WORK STUDY - PHOTO LAB ASSISTANT

Role summary

WORK STUDY - PHOTO LAB ASSISTANT is a role at International Center of Photography in New York, New York, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-11. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.

Job title

WORK STUDY - PHOTO LAB ASSISTANT

Company

International Center of Photography

Location

New York, New York, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Category

Software Engineering

Experience level

0-2

Degree required

No

Date posted

2026-08-11

Job description

Description

Department: Photo Lab

Supervisor: Larson Harley, School Facilities & Photo Lab Manager

Duration: Academic Term

Availability: Weekday shifts between 9:00 AM-2:00 PM or 5:00 PM-10:00 PM. Weekend shifts available between 9:00 AM-6:00 PM.

Position Summary

The Photo Lab Assistant supports students, faculty, and staff using ICP's analog and digital lab facilities. Students will gain hands-on experience with photographic equipment, software, darkroom processes, and customer support.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Distribute and track lab equipment and supplies

Assist users with printers, scanners, software, and lab resources

Support darkroom and digital lab operations

Maintain equipment and workspaces

Provide customer service and troubleshooting support

Ideal Qualifications

Interest in photography and photographic processes

Strong customer service skills

Comfort learning technical equipment and software

Ability to work in a collaborative environment

Eligibility

Only currently enrolled One-Year Certificate (OYC) students are eligible to apply. All applicants will be reviewed by the OYC Program Coordinator to confirm enrollment and eligibility.

After submitting an application, students will be asked to rank their work-study preferences. This information will be used during the placement process.

The International Center of Photography is an Equal Opportunity Employer.