Student Jobs and Internships

The ARC provides academic support to all students enrolled at Brightpoint Community College. The ARC’s primary goal is to create an open atmosphere of learning for all students. We assist students in numerous academic disciplines through a variety of tutoring techniques by addressing student’s individual needs. We are hiring for 2 positions.

Peer Tutor

The ARC Peer Tutor will support student learning by providing free tutoring services to Brightpoint Community College students. Peer Tutors assist with subject-area knowledge and serve as a model student, demonstrating techniques, attitudes, and philosophies of successful learners. Pay is $12.77 per hour. Open to both work-study and non-work study students.

Front Desk Assistant

The ARC Front Desk Assistant will perform receptionist duties and work closely with Tutoring Center Staff to provide an inviting environment to those who enter the ARC and Virtual ARC. Pay is $12.77 per hour. Open to all students eligible for federal work-study.

Professional Tutor

The professional tutors will work on the Chester and/or the Midlothian campuses to assist student tutors and students in a wide variety of subjects. Professional tutors will work one-on-one with students or in a small group setting. Professional tutors will act as a resource for student tutors and work with staff to develop training materials, and online resources related both to subject matter and tutoring practices. The pay for this position is $18 per hour. We encourage you to check our employment opportunities regularly for future openings.

The Academic Support and Strategic Partnerships Division is seeking an assistant for its administrative offices. This position is only available for work-study students. 

Location: Chester Campus, Nicholas Student Center, Room N128

Hours: Students would work part-time, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Responsibilities:

• Make gift bags for student visits
• Organize and take inventory
• Greet guests as the enter the office
• Make copies
• Use excel to enter spreadsheet information
• Help out with other administrative tasks as they arise

Required skills: 

• Inventory management – Tracking supplies, restocking, and maintaining accurate count
• Attention to detail – Ensuring all items (like gift bags or spreadsheet entries) are accurate and complete
• Customer service – Creating a warm, welcoming environment to greet guests
• Verbal communication – Greeting and assisting visitors confidently and professionally
• Team collaboration – Working with others in the office to keep things running smoothly
• Office equipment use – Operating printers, copiers, and other standard devices
• Basic computer literacy – Navigating documents, forms, and digital communication tools

To apply, reach out to Heather Taylor by email or phone at 804-706-5163.

The Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Division is seeking two work-study students: one for the Chester Campus and one for the Midlothian Campus.

The successful candidate will perform office support tasks, such as:

• Filing
• Making copies
• Bulk scanning
• Data entry
• Shredding
• Running errands
• Assisting with any office-related duties as assigned

Required skills:

• Typing
• Data entry
• Strong computer skills with an emphasis on the various Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and Microsoft Office 365 apps, such as: SWAY and/or Power Pages
• Strong communication
• The ability to be skillfully detail-oriented

To apply, submit your resume to Ms. Stacey Lyon.

Show your Brightpoint pride as a Student Ambassador, giving tours to prospective students and helping out with recruiting events. Read the full responsibilities and apply. Pay is $12.77 per hour. 

The Business, Engineering and Technology Division is seeking a Lab Assistant for the Chester Campus.

Chester Campus Trades Lab Assistant

The successful candidate should possess the skills to perform the following tasks:

• Set up and prepare lab spaces for daily instruction, including tools, machines, and materials.
• Maintain lab equipment by inspecting, cleaning, and performing minor repairs as needed.
• Monitor student safety and ensure compliance with all safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Assist students with hands-on exercises and help demonstrate basic techniques under instructor supervision.
• Maintain accurate inventory of tools, materials, and supplies; order and restock as necessary.
• Assist faculty with preparing lab exercises, tests, and demonstrations.
• Clean and organize the lab to maintain a safe and orderly work environment.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to the supervisor promptly.
• Support instructors with administrative tasks as needed, including recordkeeping and data entry.

To apply, submit resume to the division office.

The Business, Engineering, and Technology Division is seeking two work-study students, one for the Chester Campus and one for the Midlothian Campus.

