Roles and Requirements
Before you apply, please ensure you meet the following criteria (applicable to all roles):
❗ Available Tuesdays 7-9pm
for the duration of the quarter for our Weekly General Meeting.
❗ Able to uphold a minimum one quarter commitment. New members will have an introductory period of one quarter and be invited back should work quality standards
and expectations be met.
❗ Able to uphold a time commitment of 10 hours per week
(including all meetings and independent work).
Available General Member Roles
Product Manager
Responsibilities
- Lead the ideation, design, development, testing, and launch of an AggieWorks product
- Conduct market and user research to inform feature prioritization and define iterative product development strategies
- Manage the entire product roadmap, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure effective product development
Qualifications
- Passion for technology, software, and problem solving
- Exposure to one or more of the following: Software Development, Business, Design, or Marketing
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organization skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a leadership or project management role
Product Marketing Manager
Responsibilities
- Ideate and execute unique marketing campaigns to promote AggieWorks products
- Strategize compelling messaging and positioning to grow user base and increase reach of products
- Oversee go-to-market strategy to drive the success of AggieWorks product launches
Qualifications
- Exposure to one or more of the following: Marketing, Business, Design, or UX Research
- Excellent writing, organization, and storytelling skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with social media management
- Creative experience in marketing-adjacent roles (content creation, sales/customer facing roles, event planning, etc.)
Business Development
Responsibilities
- Drive initial user acquisition and adoption by owning the lead lifecycle (leads → prospects → customers)
- Seek and build relationships with potential users (students, businesses, community partners, etc.) of AggieWorks products on a regular basis
- Work with the Product Manager and Product Marketing Manager to build demand and consistent engagement for each product
Qualifications
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for technology and software made to benefit students
- Highly approachable, strong interpersonal skills, and a desire to meet new people
- Ability to communicate persuasively and convey complex ideas in an engaging and accessible manner
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in, or a clear understanding of, the sales process, from lead generation to closing deals
- Experience with CRM software
Graphic Designer
Responsibilities
- Design visually captivating graphics to market AggieWorks products to students
- Create compelling design assets that effectively convey product value based on branding guidelines
- Uphold the AggieWorks brand identity across various mediums including social media, websites, and marketing collateral
Qualifications
- Mastery of graphic design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.
- Demonstrated ability in crafting high-quality visual content tailored for specific audiences
- Strong understanding of branding, typography, color theory, and layout design
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in digital marketing or product design
- Experience in a diverse range of design mediums/skills (e.g. UI/UX, web design, motion graphics, print media, illustration, etc.)
Product Designer
(Note: Not currently recruiting - revisit in Spring 2024)
Responsibilities
- Explore and create innovative solutions to real problems in the UCD community
- Conduct user research and testing to inform ideation of product features
- Design intuitive interactions and develop wireframes to functioning prototypes
Qualifications
- Understanding of design fundamentals
- Proficiency in Figma
Software Engineer
(Note: Not currently recruiting - revisit in Spring 2024)
Responsibilities
- Bring products to life using modern technologies
- Develop, test, and maintain quality software
- Collaborate with designers and product managers and iterate based on feedback
Qualifications
- Understanding of programming fundamentals in any language
Preferred Qualifications
- Web or mobile development experience using modern frameworks (React, React Native)
- Familiarity with app development concepts including databases and REST APIs
Technical Product Manager
(Note: Not currently recruiting - revisit in Spring 2024)
Responsibilities
- Oversee the software development of web and mobile applications
- Write technical specifications for product features and carry out implementation with an engineering team
- Conduct QA testing to create a smooth user experience
Qualifications
- Web or mobile development experience using modern frameworks (React, React Native)
- Familiarity with app development concepts including databases and REST APIs
- Proficient with GitHub
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organization skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing complex technical projects end-to-end
- Passion for driving good design and business outcomes
Recruitment Timeline
Sun, Jan 7th
Applications Open
Learn more and submit your application by clicking the link above.
Wed, Jan 10th, 7-8:30pm • TLC 1010
Career Development Workshop & Mixer
Launch your professional career in tech or business by hearing from AggieWorks and EBSA alumni and leveling up your job recruiting skills!
Thurs, Jan 11th, 7:30-9pm • TLC 2215
Information Session
Come learn about AggieWorks and what to expect from joining. Gain application insights from our Board of Directors, featured members, and meet fellow applicants!
Wed, Jan 17th
Applications Close
Ensure you submit your application and all required materials by 11:59PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does AggieWorks operate?
Each member is placed in a cross-functional product team with product managers, designers, and engineers. Members attend weekly general meetings, bond through social events, and gain valuable technical and soft skills in their role.
What kinds of projects do members work on?
Members work on real products with real users. These include web and mobile apps catered to the needs of UC Davis students. Learn more about our existing products on our products page.
What is the time commitment like?
All members are expected to commit a minimum of 10 hours per week toward completion of their project and attendance of meetings/events. Being an AggieWorks members can be time consuming, so please be aware of your other time commitments before applying.
How can AggieWorks support me professionally?
We provide career resources and mentorship from experienced interns and alumni across product management, design, and engineering. Our members have gone on to work at companies including Apple, Meta, LinkedIn, Amazon, and Microsoft.
What is the duration of each position?
All new members are expected to commit a minimum of one quarter. New members will have an introductory period of one quarter and be invited back should work quality standards and expectations be met.
Does AggieWorks have membership dues?
Yes, members are required to pay a $15 due each quarter. Membership dues go toward hosting our products, funding org-wide socials, and marketing AggieWorks.