EventPlanningStudentAssistant(StudentWage)Summer2026

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: * Enthusiasm for event planning and helping students. * Commitment to the mission of Student Affairs Event Management and the Event Staff team. * Excellent customer service skills and professional work habits * Ability to communicate and partner with a diverse group of stakeholders * Ability to work independently and take initiative * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Dependable and responsible * Organized and able to multi-task * Ability to act as a team member Please include a resume with your application. Questions about the position may be directed to [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]). MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Current UVA student Experience: None Licensure: None _The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about_[ __UVA’s commi