founded in 1956. It operates campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee. The university serves approximately 50,000 students from nearly 150 countries. It maintains a large research program and holds membership in the Association of American Universities.
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