Student Employment

Interested in being part of the exciting work that takes place at Sears think[box]? Consider applying to become a student technician! 

Our student technician team is composed of motivated students from all disciplines at Case Western Reserve University and the Cleveland Institute of Art. With no prior technical or work experience necessary, our student technicians represent a range of skill levels and expertise.

As a member of the think[box] team, you’ll be expected to demonstrate a strong customer service orientation including friendliness, patience, and strong communication skills as you support our efforts involving fabrication or prototyping. You can read the student technician job description to see if becoming a student technician is of interest to you.

In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Important Dates

Considering applying to work at Sears think[box]? Be aware of these key dates in our application cycle: 

• November – Application opens
• January – Information Sessions (all sessions will take place in the Presentation Area on Floor 2 at think[box]):
  • Friday, January 17, from 1 - 2 PM
  • Saturday, January 18, from 5 - 6 PM
  • Wednesday, January 22, from 6 - 7 PM
  • Friday, January 24, from 1 - 2 PM
  • Saturday, January 25, from 1 - 2 PM
• January 27 – Application closes at 9:00 a.m. 
• February 2 - February 28 – Interviews
• March 12 – Employment offers extended
• August – Mandatory technician training before the semester begins

Frequently Asked Questions