MS EPSM Student Assistant

The New School

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The EPSM program seeks a Student Assistant to provide research and programmatic support that advances the program’s curriculum, mission, and public engagement initiatives. Working closely with the EPSM Program Director and Program Administrator, the Student Assistant will support public-facing events, including webinars, workshops, and panels. In partnership with the Program Administrator, the Student Assistant will support the program's daily operations, including communications, event coordination, and data collection. This role is best suited for graduate students with prior EPSM experience and research expertise in areas such as environmental justice, climate justice, Indigenous ecologies, gender and ecology, and environmental policy.

Requirements

Currently enrolled as a student at The New School
Strong organizational and time-management skills and the capacity to think strategically and to effectively move ideas forward into implementation
Ability to communicate effectively on multiple levels across the organization
Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Interest in urbanism, design justice, community-based work, or sustainability
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.) preferred

Responsibilities

Support the planning and execution of EPSM events (workshops, panels, webinars, etc.).
Provide general program support as needed in partnership with the Program Administrator.
Collect and organize data to inform program initiatives and reporting.
Attend meetings with the Program Director and Program Administrator.