BFA IDP Student Assistant

The New School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Part time

Job summary

The New School's Integrated Design Program (IDP) seeks a Student Assistant to provide operational and leadership support for events, from setup to breakdown. You will prepare spaces, welcome guests, assist presenters, handle logistics during workshops, showcases, and community gatherings, and support some audiovisual and photo editing tasks to ensure engaging experiences for all attendees.

On-campus position with flexible hours and an hourly rate of $18 per hour.

Qualifications

• 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).
• Familiarity with design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.) preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up and breaking down event spaces, including furniture, signage, equipment, and materials.
• Provide basic audiovisual support, light IT support, photo editing, and printing.
• Greet and direct attendees, providing information and support as needed.
• Support facilitators, presenters, and performers with logistical and technical needs.
• Manage event materials such as name tags, programs, or handouts.
• Help monitor and maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the event.
• Document events through photos or notes for later use in communications or reports.
• Coordinate with staff to troubleshoot issues quickly and effectively.
• Assist with post-event tasks such as organizing supplies, debriefing, and evaluating outcomes.
• Ensure events are welcoming, inclusive, and reflective of the IDP mission.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of successful event execution.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Effective communication

Strategic thinking

Independent and collaborative work

Attention to detail

Tools

Google Workspace

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Job description

The IDP Student Assistant provides essential operational and leadership support for events hosted by the Integrated Design Program (IDP), helping ensure smooth execution from setup to breakdown. This role involves preparing event spaces, welcoming guests, assisting presenters and participants, and handling logistics during workshops, showcases, community gatherings, and some audiovisual and photo editing. The student helps create a positive, organized, and engaging environment for all attendees.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with setting up and breaking down event spaces, including furniture, signage, equipment, and materials.
• Provide basic audiovisual support, light IT support, photo editing, and printing.
• Greet and direct attendees, providing information and support as needed.
• Support facilitators, presenters, and performers with logistical and technical needs.
• Manage event materials such as name tags, programs, or handouts.
• Help monitor and maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the event.
• Document events through photos or notes for later use in communications or reports.
• Coordinate with staff to troubleshoot issues quickly and effectively.
• Assist with post-event tasks such as organizing supplies, debriefing, and evaluating outcomes.
• Ensure events are welcoming, inclusive, and reflective of the IDP mission.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of successful event execution.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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).
• Familiarity with design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.) preferred.
• 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.

WORK MODE

On-Campus Position - Employees in this position are expected to work on campus during regularly scheduled work hours because the work cannot be performed remotely without being infeasible or not in the best interest of the organization.

Work hours are not fixed and may vary from week to week based on program needs. Student Assistants will support events taking place throughout the semester and should have some flexibility in their availability to accommodate scheduled program events.

Hourly Rate: $18 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

Since our founding in 1919, The New School has redrawn and redefined the boundaries of intellectual and creative thought as a preeminent academic center. At our university, students have the academic freedom to shape their unique, individual paths for a complex and rapidly changing world.

As a New School employee, you will be a part of the university’s mission to prepare and inspire students to bring about positive change in the world.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.