Event Assistant – Entry Level

Pioneer Executive; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pioneer Executive is hiring an Event Assistant in Boise, Idaho. This entry-level role offers training and a hands-on start in planning and executing events, alongside a supportive team.

You’ll gain practical experience by helping with setup, guest greeting, scheduling, and on-site coordination, while developing strong communication and organizational skills. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment, collaborate with staff and volunteers, and grow into more responsibilities as you learn the ropes

Qualifications

• No previous event experience required; entry-level opportunity.
• Friendly, reliable, organized and customer-service oriented.
• Willing to be trained and take on responsibilities as you grow.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event setup, preparation, and breakdown.
• Coordinate event materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Welcome and assist guests in a friendly, professional manner.
• Support event staff and coordinators during events.
• Keep event areas organized, clean, and presentable.
• Communicate with team members to keep events on schedule.
• Assist with basic administrative tasks and organization.
• Help solve small issues quickly and professionally as they arise.
• Represent Pioneer Executive with a positive, professional attitude.

Skills

People skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Reliability

Punctuality

Job description

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, dependable, and people-oriented Event Assistant to join our team! This is an entry-level opportunity, and no previous event experience is required. We’re willing to train the right person.

As an Event Assistant, you’ll help support the planning and execution of events, work with team members and guests, and make sure everything runs smoothly from setup to breakdown.

If you’re outgoing, organized, energetic, and enjoy working with people, this could be a great opportunity to gain valuable experience and grow with our team.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with event setup, preparation, and breakdown
• Help coordinate event materials, supplies, and equipment
• Welcome and assist guests in a friendly and professional manner
• Support event staff and coordinators throughout events
• Help keep event areas organized, clean, and presentable
• Communicate with team members to help events stay on schedule
• Assist with basic administrative and organizational tasks
• Help solve small issues quickly and professionally as they arise
• Represent our organization with a positive and professional attitude

What We’re Looking For

You do not need previous event experience to apply.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable interacting with people
• Reliable and punctual
• Organized and able to follow instructions
• A strong communicator
• Positive, energetic, and willing to learn
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional and customer-service oriented

Previous experience in events, hospitality, customer service, retail, sales, school organizations, volunteering, or similar environments is a plus—but not required.

Why Join Us?

• Entry-level — training provided
• Gain hands-on experience in events and operations
• Develop valuable communication and organizational skills
• Work in a fun, energetic, team-oriented environment
• Opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and grow
• Great opportunity for recent graduates, students, career changers, and candidates looking to get started in the event industry