The successful candidate should possess the skills to perform office support tasks, such as:

• Front desk and customer service
  • Answer phones and take messages.
  • Greet students, faculty, and visitors.
  • Respond to general questions and direct people to the appropriate offices.
• Clerical support
  • Make photocopies, scan, and file documents.
  • Sort and distribute mail.
  • Enter data into spreadsheets or databases.
• Office and program support
  • Assist with event setup and logistics.
  • Help create posters, flyers, or social media posts.
  • Maintain bulletin boards and information racks.
• Inventory and supply management
  • Organize and restock office supplies.
  • Check equipment and report repair needs.
• Project assistance
  • Help with special projects as assigned.
  • Conduct simple research under supervisor guidance.
• Professional conduct
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Follow all campus policies and safety guidelines.
  • Arrive on time and communicate scheduling conflicts in advance.

To apply, submit your resume to the division office.

Career Services Student Ambassadors work at the Chester and/or Midlothian campuses.

These Ambassadors will:

• Set up for career fairs; greet and register job seekers.
• Update the job boards in academic buildings/post new fliers.
• Organize the Career Clothing Closets and label new items.
• Help students access the online job board and schedule career advising appointments.
• Greet employers for tabling events.

Positions may be available for the 2026-2027 academic year on both campuses. Candidates may submit a resume and cover letter to Amy Shutts.

The CAPS program at Brightpoint is seeking two assistants to help the CAPS Coach with implementation of CAPS programming aimed at helping student parents on campus.

Students will be responsible for:

• Executing a child watch program during the parenting support group, Circle of Parents.
• Assisting the CAPS Coach with other projects and activities as needed.

Student Requirements:

• Students must be enrolled in the Early Childhood Development Certificate, Early Childhood CSC, or Early Childhood AAS degree.
• Students must be able to work with young children.
• Students must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Students must be available to work in the evening at least one day per week.

Additional Considerations:

• Previous experience working with children.
• Previous experience working in an office setting.
• Good organizational skills.

This position is based at the Chester Campus. Pay is $12.77/hour. Please submit your resume to Katrina Bailey.

The Dean of Students Office is seeking a dependable, organized, and community-minded student to serve as Food Pantry Assistants. This position supports the daily operations of the Brightpoint food pantry while helping create a welcoming environment for students experiencing food insecurity. The Food Pantry Assistants will assist with stocking shelves, organizing inventory, creating and updating pantry signage, maintaining a clean and organized pantry space, and helping students connect with resources available through the Dean of Students Office.  

Student Responsibilities:

• Stocking pantry shelves and food pantry inventory
• Receiving and organizing donations
• Monitoring inventory levels
• Helping maintain a clean and organized pantry
• Creating informational signage as well as organizational signage throughout the pantry
• Maintain resources within the pantry
• Share information and resources available through the Dean of Students office
• Assist with pantry outreach activities, including drives
• Provide a high level of customer service and maintain confidentiality when interacting with students

 Student Requirements:

• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with fellow students in a kind, welcoming, and non-judgmental manner
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. for restocking pantry shelves
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when working with sensitive student situations
• Ability to provide customer service to a diverse student population
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

One Food Pantry Assistant will be hired for the Chester Campus, and one Food Pantry Assistant will be hired for the Midlothian Campus. Pay is $12.77/hour. Please submit your resume to Rachel Clouse.

For the 2026-2027 academic year, the Great Expectations Program Assistant position has been filled, but we invite interested students to apply for 2027-2028.

Duties include:

• Setting up for events and workshops on and off campus.
• Storing, shredding, and managing files.
• Promoting the Great Expectations program by visiting high schools, attending outreach events, and distributing marketing materials (e.g., flyers, pamphlets, business cards).

Students must be a Great Expectations student in order to apply.

Requirements:

• Good communication and written skills
• Ability to be detail-oriented
• Reliable transportation

Hours may include day and evening shifts. Students will work primarily at the Midlothian Campus, but may also be needed at Chester.

If you are interested, please send a letter of interest and resume to Jeremiah Camp.

The Help Hub Support Representative is responsible for providing real-time tier-one support for the more than 9,000 students enrolled at Brightpoint.

Duties include: 

• Responding to requests for support, either in person on campus and/or online via Zoom, Google Voice text messaging, and Google Forms.
• Assist students with password resets, basic Canvas or LMS usage issues, support requests for using Microsoft Office 365, and general assistance with other student-facing technology such as SIS, Navigate, and the myBrightpoint portal.

