Events Assistant - Work Study
The University of Texas at AustinAbout the role
Job Posting Title:
Events Assistant - Work Study----
Hiring Department:
Department of Physics----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
10----
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt from FLSA----
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until May 18, 2027----
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS----
Job Details:
The Department of Physics plays a pivotal role in the advancing of knowledge, nurturing the next generation of physicists and making a lasting impact on the world of physics.
The College of Natural Sciences at UT 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. 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 a student attending The University of Texas at Austin and have a work study award for the 26/27 academic year.
Job Description Summary
Reports to the Physics Department Events Coordinator and will assist with the coordination, publicity, and execution of physics department events (meetings, seminars, luncheons, conferences, etc). Must be able to follow verbal directions and documented event plans to assist supervisor with executing events successfully. Some experience with social media content planning and graphic design programs such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite is preferred, as well as experience in writing to convey information and for publicizing events.
Preference also given to applicants that can have flexibility in weekly scheduled hours to assist with day and evening events. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Must be able to lift packages up to 20 lbs, set up tables/seating, and frequently traverse campus. Will be trained to use Smartsheets, Canvas, and Asana to assist in event planning.
The majority of work will be in-person, but occasional work-from-home opportunities are possible.
Career Competencies Gained:
Organize, prioritize, and delegate work
Demonstrate personal accountability, ability to learn from mistakes, and effective work habits, e.g., punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management
Summarize articles and write copy for publicizing events
Create graphics for such media as Instagram and fliers
Plan engaging social media content
Start date: 8/18/2026
End date: 5/12/2027
Expected pay: $17 USD per hour
School year: Sophomore, Junior, Senior
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a curr
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