UE Events & Operations Student Assistant College of Natural Sciences

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Natural Sciences at the University of Texas at Austin strives to foster a work environment that enables all employees to contribute at the highest possible level to support the mission of the University. We are committed to being a community that celebrates the dignity of every individual, honors differences, and lets each person know that they belong. What starts here really does change the world. For more information about the College of Natural Sciences, please visit https://cns.utexas.edu. Must be eligible to work in the US on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. The purpose of this role is to support project management and operations for the College of Natural Sciences events team.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled as a student at the University with 12 hours of coursework and in good academic standing.
Must be based in Austin, TX, and able to work in person on campus.
Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated with the ability to follow detailed instructions, manage multiple competing tasks, and work independently on strict deadlines
Working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, and Canva
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to take initiative, communicate progress, and seek guidance when needed.
Ability to lift and transport event materials (>10lbs) and provide on-site event support.
Ability to work early mornings, late evenings, and weekends as required by event schedules

Nice To Haves

Interest in project management, event operations, marketing, or communications.
Experience managing multiple projects or balancing competing priorities
Experience with project management software (Asana, Trello, Smartsheet, ect.)
Experience planning events, leading student organizations, or coordinating outreach efforts.
Demonstrates ability to identify problems, propose solutions, and work proactively with minimal supervision.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment and contributes positively to a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

Maintaining project timelines in Smartsheet, coordinating inventory and supplies, supporting the Event Loaner Program, and assisting with operational workflows.
Create event collateral in Canva, maintain digital records and databases, and support office communications.
Assist with event logistics, preparation, setup, and teardown, and provide on-site support for the event coordinator and team.