Job requirements: 

• Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills
• Be comfortable working independently and in a remote environment
• Able to multitask, communicate effectively, and quickly ascertain a student's need and address it.
• Experience in customer service or a help desk setting is preferred.

Support Representatives will work a minimum of 10 hours a week. Pay is $12.77 per hour. Please submit a resume and cover letter to Bryce Thompson.

Hiring occurs throughout the year and is open to all students.

The Library seeks motivated, organized students for part-time work in the Library. The Library accepts applications year round, and often has multiple openings for the semester. The job pays $12.77/hour, and most students work between 5 and 15 hours. The maximum hours per week is 20 hours/week. To be eligible, you must be a current student at Brightpoint. Interested? 

Apply using our Library Student Worker online application.

The Department of Engineering seeks work-study students interested in serving as monitors overseeing the use of the MakerSpace laboratory on the Midlothian Campus. The MakerSpace contains a 3D printer, common hand and power tools, sensors, motors, and programmable microcontrollers (Arduino and VEX kits).

Pay is $12.77 per hour.

 Each MakerSpace Monitor will be responsible for: 

• Supporting students as they work in MakerSpace  
• Leading tutorials on how to use the equipment in the space safely 
• Maintaining safe use of the Makerspace by making sure that students are wearing any required protective equipment and following the safety rules for each piece of equipment
• Cleaning and low-level maintenance of machines, tools, and materials
• Supporting the MakerSpace Coordinators (Drs. Davis, Lundquist, and Renault) in developing a repository of tutorials and projects for beginners in the space 

Each MakerSpace Monitor must: 

• have a genuine excitement for and ability to work with students in an environment dedicated to making things. 
• be able to work at least 5 hours per week, Monday – Thursday between 11 am and 6 pm in blocks of at least 2 hours.  You will have the possibility to work up to 15 hours per week.
• qualify for federal work study.

Special notes: Students interested in the position should contact Dr. Frances Davis by emailing fdavis@brightpoint.edu. When responding, applicants should:

1. Use "Makerspace Monitor" in the subject line of the email.
2. Attach a copy of their schedule for the fall semester.
3. Write a paragraph (3-7 sentences) in the body of the email stating: (a) their major, (b) their planned graduation date, and (c) why they are interested in the position.
4. Candidates with experience using 3D printers, CAD software, hand or power tools, and/or Arduino kits should include an additional paragraph describing their experience. Note that experience is not required to apply; you can complete training in the Makerspace.

The ideal candidate should be a Music, AFA major.

The position is located at the Midlothian Campus and will involve work related to the Brightpoint Music Ensembles.

Responsibilities include:

• Filing, cataloging, and organizing items within the music ensemble’s libraries
• Distributing and/or collecting music for use in weekly rehearsals as well as music performances
• Assisting with setup, preparation, and clean-up before, during, and after various music events and performances.

The position would also require assistance with program preparation for various music events, including the creation and compilation of printed materials, such as concert programs, flyers, etc.

In addition, the candidate would also assist with various errands and needs related to the program, as qualified and determined by the program director.

Required skills:

• Strong computer skills (including typing, data entry, and knowledge of basic Microsoft Office applications).
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to follow directions and careful attention to detail.
• Availability to meet frequently with the program director.
• Availability to attend rehearsals and performances and assist with distribution and collection of sheet music as needed.
• Ability to handle responsibilities related to the position while balancing academic requirements and responsibilities.

To apply, submit a resume to the Professor David Guthrie and Ms. Stacey Lyon.

The Performing Arts Department is seeking work-study students for the Midlothian Campus.

The successful candidate(s) should be a Theatre, AFA or Technical Theatre Major, or have significant theatre experience.

