Event Planning Student Assistant (Student Wage) Summer 2026

Job description

The Event Planning Student Assistant will support the general operations of the Student Affairs Event Management unit by providing front-line customer service and reception for students, faculty, and staff. The Assistants will complete specific projects and duties for the professional Event Management staff in support of the day-to-day operations of the office. - Provide administrative support by answering phones, replying to emails, greeting visitors, answering routine questions to determine needed resources, make referrals, and provide information on events, policies, systems, and office services. - Process event reservations in 25Live usage of academic and Student Affairs event spaces. - Learn how to use all necessary Event Management software. - Participate and contribute in Event Management staff meetings. - Assist in the development and implementation of Event Management policies. - Assist in communication with Contracted Independent Organizations (CIOs). - Other duties as assigned. Hourly Rate: $13/hour: Assignment Dates: May 10-August 23 , 2026 Qualifications: Please include a resume with your application. Questions about the position may be directed to Eventmgmt@virginia.e...