Graduate Events & Community Coordinator

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Michigan is seeking a Temporary Program Assistant - MSI Connect Student Coordinator to support the Rackham PACE team in coordinating programs and events for graduate students. The role involves planning, budgeting, and communications to foster a welcoming campus community.

The incumbent will work closely with MSI Connect ambassadors, handle logistics, outreach, and documentation, and may require occasional after-hours support for events and programming.

Qualifications

• Graduate student enrolled in a Rackham Graduate School degree program.
• Strong interest in student engagement, event planning and community building.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in student organizations or event coordination is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute professional development, networking and community-building events.
• Coordinate event logistics including reservations, catering, and room setup.
• Assist with communications, promotional materials and outreach.
• Support ambassador onboarding, meetings and engagement.
• Manage program budgets, track expenses and compensation.
• Maintain records, attendance and event documentation.
• Build relationships with campus partners and student organizations.
• Attend weekly team meetings and MSI Connect events.
• Assist with recruitment and welcome activities for new participants.
• Complete additional administrative and programmatic projects as assigned.

Skills

Graduate student

Event planning

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education

Current Rackham Graduate student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

University of Michigan is seeking a Temporary Program Assistant - MSI Connect Student Coordinator to support the Rackham PACE team in coordinating programs and events for graduate students. The role involves planning, budgeting, and communications to foster a welcoming campus community.

The incumbent will work closely with MSI Connect ambassadors, handle logistics, outreach, and documentation, and may require occasional after-hours support for events and programming.