Blank School Event Assistant

Babson College; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Babson College is seeking a Blank School Event Assistant to support various Blank School events. The role offers flexible hours (2–20 hours per semester) and provides experience in hospitality, event management, and customer service.

The pay rate is $15/hour and the position is in-person at Babson College. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled students with strong interpersonal and communication skills, reliability, punctuality, and the ability to work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Professional, friendly, and welcoming demeanor.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Ability to stand and move for extended periods during events.
• Ability to follow instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Register Attendees: Assist with attendee check-in using digital or paper registration systems, verify guest information, and provide event materials as needed.
• Greet Attendees and VIP Guests: Welcome all guests warmly, ensuring VIPs receive special attention and are directed to appropriate areas or contacts.
• Crowd Control: Monitor event spaces for safety and security, maintain orderly flow of foot traffic, and assist in enforcing event policies.
• Directional Assistance: Guide guests to registration desks, seating areas, restrooms, and other event locations as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Friendly demeanor

Reliability

Punctuality

Stand for long hours

Teamwork

Education

Currently enrolled as a student

Job description

TITLE Blank School Event Assistant

DEPARTMENT Blank School

REPORTS TO Tanya Dupont, [e-mail]

PAY RATE $15/hour

The Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership is seeking outgoing and responsible student workers to support various Blank School events throughout the semester. This position offers flexible hours—ranging from 2 to 20 per semester—and provides valuable experience in hospitality, event management, and customer service.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Register Attendees: Assist with attendee check-in using digital or paper registration systems, verify guest information, and provide event materials as needed.
• Greet Attendees and VIP Guests: Welcome all guests warmly, ensuring VIPs receive special attention and are directed to appropriate areas or contacts.
• Crowd Control: Monitor event spaces for safety and security, maintain orderly flow of foot traffic, and assist in enforcing event policies.
• Directional Assistance: Guide guests to registration desks, seating areas, restrooms, and other event locations as needed.

YOUR TEAM WILL INCLUDE N/A

WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED

• Currently enrolled as a student
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Professional, friendly, and welcoming demeanor
• Reliability and punctuality
• Ability to stand and move for extended periods during events
• Ability to follow instructions and work both independently and as part of a team

HOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORK

In person. Flexible hours: 2–20 hours per semester, depending on event schedule and student availability. Most shifts will occur during evenings or weekends when events are held.

Compensation: $15/hour.

About Us

We’re all different. We’re all Babson. Babson College is a world-class business school, empowering entrepreneurial leaders to create great economic and social value - everywhere. Here you’ll find a collaborative, collegial team environment designed to include and motivate every individual. It’s a rewarding and invigorating workplace – an exciting launch pad for anyone who wants to make a real impact in higher education. We provide everything you need to achieve your goals, including learning and development opportunities, outstanding benefits, rich rewards, wellness programs, and a genuine dedication to creating a diverse, multicultural and inclusive community.