Event Planning Student Assistant - Federal Work Study Position 2026-2027(Student Wage)
Salary$13/hr
LocationCharlottesville, VA
Work modeon-site
Typepart-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 7, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have10
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
Current UVA student
Eligibility1
Must be Federal Work-Study eligible
About the role
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.
Responsibilities
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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.
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Process event reservations in 25Live usage of academic and Student Affairs event spaces.
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Learn how to use all necessary Event Management software.
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Participate and contribute in Event Management staff meetings.
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Assist in the development and implementation of Event Management policies.
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Assist in communication with Contracted Independent Organizations (CIOs).
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Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications:
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Enthusiasm for event planning and helping students.
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Commitment to the mission of Student Affairs Event Management and the Event Staff team.
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Excellent customer service skills and professional work habits
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Ability to communicate and partner with a diverse group of stakeholders
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Ability to work independently and take initiative
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Excellent oral and written communication skills
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Dependable and responsible
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Organized and able to multi-task
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Ability to act as a team member
Hourly Rate: $13/hour
Assignment Dates: August 25, 2026 - May 7, 2027
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Current UVA student. Must be Federal Work-Study eligible.
Experience: None
Licensure: None
Legal
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