Experiential Events Manager

Socket.dev; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern University in Boston, MA is seeking an Events Manager to plan, organize, and manage the full slate of events for the experiential education division. You will coordinate 50+ events annually ranging from virtual employer sessions to large in-person career fairs and town halls, handling planning, vendor relations, and on-site execution.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years' experience in event planning, with strong communication skills, proficiency in Zoom/Microsoft

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in event planning, coordination, or hospitality.
• Experience in higher education, career services, or corporate relations preferred.
• Strong time management and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage logistics for 50+ events per year across multiple audiences.
• Produce and support virtual events, including slides and AV.
• Lead day-of on-site management for large events and town halls.
• Manage invitations, registration, RSVP tracking, and inquiries.
• Track budgets, conduct post-event reviews, and recommend process improvements.

Skills

Time management

Multitasking

Communication

Collaboration

Vendor management

Virtual event platforms

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Google Slides

MS Office

Job description

Northeastern University in Boston, MA is seeking an Events Manager to plan, organize, and manage the full slate of events for the experiential education division. You will coordinate 50+ events annually ranging from virtual employer sessions to large in-person career fairs and town halls, handling planning, vendor relations, and on-site execution.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years' experience in event planning, with strong communication skills, proficiency in Zoom/Microsoft