Entry-Level Project Manager

Syracuse Events Org; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Mentorship

Professional development

Career growth

Team environment

Job summary

Syracuse Events is seeking an motivated Entry-Level Project Manager to support planning and execution of marketing campaigns and events. Training and mentorship are provided to develop project management, communication, and leadership skills.

You will coordinate activities, collaborate with the team, and help ensure campaigns meet goals while gaining hands-on experience in event marketing and campaign coordination.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
• Positive attitude, initiative, and willingness to learn.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Interest in project management, event coordination, marketing, or business operations.
• Previous experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and executing marketing campaigns and promotional events.
• Coordinate project timelines, daily activities, and team assignments.
• Communicate with team members and management to ensure projects stay on track.
• Help monitor project progress, performance, and campaign goals.
• Support event logistics, promotional activities, and customer engagement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, organization, and team efficiency.
• Prepare project updates and communicate progress to management.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and leadership development activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Job description

Full-Time | Entry-Level | Training Provided

About the Role

Syracuse Events is looking for a motivated and organized Entry-Level Project Manager to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who want to develop their project management, communication, leadership, and organizational skills while gaining hands‑on experience in event marketing and campaign coordination.

In this role, you will support the planning and execution of marketing campaigns, coordinate project activities, collaborate with team members, and help ensure projects meet their goals. No previous project management experience is required — we provide training and mentorship to help you succeed.

If you're proactive, enjoy working with people, and are ready to take on new challenges, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and executing marketing campaigns and promotional events.
• Coordinate project timelines, daily activities, and team assignments.
• Communicate with team members and management to ensure projects stay on track.
• Help monitor project progress, performance, and campaign goals.
• Support event logistics, promotional activities, and customer engagement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, organization, and team efficiency.
• Prepare project updates and communicate progress to management.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and leadership development activities.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
• Positive attitude, initiative, and willingness to learn.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Interest in project management, event coordination, marketing, or business operations.
• Previous experience is a plus but not required.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive training and hands‑on learning opportunities.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced team members.
• Professional development and leadership training.
• Opportunities for career advancement based on performance.
• A collaborative, energetic, and team‑oriented environment.
• The opportunity to develop transferable project management and business skills.
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Experience Level: Entry-Level
• Training: Provided