Event and Guest Relations Intern

Event and Guest Relations Intern

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Posting Details

Position Information

• Posting Number: 20234895V
• Position Title: Event and Guest Relations Intern
• Posting Type: Student
• Hours/week: 4-10
• Eligibility: Work Study ONLY
• Semester: 2023-2024 Academic Year
• Location: Garey Hall
• Number of positions: 8
• Department: 323-Career Services
• Contact Name: Laura Walker
• Contact Phone/Extension: 97191

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary: Work study students in the University Career Center will have the opportunity to develop their interpersonal and professional development skills while contributing to the UCC’s mission. Interns will gain valuable experience as they assist with the coordination and execution of UCC events and have direct exposure to employers recruiting at Villanova. Events may be in person or virtual.

Responsibilities

• Assist in event management of any kind including, but not limited to:
• Set up event according to Career Center guidelines (this may involve picking materials up from Career Center and helping guests set up in room technology)
• Greet employers, presenters, guests of the UCC
• Check-in employer and student attendees
• Occasional introduction of employers/guests at the start of the event
• Collect the contact details of the presenters and deliver back to the Career Center
• Remain for the duration of the event to troubleshoot and facilitate Q&A (as needed)
• Clean up after the event (this may involve returning materials to the Career Center and helping dispose of leftover catering)
• Schedule time to meet with Career Center office staff prior to an event to discuss details

Requirements

• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Flexibility and the ability to troubleshoot
• This position requires a commitment to work evenings with occasional afternoon hours as needed

Additional Information

Physical Demands Summary: This job requires lifting or carrying general equipment or supplies (up to 25 pounds) to and from events.

Wage Rate: $10.00/hour

Closing Date

Open Until Filled: Yes

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently a registered Villanova student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you eligible for work study?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I don't know
• * What is your availability? (days and times)

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you ever worked on campus before? If “Y”, what department and semester/year?

  (Open Ended Question)

Optional Applicant Documents:

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae