Description:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Events Assistant to join our dynamic events team. The ideal candidate will support students in the planning, execution, and post-event evaluation of various on-campus events. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event management and contribute to creating memorable experiences for students on-campus.
This internship is part of the Spring 2025 Professional Internship Program. To be eligible for the program you must:
- Be enrolled as an SUU student during the course of the internship.
- Have and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Be willing to work 10 to 20 hours per week.
- Provide thoughtful responses in your application.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist/Mentor others in the planning and coordination of events from inception to completion.
- Help with venue selection, logistics, and vendor management.
- Maintain event timelines and checklists to ensure deadlines are met.
- Coordinate on-site logistics, including setup, execution, and breakdown of events.
- Assist with budgeting and tracking expenses related to events.
- Collect and analyze feedback post-event to improve future planning.
- Provide general administrative support to the events team as needed.
If you are enthusiastic about event planning and ready to contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply!
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in event planning or related fields.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed for events.
Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Creative mindset with a passion for events and hospitality.
- Student-focused with a professional demeanor.
- Ability to handle stressful situations and adapt to changing priorities.
- Comfortable leading and working with peers and professionals alike.