Administrative Assistant II

Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is seeking an Administrative Assistant II for the Sandbox Innovation Program. This role reports directly to the Executive Director, supporting daily operations and working closely with a diverse group including students and faculty. It demands strong organizational skills and a positive customer service attitude.

The position requires a minimum of a High School diploma and three years of relevant experience, with a preference for candidates holding a bachelor's degree and those with MIT experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of secretarial, office, or related experience.
• Reflect the spirit of a dynamic and entrepreneurial team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an operational hub supporting daily operations of the MIT Sandbox Innovation Program.
• Work closely with students, staff, and faculty.

Skills

Attention to detail

Positive customer service attitude

Ability to proactively manage projects and time

Highly organized

Ability to prioritize competing demands

Effective communication with a range of constituents

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II, MIT Sandbox Innovation Program will report directly to the Executive Director and will work closely with students, staff, and faculty to serve as an operational hub that supports the daily operations of the program.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma and a minimum of three years of secretarial, office, or related experience.
• Attention to detail.
• Positive customer service attitude.
• Ability to proactively manage projects and time.
• Highly organized.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and communicate effectively with a range of constituents and stakeholders such as students and experienced volunteer mentors.
• Reflect the spirit of this growing program and love being a part of a dynamic and entrepreneurial team.

Preferred Qualifications

• MIT experience.
• Bachelor's degree.

This role is a one-year term, renewable on mutual agreement and continuity of funding.

Posting Date: 6/1/2026