The candidate will support the theatre space and events and classes in the theatre with tasks such as:

• Assisting in cleaning and maintaining shop spaces such as the scene shop, costume shop, properties storage, dressing rooms, green room and related areas.
• Assisting with events to include setting up specialized equipment for lighting and sound needs, running the lighting/sound boards for events, assisting groups in the management of their events, loading in scenic equipment, etc.
• Assisting with performing arts classes, including setting up the classroom space in advance of a class and returning it afterwards, setting up and/or running lights for a class, assisting with projection or related visual equipment, organizing showcase and small performance events, assisting students with finding props and costume pieces for performance activities, etc.
• Assisting with performances, including running lights/sound/mics/wardrobe/backstage crew/box office, etc.
• Assisting with load in for mainstage shows to include set build/paint/construction, wardrobe and dressing rooms set up, backstage areas set up, costume construction, makeup assistance, etc.
• Assisting with other departmental tasks as determined by the department chair.

Required skills:

• Basic to intermediate knowledge of one or more technical areas of theatre, such as scenic, props, costume/makeup, lighting, sound, properties, stage management, etc.
• Previous work as a theatre technician in one or more areas of technical theatre.
• Ability to be skillfully detail-oriented.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at once while balancing classes and other responsibilities.
• Ability to follow directions and ask questions.
• Strong communication skills.

To apply, submit your resume to Professor Kerrigan Sullivan and Ms. Stacey Lyon.

Job Description 

Are you always scrolling through social media? Do you have an eye for design, a knack for storytelling, and a passion for campus life? Creative Services is seeking 1-2 creative, energetic and reliable student interns to join our team. 

In this role, you will help shape the digital voice of Brightpoint, highlighting student experiences, campus events, academics and daily life on Brightpoint's official Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and YouTube social media channels. 

Responsibilities 

• Content Creation: Brainstorm, film, and edit engaging short-form video content and photo assets that resonate with current and prospective students.
• Campus Coverage: Attend major campus events, student life activities and academic showcases to capture live, real-time social media content.
• Trend Monitoring: Stay up-to-date with emerging social media trends, sounds and platform features, adapting them creatively to fit our college brand.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Creative Services and Public Relations team to align content with upcoming college deadlines, campaigns and announcements.

Qualifications and Skills 

• Deep familiarity with social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn
• Knowledge of the type of content that drives engagement
• Experience using smartphone video and photo tools and editing platforms
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Understanding of or willingness to learn about digital accessibility standards
• Outgoing/enthusiastic about engaging with students, employees, and others
• Ability to work independently or as a part of a team
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule and adjust priorities as needed
• Access to transportation to and from both campuses

Additional Information

Salary: $12.77/hr

Length of Internship: One semester, with the possibility of an extension for successful candidates.

Schedule: No more than 20 hours per week. May be required to work some evenings and early mornings, such as when covering events.  

Location: The internship will be based at our Midlothian Campus, with some responsibilities requiring travel to our Chester Campus, such as for event coverage or meetings with other students.

How to Apply: 
Email Heather Busch with your resume, cover letter, and at least three writing/video/photography samples to demonstrate relevant professional social media skills (personal or club accounts are fine). Professional recommendation letters are also welcome. 

Are you friendly and able to provide great customer service? Do you enjoy interacting with people at events and activities? If so, the Office of Student Activities may be a great place for you to work. Pay is $12.77 per hour. If you’re interested, please email us your resume, availability, and preferred campus to work from.

The Visual Arts Department is seeking work-study students for the Midlothian Campus.

The successful candidate(s) should be a Visual Arts AAA or Web Design AAS (including specializations) major.

The candidate will support the visual arts space with tasks such as:

• Supervise the use of the room and equipment during open lab hours.
• Communicate classroom rules as they are posted. Report any violations of conduct to the department.
• Help students with technical questions and issues associated with the software and equipment.
• Maintain general cleanliness of the space, including but not limited erasing the white boards, ensuring that all work stations are tidy, sweeping and mopping the floors.
• Ensure lab and equipment are secured when leaving the room.
• Notify department of any technical or equipment issues in the space.
• Assisting with other departmental tasks as determined by the Department Chair and/or Arts Assistant.
• Preference will be given to individuals that can work entire shifts, including 11am-4pm in the gallery, 10:30am-4:30pm in the open lab, or specific three-hour windows in various classrooms determined by schedule.

Required skills:

• Basic to intermediate knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, various artistic media, and related tools/equipment.
• Ability to follow directions and ask questions.
• Strong communication skills.
• Students assigned to the studio (E215) should be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

To apply, submit your resume to Dr. Paula Winn.