Event & Program Support Assistant

Event & Program Support Assistant

The University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business Executive MBA program is seeking a part-time Event & Program Support Assistant to assist with various program-related tasks. This role offers students a valuable opportunity to gain professional experience in a dynamic, customer-oriented environment while supporting administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, preparing, and executing numerous events throughout the year for prospective students, current students, and alumni. Responsibilities include event planning, preparing materials, coordinating activities, assisting with event operations, event takedown, and post-event debriefing to improve future events. Availability to work Fridays and Saturdays (every other week) to support Executive MBA class days. Shifts generally range from 6:30 am – 2:30 pm or 9:00 am – 5:00 pm on class days. These are two-day events that occur year-round. Perform general office duties, including front desk coverage, answering and screening incoming calls, maintaining and ordering office supplies, and sorting and distributing mail. Communicate with prospective students via phone, in-person interactions, and email.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a current University of Utah student. High school diploma or equivalent required. A passion for hospitality and events, with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service to students, faculty, and staff. Detail-oriented, efficient, self-reliant, and a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work effectively under pressure and independently with minimal supervision. Proven ability to work well in a team setting and communicate effectively. Professional phone etiquette and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Professional attire is required. Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 20 lbs. and stand for extended periods in preparation for Executive MBA events.

Preferences

The ideal candidate is outgoing, with previous experience in event assistance, event coordination, or working in a hospitality setting.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status.