Urban Programs Student Assistant

The New School

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Design and Urban Ecologies Student Assistant supports the daily operations, communications, and academic programming of the MS Design and Urban Ecologies program. This role is ideal for a current Parsons or New School student with strong organizational, communication, and design skills, and an interest in urban studies, community engagement, and social and environmental justice.

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

• Provide general administrative support to the Program Director and Program Administrator
• Assist with event planning and coordination (e.g., guest lectures, workshops, symposiums)
• Support communication efforts including email correspondence, listserv updates, and social media content
• Help maintain program archives, including documentation of student projects and faculty research
• Update and maintain program websites, online platforms (Canvas, Google Drive), and digital directories
• Assist with outreach and engagement with external partners and community organizations
• Support special projects related to curriculum, exhibitions, and publications as needed
• Attend and take notes at key program meetings and events when requested

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed