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Our Mission
Our mission is to solve the most important and fundamental challenges in AI and Robotics to enable future generations of intelligent machines that will help us all live better lives.
Bring robots to life for the public across Boston!
Are you a people person with a passion for tech, science, or psychology? Join the External Engagement team at the Robotics and AI Institute and help make robotics more accessible and exciting for the public this summer! We’re looking for an enthusiastic team manager to join us in running hands-on, interactive robot demos in Cambridge.
What you will do
- Manage a team of 3-5 support staff who will have the following responsibilities:
- Set up and run public robot demos (up to 2 per day) at the Cambridgeside Galleria pop-up
- Greet and guide guests through the experience
- Teach visitors about the robots and help them participate in our research surveys
- Follow a research protocol (don’t worry, we’ll train you!)
- Work closely with a supportive team, including research leads and event staff
- Participate in the listed activities above as a member of the team
- Coordinate day-to-day logistics of popups with other managers
- Coordinate last-minute changes to daily plans such as:
- Scheduling around unexpected team absences
- Updating guest experience based on potential equipment malfunction
- Be point-person for questions and on-site logistics for all relevant popups
- Provide feedback to other managers on the implementation of experimental protocol to those designing the experiment
- Keep the staff, equipment, guests, and setup safe and sound
What we are looking for
- A friendly, reliable, and professional attitude — you’ll be the face of the Institute!
- Comfort working with the public in a fast-paced, sometimes unpredictable environment
- Great attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to memorize key talking points and demo steps
- Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs unassisted
- Available to work 3-4 days per week including weekend times (schedule provided 2+ weeks in advance), with up to 40 hours/week between 9am and 8pm
- Able to pass a CORI background check and work in the U.S. without employer sponsorshi
Compensation & Perks
$35/hour
$20/day meal stipend on days you're out in the field (working 5+ hours, not at HQ)
Valuable hands-on experience in public engagement, research, and robotics
Be part of a mission to inspire the next generation about the future of AI and robotics!
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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