Student Employee-Engineering Technology-AR Station Research Assistant

Nature & Purpose of Position This position supports the USDA-funded project “AR Station” We are seeking motivated undergraduate student to assist in developing, deploying, and maintaining Augmented Reality (AR) education stations at visitor centers in Texas and adjacent states.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and setup of AR stations (hardware and software).
• Support installation at visitor centers (coordinate space, electrical, and Wi-Fi requirements).
• Test AR applications on Android tablets (Unity-based).
• Develop and distribute supplemental educational materials (flyers, brochures, posters).
• Document dimensions, station requirements, and user instructions.
• Support faculty and staff in preparing outreach kits and training visitor center staff.
• Maintain records of site visits, troubleshooting, and updates.

Other Requirements for the Position

• Interest in AR/VR, Unity, mobile app development, or interactive media.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable with light travel for installations (mileage reimbursed if applicable).

Learning Outcomes Students will gain practical experience in:

• Augmented Reality app deployment and testing.
• Digital content design for public education.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration between technology, agriculture, and outreach.
• Professional project management and reporting.

Student researchers will gain hands-on experience with AR development, digital fabrication, and outreach activities while contributing to a high-visibility federal project that connects technology, sustainability, and public education.