Climatetech Community & Events Associate (Boston)

Greentown Labs; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary employee benefits package

Unlimited MBTA pass

Job summary

Greentown Labs in Somerville, MA is seeking a Community and Events Associate for a 6-month co-op to support entrepreneurs and startups advancing climatetech. You will help the Boston Community & Events and Operations teams, build relationships with founders, plan events, and manage logistics to ensure a welcoming member experience.

You’ll also create event graphics in Canva, coordinate supplies, handle front desk duties, and maintain Salesforce data.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in event/hospitality, environmental studies, or related field with strong academics.
• Experience in event planning, hospitality, or programming.
• Basic graphic design skills or Canva experience.
• Customer service or member support experience preferred.
• Proven initiative and leadership in academic, professional, or extracurricular settings.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail.
• Positive attitude, adaptability, and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable with digital tools such as Asana, Salesforce, and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Support event logistics before, during, and after events (setup, catering, signage, vendor coordination, post‑event follow-up).
• Assist in planning and executing smaller daytime and community events (tours, workshops, mixers, town halls, office hours).
• Create and update graphics, signage, flyers, and intranet content (Canva).
• Manage event supply inventory and ensure materials are ready for programs.
• Support member and visitor experience with front desk coverage and welcoming spaces.
• Track COIs, maintain Salesforce records, and run compliance reports.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Adaptability

Initiative

Customer focus

Education

Event/hospitality degree in progress or recently completed

Tools

Canva

Asana

Salesforce

Google Workspace

Job description

Greentown Labs in Somerville, MA is seeking a Community and Events Associate for a 6-month co-op to support entrepreneurs and startups advancing climatetech. You will help the Boston Community & Events and Operations teams, build relationships with founders, plan events, and manage logistics to ensure a welcoming member experience.

You’ll also create event graphics in Canva, coordinate supplies, handle front desk duties, and maintain Salesforce data.